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A Maltese chocolatier just unveiled the world's longest chocolate sculpture—a stunning 52-meter train made from 3,000kg of Belgian chocolate. Even better, the record-breaking creation is helping raise funds for hospice care in Malta and Italy.
A Chinese woman with no formal art training spent three months turning 60 kilograms of chocolate into a stunning 7-meter recreation of one of China's most famous ancient paintings. Fan Sumu's sweet masterpiece features 816 tiny people, 176 houses, and details as small as 1cm windows.
Two Kerala brothers went from barely selling 20 kilograms of chocolate in 2021 to manufacturing seven tonnes monthly of premium single-origin chocolate. Their bean-to-bar brand Rakkaudella proves that believing in quality pays off, even when everyone says it won't work.
A luxury eco-resort in the Yucatán Peninsula is combining ancient Maya chocolate traditions with modern wellness, offering chocolate massages, body wraps, and culinary experiences that leave guests feeling years younger. The healing treatments use locally sourced cacao and traditional techniques passed down through generations.
A self-taught Chinese artist spent three months transforming 132 pounds of chocolate into a stunning 3D replica of one of China's most famous paintings. Her edible masterpiece features 816 tiny people, nearly 300 trees, and over 170 buildings.
Major chocolate companies are joining forces to demand UK regulations that protect millions of smallholder cocoa farmers from market chaos and illegal deforestation. The unusual coalition of competitors could transform how chocolate reaches store shelves.
A groundbreaking analysis of 3 million people reveals that everyday foods like yogurt, cheese, and chocolate may help you live longer. The secret lies in fermentation and the beneficial microbes these foods contain.
A gleaming 19-foot sculpture now stands in Boston's City Hall Plaza, its metal skin formed from hundreds of steel plates hammered with the personal wishes of residents. MIT artist Rhea Vedro spent years transforming community hopes into a protective symbol that will watch over the city for the next five years.
A Belgian food giant and California startup are partnering to create the first commercially available lab-grown chocolate within two years. The innovation could transform a $123 billion industry while offering a more sustainable path forward.
Street artist Banksy revealed a powerful new sculpture in London showing a politician stepping blindly off a pedestal, face wrapped in a flag. The overnight installation is sparking conversations about vision and leadership.
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Amsterdam is getting a stunning new sculpture garden featuring works by modern masters like Alberto Giacometti and Louise Bourgeois, and everyone can visit for free. The $70 million project will transform three pavilions into a green oasis just steps from the famous Rijksmuseum.
Valentine's Day is this Saturday, and these simple chocolate treats make spreading joy delicious and stress-free. From no-bake truffles to fudgy cookies, each recipe is designed for sharing with anyone who deserves a sweet reminder they're loved.
Artists worldwide are transforming wind into haunting music through massive steel sculptures that help people emotionally connect with renewable energy. These installations are turning abstract concepts like kilowatt-hours into experiences you can hear and feel.
Thirty massive bronze sculptures by renowned artist Henry Moore have found a stunning new home among the historic trees and gardens of Kew. The exhibition creates a breathtaking conversation between art and nature that visitors can explore through September. #
A candy maker's encounter with a chocolate machine at the 1893 Chicago World's Fair transformed American candy forever. Milton Hershey saw potential for mass production that would bring chocolate to millions.
Japan's beloved Sapporo Snow Festival returns for its 76th year with over 200 stunning ice and snow sculptures welcoming millions of visitors. As the military steps back from building giant sculptures, a local bank is stepping up to preserve the tradition.
One of Britain's most celebrated sculptors is getting a new outdoor gallery at a West Sussex botanical garden. Four Henry Moore works will nestle among the living collections at Wakehurst through September, bridging art and conservation in a display that highlights our connection to the natural world.
Three ancient bronze sculptures stolen from Tamil Nadu temples in the 1950s are finally going home after researchers matched them to old photographs. The Smithsonian's National Museum of Asian Art confirmed the sacred Hindu images were illegally removed and sold with falsified documents.
A new Italian laboratory is creating global standards for chocolate tasting, similar to wine sommeliers. This could help some of the world's poorest farmers earn fairer prices for higher quality cacao.
After being cancelled in 2025 due to funding cuts, Perth's beloved Sculpture by the Sea is back at Cottesloe Beach thanks to massive public support and new funding. The free outdoor exhibition now features 70 artworks from around the world.
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