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Classic 'Choose Your Own Adventure' Returns as Graphic Novel
InnovationMay 14

Classic 'Choose Your Own Adventure' Returns as Graphic Novel

The beloved "Choose Your Own Adventure" books that empowered kids in the '80s and '90s are making a comeback. "Space and Beyond" launches this summer as a stunning graphic novel with 44 possible endings.

Space.com2 min read
New Graphic Novel Teaches Kids Real Hunger Solutions
SolutionsJan 20

New Graphic Novel Teaches Kids Real Hunger Solutions

A groundbreaking children's graphic novel launching in 2026 tackles food insecurity by showing kids the structural causes and collective solutions, not just charity. Meanwhile, Canada's new National School Food Program offers hope for long-term change.

Medical Xpress3 min read
Maker Releases Open Source Graphics Card for Glowing Screens
VideosApr 5

Maker Releases Open Source Graphics Card for Glowing Screens

A creator just open-sourced a graphics card that brings beautiful electroluminescent displays back to life. The design could help hobbyists and makers finally use these captivating glowing screens in their own projects.

Google News - Technology2 min read
Scientists Create Stunning Climate Graphics Using AI Coding
InnovationMay 12

Scientists Create Stunning Climate Graphics Using AI Coding

Climate researchers are using AI tools to code groundbreaking visualizations without writing a single line themselves. The technique, called "vibe coding," is letting scientists of all skill levels turn their ideas into reality in record time.

Nature News2 min read
Graphic Designer Exits Job With Epic ABBA Lip-Sync Show
Acts of KindnessApr 15

Graphic Designer Exits Job With Epic ABBA Lip-Sync Show

Mati Baran turned his last day at work into an unforgettable performance, lip-syncing to ABBA's "The Winner Takes It All" with a pre-recorded video of himself. The emotional, hilarious goodbye earned 4 million views on TikTok and left some coworkers in tears.

Upworthy2 min read
Chip Kidd: 40 Years Designing Iconic Book Covers at Knopf
Community HeroesMay 5

Chip Kidd: 40 Years Designing Iconic Book Covers at Knopf

The graphic designer behind the legendary Jurassic Park cover started his career as an entry-level assistant with just a portfolio and a dream. Four decades later, Chip Kidd proves that finding your creative path doesn't require being the most talented artist in the room.

Fast Company3 min read
Valve Developer Fixes Linux Gaming for Decade-Old Mac GPUs
InnovationFeb 23

Valve Developer Fixes Linux Gaming for Decade-Old Mac GPUs

A Valve engineer just solved a frustrating bug that prevented old Apple iMacs from running modern Linux graphics drivers, breathing new life into machines nearly a decade old. The fix means better gaming and performance for owners who refused to give up on their trusty computers.

Google News - Technology3 min read
Seven Design Grads Showcase Career-Ready Work at Baldwin Wallace
Community HeroesApr 15

Seven Design Grads Showcase Career-Ready Work at Baldwin Wallace

Baldwin Wallace University's graphic design seniors transformed a challenging venue change into an opportunity, hosting their 10th annual exhibition with polished portfolios ready for the workforce. Seven students showcased years of digital design work under the theme "Threshold," marking their transition from college to career.

Google News - Student Achievement2 min read
Nvidia Fixes Gaming's Most Annoying Wait Time
InnovationApr 2

Nvidia Fixes Gaming's Most Annoying Wait Time

PC gamers can finally say goodbye to those frustrating "compiling shaders" delays that interrupt gameplay. Nvidia just rolled out a feature that does the work automatically while your computer sits idle.

Ars Technica2 min read
Legendary 1990s Gaming Chip Recreated for Modern Players
InnovationMar 23

Legendary 1990s Gaming Chip Recreated for Modern Players

A developer has successfully recreated the iconic 3DFX Voodoo 1 graphics chip using modern FPGA technology, bringing a piece of gaming history back to life. The project offers retro gaming fans an affordable alternative to hunting down expensive vintage hardware.

Google News - Technology2 min read
Repair Shop Saves $1,200 GPU After Girlfriend Smashed It
VideosFeb 8

Repair Shop Saves $1,200 GPU After Girlfriend Smashed It

A Chinese repair technician rescued a destroyed graphics card worth over $1,000 by transplanting its chip onto a new circuit board. The card was physically smashed but now works perfectly again.

Google News - Technology2 min read
Two Kentucky Students Win Statewide Writing Contest
Daily MixJun 23

Two Kentucky Students Win Statewide Writing Contest

A graphic novel about a banana named Hanna and a poem about wild weather just earned two elementary students top honors in Kentucky's 2026 Young Writer's Contest. Their creative work stood out among nearly 1,500 entries from students across the state.

Google News - Student Achievement2 min read
Cancer Survivor's T-Shirt Brand Gives Back to Research
Community HeroesApr 8

Cancer Survivor's T-Shirt Brand Gives Back to Research

A mother of four who beat cancer launched a graphic tee business that donates one percent of every sale to the American Cancer Society. Her brand turns personal hardship into hope through fashion with a purpose.

Google News - Cancer Survivor2 min read
Rockstar Offers Free GTA 5 Upgrades Starting June 18
SolutionsJun 18

Rockstar Offers Free GTA 5 Upgrades Starting June 18

Millions of Grand Theft Auto V players can now upgrade to enhanced versions of the game for free. The move brings better graphics and performance to gamers who've been playing on older systems.

Engadget2 min read
Two Students Beat Odds to Win Arts Scholarships
Acts of KindnessJun 15

Two Students Beat Odds to Win Arts Scholarships

A student who once couldn't hear conversations due to ear infections just won a scholarship to study graphic design. His fellow graduate, a talented trombonist, claimed the second arts award after a surprise phone call from her counselor.

Google News - Scholarship Awarded2 min read
Roger Dahl Ends 35-Year Japan Times Run for New Adventures
Acts of KindnessJan 26

Roger Dahl Ends 35-Year Japan Times Run for New Adventures

After 35 years of bringing laughter to Japan Times readers, cartoonist Roger Dahl is closing one chapter to open another. He's trading his longtime editorial cartoons for children's books, graphic novels, and animation projects.

Japan Times2 min read
Claude AI Adds Slack, Canva and Workplace Apps
InnovationJan 26

Claude AI Adds Slack, Canva and Workplace Apps

Anthropic just made working with AI smoother by letting Claude users access their favorite workplace tools right inside the chatbot. Now you can send Slack messages, design graphics, and manage files without jumping between apps.

TechCrunch2 min read
Dad and Daughter Find 3,000-Year-Old Ships in Norway
Global NewsMay 28

Dad and Daughter Find 3,000-Year-Old Ships in Norway

A graphic designer with a passion for rock art stopped on a hillside during a drive with his daughter and discovered Bronze Age ships, footprints, and handprints carved 3,000 years ago. The rare sandstone carvings are helping preserve Norway's disappearing ancient heritage.

Upworthy3 min read
SNES Emulator Creators Return After 19 Years
InnovationApr 28

SNES Emulator Creators Return After 19 Years

The original developers behind ZSNES, a beloved 1990s Super Nintendo emulator, have returned after nearly two decades with a completely new project. Super ZSNES gives classic games modern graphics and audio upgrades while preserving the nostalgia of retro gaming. #

Ars Technica2 min read
Florida CEO Jordan Aquila Honored for Growing Business at Home
Acts of KindnessMar 3

Florida CEO Jordan Aquila Honored for Growing Business at Home

A Charlotte County entrepreneur who chose to stay and build his career locally is being celebrated for proving young talent doesn't need to leave to succeed. Jordan Aquila expanded his family's graphics business while championing jazz education in his hometown.

Google News - Economic Growth2 min read

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