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Earl Simmons, known to the world as rapper, songwriter, and actor DMX, passed away last week at the age of 50. DMX was an authentic man and fearless rapper, his experiences forged by a difficult upbringing in Yonkers, New York. Batling through controversy, incarceration, and addiction, DMX fought hard and showed out like the aggression in his music; he was determined, humble, hopeful, and charismatic. DMX was never a persona, a bit, or a character – he was Earl, flaws and all....

Creating a new experience for all BMW Motorrad drivers, the German’s are upgrading its two-wheeled segment with an extremely compact, robust, and highly versatile bike that takes everything that made it so great four years ago and gives it back ten-fold. The faster, safer, and more dynamic BMW G 310 GS is the introduction of a whole new driving experience. Powered by the always reliable 313 ccm liquid-cooled single-cylinder engine with four valves, two overhead camshafts, and electronic fuel injection, the heart and soul of this incredible piece of engineering outputs 25 kW (34 HP) at 9 500 rpm and a maximum torque of 28 Nm at 7 500 rpm....

More than just a barrier for light and sound, a well-chosen set of curtains will help determine the mood of a room. Interior designers agree: A room is not complete without window treatments. From shutters and blinds to flowing panels of luxurious fabric, the way we dress our windows showcases our personal style. Today, custom window treatment options are virtually unlimited. When narrowing down your window treatment ideas, be sure to consider functionality as much as style....

There are some who pay minimal attention to their bathroom’s feel and décor, figuring that such a utilitarian get-in-and-get-out space hardly deserves much of the household spotlight–right? But then there are those who beg to differ, and enjoy a whole different experience on a daily basis. A bathroom is more than just a hasty stopping point, but a place to cleanse, restore, and purify. And what better atmosphere to ensconce yourself in than that of the rustic?...

The small skull tattoo is a classical tattoo designs in modern body art. Symbolizing mortality, immortality and the dramatic interplay between life and death, skull tattoos embody the shadow side supremely beloved by tattoo enthusiasts worldwide. Small skull tattoos remind the wearer and the world that all beings are part of the cosmic cycle of life and death. We take control back when we surrender to that most basic fact of existence....

For a very long time, tattooing in the western world was confined to the upper body. Since very few clothing styles in the west allowed for legs to be shown with ease, tattooing was considered an upper body only event. Once the west began to encounter the Polynesian Isles and the tribes of South America, all of that changed. Seeing the beautiful and symbolic tattoos that ran over the entire body of many of the Native Peoples created a new desire to have full body tattooing be a part of the new culture....

The connotation for spider web tattoo designs has tended toward criminal tattoo and the prison gang culture of symbolic ink. In modern times the meaning of Spider web tattoos is changing; they’re useful filler for joining up American traditional tattoo style designs or used in tattoo dreamscapes linked to Native American tattoo art. An intricate spider web tattoo is useful for the tattoo enthusiast looking to showcase complexity in their ink choices, and due to the difference between black spider ink and negative space, can be excellent designs on hard to ink areas such as the elbow, patella, armpit and neck, or as a joining image in a sleeve tattoo....

1800 Tequila is celebrating the 10th Anniversary of its Essential 1800 Artists Series by collaborating on limited-edition augmented reality bottles with superstar Spanish artist Okuda San Miguel. 1800 Tequila, the world’s most awarded tequila and the #1 premium tequila brand in the U.S., is turning limited-edition bottles of 1800 Silver Tequila into instant collector’s items. Essential 1800 Artists Series 10th Anniversary Collection ft. Okuda San Miguel Okuda San Miguel’s colorful artwork has graced the walls of galleries and buildings across the globe....

3D tattoos are bold, unique, and seek to highlight the theme of the tattoo. Those who choose to highlight a skull are bold men who are not afraid of the reality of life and choose to take it head on. Skull tattoos can mean several different things. Some gravitate toward the skull because of the natural association this figure has to death or darkness. This type of gentleman is not afraid to admit that life is futile, short, an brutal....

In their pursuit for wonderfully weird flavor combinations, Ben & Jerry’s have turned to booze. WhistlePig whiskey to be exact. The two famous Vermont companies have teamed up for Topped Whiskey Biz Ice Cream. As the name suggests, this mouthwatering flavor tastes like the sweet brown liquor known to warm even the coldest of hearts. According to Ben & Jerry’s, this delicious cocktail of flavors combines “a brown butter bourbon ice cream with blonde brownies and whiskey caramel swirls topped with white chocolatey ganache and white fudge chunks....

If you’re a fan of horror movies, you know the frustration of watching characters make foolish decisions that often get them or their friends killed. We’ve all yelled at the TV to stop our favorites from opening the door or picking up a hitchhiker. We all know the dreadful feeling of seeing the serial killer sneak behind the poor victim while they have no idea they’re about to die. In survival horror games, players can put themselves in the shoes of their favorite characters and take control of their narrative....

“The purpose – where I start – is the idea of use. It is not recycling, it’s reuse.” – Issey Miyake Using an upcycled wood pallet to create a garden is the ultimate eco-friendly way to reuse, repurpose, and recycle. Retailers use—and discard—millions of wood pallets each year when moving goods from place to place. Pallets end up occupying a lot of room in landfills. That’s unfortunate because pallet wood is an excellent raw material that you can reuse in countless imaginative ways....

The Aurora Borealis may be a rarely occurring natural phenomenon, but with a Northern Lights tattoo, you can witness this dazzling spectacle at any time of the year! Norway’s most exquisite light show is turning into one of the hottest ink trends on Earth. The arctic glory provides a staggering array of vibrant hues, and these unique color combinations are keenly attractive for ink aficionados. The solar miracle is a dashing selection for guys who want to fearlessly flash an affinity for the outside world without resorting to any commonplace elements....

The resurgence of interest in traditional style tattoos has started to focus on depictions of wild animals. Bears are a particularly common subject, and they are frequently depicted in the middle of a ferocious roar. The thick coat and wide teeth of a bear work well the traditional style, and the contrast between dark fur and a red mouth is very striking. They definitely look cool, but a traditional bear tattoo does more than just show off your animalistic side....

There are lots of large and certainly bold chest tattoos out there that call for attention, but for those who aren’t for huge and complicated designs, simplicity is more to their liking. Simple chest tattoos can be just as beautiful as intricate ones, even if most are less obvious. Being that there’s so much to choose from, many turn to minimalistic ideas and designs that can still get their symbolism across....

Though tattoos last a lifetime, sometimes the feelings attached to them do not. Rather than staring at a mistake we would not like to be reminded of it is better to just ink over them entirely with a cover up. Full and half sleeves are especially effective at hiding any old tattoos you may have gotten when you were younger without sacrificing your appearance. By being able to completely shade and fill in the whole portion of the arm, the tattoo artist is able to work around the old tattoo using a larger surface to convey your new piece....

Geometric shapes have a profound depth and meaning that resonates with the spirit of many men who see the world in a logical, meaningful way. The icosahedron is one of the most perfect geometrical figures, and its twenty triangular sides provide for an interesting template for creativity to flourish. When the icosahedron is typically represented, it is shown in a transparent design that highlights the vertices of the shape instead of the faces....

If you want your next tattoo to be forever burned into the memory all who view it, then stop paying for trite designs and start investing in an intricate and jaw-dropping 3D arm tattoo. These magnificent and mind-bending works of art will make you question reality. You have to be a daring man to rock these insanely elaborate three-dimensional illusions on your arm. With this unparalleled level of realism and detail etched so meticulously onto your body, you won’t have to fear about appearing unfashionable....

What better way to show your devotion to old school gaming and retro technology than with a pixel tattoo? There is a variety of games that you can choose from when it comes to drawing on old pixel art, or you could create your own pixellated design to get tattooed on your body. You can also go with just traditional pixels that are unrelated to video games and have a cool and trendy tattoo that’s nerdy yet cool all at the same time....

Capture the ultimate sapient symbol of the space age with the Yoga tattoo. As Grand Master of the Jedi Order, no other Star Wars figure represents the savant mastery of the Yoda. Whether you want to demonstrate the grandiose powers of the Galactic Empire, or you want unique body art that looks good, the Yoda design lets you stand out from the rest. Yoda tattoos effortlessly embody the iconic attributes of classic Star Wars dating back to Empire Strikes Back....