http://www.trendhunter.com/ http://www.trendhunter.com/images/TrendHunterLogo160x40.gif http://www.trendhunter.com 160 40 benpreiss's Latest Trends en Copyright 2008 2008-07-26T03:20:03-05:00 http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/monkids-people-raising-monkeys-instead-of-kids ]]> (TrendHunter.com) If you can’t get approval for adoption or are an empty nester and still want a kid, there is another option: Get a monkey, dress it up, and treat it like a kid. "More and more people in Florida and… Pop Culture and Internet Trends Lifestyle Trends Pet Supplies and Trends for Animals Unique and Bizarre Bizarre http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/monkids-people-raising-monkeys-instead-of-kids Tue, 08 Apr 2008 20:24:01 -0400 http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dubai-prince-buys-camel-for-272-million-dollars-shattering-old-record-for-a ]]> (TrendHunter.com) Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashed al-Maktoum, crown prince of the United Arab Emirates of Dubai, purchased the female camel for 10 million dirhams (2.72 million dollars) at a camel beauty pageant in… Luxury Trends Ultra Luxury Pop Culture and Internet Trends Lifestyle Trends Sports and Sports Equipment Global Trends and Hip Travel Regional Trends Unique and Bizarre Bizarre http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dubai-prince-buys-camel-for-272-million-dollars-shattering-old-record-for-a Tue, 08 Apr 2008 12:08:00 -0400 http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/survey-finds-leaders-buy-more-sneakers ]]> (TrendHunter.com) A survey of 7,500 has found that people who buy more than three pairs of sneakers a year are 61 percent more likely to have the qualities of a modern leader. Additionally multi-sneaker buyers were 50 percent… Business Trends Pop Culture and Internet Trends Style and Fashion Trends Hip Fashion Trends Shoe Trends Unique and Bizarre Bizarre http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/survey-finds-leaders-buy-more-sneakers Sun, 06 Apr 2008 10:18:01 -0400 http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/worlds-tallest-mile-high-tower-planned-for-jeddah-saudi-arabia ]]> (TrendHunter.com) The big building competition in the Arabian Peninsula is really heating up with a really ginormous tower just announced for Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. Although we revealed this project would be under construction,… Luxury Trends Ultra Luxury Modern Art and Design Trends Architecture Lifestyle Trends Global Trends and Hip Travel Regional Trends Market Trends http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/worlds-tallest-mile-high-tower-planned-for-jeddah-saudi-arabia Tue, 01 Apr 2008 14:04:00 -0400 http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ultimate-fighting-for-kids-human-cockfighting ]]> (TrendHunter.com) Ultimate Fighting or Cage Fighting has become increasing popular in the US with CBS becoming the first of the mainstream networks to broadcast it during prime time. Now kids are facing-off, punching and… Pop Culture and Internet Trends Lifestyle Trends Life and Hobbies Sports and Sports Equipment Global Trends and Hip Travel Bizarre Global Trends Unique and Bizarre Bizarre http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ultimate-fighting-for-kids-human-cockfighting Mon, 31 Mar 2008 20:56:00 -0400 http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/papaya-dance ]]> (TrendHunter.com) Good Morning America featured a video of Edu Manzano’s Papaya Dance citing its popularity on several international YouTube postings. The song, which originates in the Philippines, was tipped by Robin… Pop Culture and Internet Trends Cool Websites and Internet Culture Icons and Leaders Music Movies and Media Unique and Bizarre Bizarre http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/papaya-dance Thu, 27 Mar 2008 20:56:00 -0400 http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/adobe-photoshop-free ]]> (TrendHunter.com) Photoshop Express was launched in a "beta" test version is said to be easier to learn than the full blown version of Photoshop that is aimed at professionals. They must have realized that if they don't… Technology Trends and Gadgets Digital Cameras and Photography Business Trends Pop Culture and Internet Trends Cool Websites and Internet Culture Icons and Leaders http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/adobe-photoshop-free Thu, 27 Mar 2008 17:57:01 -0400 http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vietnam-veterans-memorial-wall-is-now-available-online ]]> (TrendHunter.com) The Vietnam Veterans Memorial wall, located on the Mall in Washington, DC can now be viewed online and specific names can be searched for. It’s not the same as being there but for those who can’t make… Pop Culture and Internet Trends Cool Websites and Internet Culture http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vietnam-veterans-memorial-wall-is-now-available-online Thu, 27 Mar 2008 10:04:00 -0400 http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bead-me-up-scotty-artist-uses-beads-to-bring-life-to-star-trek ]]> (TrendHunter.com) Bead Me Up, Scotty! Artist Devorah Sperber uses beads as pixels to beam Captain Kirk, Spock and Bones in a fittingly back to the future way. They manage to capture the partially-beamed look, as if they… Pop Culture and Internet Trends Icons and Leaders Modern Art and Design Trends Design Trends Modern Art http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bead-me-up-scotty-artist-uses-beads-to-bring-life-to-star-trek Wed, 26 Mar 2008 18:41:00 -0400 http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/el-e-one-armed-laser-guided-robot-to-assist-people-with-severely-restricted ]]> (TrendHunter.com) The one-armed wonder named El-E (pronounced “Ellie”) because in operation it reminds you of an elephant’s trunk, can retrieve objects that have been pointed to with a laser pointer. Developed at… Technology Trends and Gadgets Robots Science and Discovery Unique and Bizarre Unique Inventions http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/el-e-one-armed-laser-guided-robot-to-assist-people-with-severely-restricted Sun, 16 Mar 2008 21:22:00 -0400 http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-fantasuite-hotel-choose-a-fantasy-hotel-room-to-heat-up-the-minnesota-w ]]> (TrendHunter.com) Winters are long and bone chillingly brutal in Minnesota, which is the only reason I can think of that the FantaSuite Hotel ended up in Burnsville, Minnesota. Some of the fantasy room themes include… Global Trends and Hip Travel Bizarre Global Trends Hip Hotels and Reviews Regional Trends Reviews http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-fantasuite-hotel-choose-a-fantasy-hotel-room-to-heat-up-the-minnesota-w Wed, 05 Mar 2008 18:59:00 -0500 http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hangboarding-bolt-a-trapeze-to-snowboard-go-downhill-face-first-pray ]]> (TrendHunter.com) In 2001, a Canadian named Don Arney used his technical skill and his imagination aided, I’m guessing by some dangerous combination of beer, weed, boredom and fearlessness, to invent the HangBoard. Basically… Technology Trends and Gadgets Lifestyle Trends Sports and Sports Equipment Global Trends and Hip Travel Regional Trends Unique and Bizarre Unique Inventions http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hangboarding-bolt-a-trapeze-to-snowboard-go-downhill-face-first-pray Wed, 05 Mar 2008 13:44:00 -0500 http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/23andme-personal-genome-service-send-us-your-spit-and-well-tell-you-who-you ]]> (TrendHunter.com) You probably leave samples on the sidewalk all the time, but send a sample of spit (and $1,000) to 23andMe Personal Genome Service you might get more than you bargained for. Using sophisticated DNA Drool… Marketing Strategy Commercials and Videos Lifestyle Trends Life and Hobbies Science and Discovery http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/23andme-personal-genome-service-send-us-your-spit-and-well-tell-you-who-you Mon, 03 Mar 2008 17:02:00 -0500 http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pininfarina-sintesi-fuel-cell-concept-car-to-bow-at-2008-geneva-motor-show ]]> (TrendHunter.com) Beyond being stunning and environmentally friendly the Pininfarina Sintesi concept aims to fulfill the ultimate Italian driving dream, getting rid of traffic lights. Technology named Clancast system communicates… Auto and Motor Trends Environmental Trends Lifestyle Trends Global Trends and Hip Travel Regional Trends http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pininfarina-sintesi-fuel-cell-concept-car-to-bow-at-2008-geneva-motor-show Thu, 28 Feb 2008 13:26:00 -0500 http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/taser-parties-for-the-ladies-you-cant-stop-an-attacker-with-tupperware ]]> (TrendHunter.com) Tupperware was fine for stay at home moms, but for today’s career women commuting on the mean streets, a taser brings more peace of mind than fresh lettuce. Enter the Taser Party, where women get together… Technology Trends and Gadgets Cool Gadgets and Gifts Pop Culture and Internet Trends Lifestyle Trends Life and Hobbies Unique and Bizarre Bizarre Market Trends http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/taser-parties-for-the-ladies-you-cant-stop-an-attacker-with-tupperware Wed, 27 Feb 2008 18:20:01 -0500 http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/autistic-activist-use-pc-and-the-internet-specifically-youtube-to-bring-awa ]]> (TrendHunter.com) Amanda Baggs is a 27 year old autistic woman who can’t communicate verbally and isn’t fully capable of taking care of herself. A lot of people don't have an understanding of the condition, but she… Pop Culture and Internet Trends Cool Websites and Internet Culture Lifestyle Trends Life and Hobbies Science and Discovery Social Trends Activism and Awareness http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/autistic-activist-use-pc-and-the-internet-specifically-youtube-to-bring-awa Wed, 27 Feb 2008 14:47:01 -0500 http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/amy-winehouse-to-get-fashion-and-make-up-brands-to-promote-retro-ho-look ]]> (TrendHunter.com) Say what you will about Amy Winehouse, but she does have a unique style and apparently there are lots of girls copying her and that means there is money to be made.Will the eyeliner come in quart containers?… Pop Culture and Internet Trends Icons and Leaders Style and Fashion Trends Cosmetics and Beauty Trends Hair Trends Hip Fashion Trends http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/amy-winehouse-to-get-fashion-and-make-up-brands-to-promote-retro-ho-look Wed, 27 Feb 2008 14:38:01 -0500 http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/roboporter ]]> (TrendHunter.com) The Japanese are in with another robot first, the RoboPorter is a thus far free service that is being tested at Kita Kyushu airport in southwest Japan. He’s not very cute and doesn’t seem to be much… Technology Trends and Gadgets Robots Global Trends and Hip Travel Regional Trends http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/roboporter Mon, 18 Feb 2008 20:52:00 -0500 http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bravit-candles-flame-moves-and-multiplies ]]> (TrendHunter.com) Bravit Candles, designed by German-born and Eindhoven-trained Christophe van Bömmel, are made of sheets of paraffin. They have trails of wicks that cause the original flame to ignite other flames and… Modern Art and Design Trends Design Trends Home Trends Lifestyle Trends Life and Hobbies http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bravit-candles-flame-moves-and-multiplies Mon, 18 Feb 2008 17:55:00 -0500 http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aerotel-geoskeeper ]]> (TrendHunter.com) The Israeli made Aerotel GeoSkeeper is a GPS enabled device that can be strapped to the wrist of an senior citizen or child and programmed to set off an alarm and send their location if they leave a defined… Technology Trends and Gadgets Cool Gadgets and Gifts Lifestyle Trends Unique and Bizarre Unique Inventions http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aerotel-geoskeeper Thu, 14 Feb 2008 11:43:00 -0500 http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dlos-portable-iphone-speakers-fold-up-into-an-egg ]]> (TrendHunter.com) If you have an iPhone, chances are you are into good design and these speaker are a fine example of aesthetic enhancement options. You’ll love pulling a little black and gray egg out of your pocket… Technology Trends and Gadgets Mobile Phones Cool Gadgets and Gifts Audio Visual and Home Theater http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dlos-portable-iphone-speakers-fold-up-into-an-egg Tue, 12 Feb 2008 20:14:00 -0500 http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zap-alias ]]> (TrendHunter.com) The mean green electric two seater charges from zero to 60 mph in 5.7 seconds, its two in-wheel motors produce 320 horsepower. It goes a top speed of 156 mph, and could be yours as soon as next year. ZAP… Auto and Motor Trends Environmental Trends Lifestyle Trends Science and Discovery http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zap-alias Tue, 12 Feb 2008 18:15:00 -0500 http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/googles-adroid-os-appears-on-phones-at-the-mobile-world-congress-in-barcalo ]]> (TrendHunter.com) The much anticipated, Google-backed, open Adroid OS has appeared on a number of prototype phones at the Mobile World Congress in Barcelona. "Texas Instruments had the handset you see above -- from an… Technology Trends and Gadgets Mobile Phones Marketing Strategy Commercials and Videos Market Trends http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/googles-adroid-os-appears-on-phones-at-the-mobile-world-congress-in-barcalo Mon, 11 Feb 2008 16:34:00 -0500 http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/slacker-portable-arrives-first-portable-internet-radio-player-lets-you-crea ]]> (TrendHunter.com) The problem with Internet radio is, of course, that you can’t listen to it on a radio because it is not broadcast on radio waves, so really its not radio at all. The Slacker Portable solves that problem… Technology Trends and Gadgets Cool Gadgets and Gifts Audio Visual and Home Theater Reviews http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/slacker-portable-arrives-first-portable-internet-radio-player-lets-you-crea Sat, 09 Feb 2008 13:47:01 -0500 http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/canadian-man-invents-real-perpetual-motion-machine ]]> (TrendHunter.com) Thane Heins is careful never not to claim that his Perepiteia is a perpetual motion machine, yet it accelerates from exposure to a permanent magnet, and that’s not supposed to happen. Scientists from… Technology Trends and Gadgets Science and Discovery Unique and Bizarre Pranks and Hoaxes Unique Inventions http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/canadian-man-invents-real-perpetual-motion-machine Thu, 07 Feb 2008 21:56:00 -0500 http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/acabion-gtbo-goes-into-production-and-leaves-bugatti-veyron-in-the-dust ]]> (TrendHunter.com) At only 20% throttle the Acabion GTBO two wheeler (four at low speed) passes the Bugatti Veyron’s top end of 250mph and, helped by its jet-like body, it hits the electronically limited top end of 340mph… Auto and Motor Trends Lifestyle Trends Reviews http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/acabion-gtbo-goes-into-production-and-leaves-bugatti-veyron-in-the-dust Thu, 07 Feb 2008 21:19:00 -0500 http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/face-yoga ]]> (TrendHunter.com) Celebrity name-dropping New York yoga teacher Annelise Hagen of the prerequisitely snobby New York Health & Racquet Club is promoting Face Yoga. According the Hagen, the bizarre facial exercises prevent… Pop Culture and Internet Trends Lifestyle Trends Health and Fitness Trends Life and Hobbies Science and Discovery Unique and Bizarre Bizarre Market Trends http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/face-yoga Thu, 07 Feb 2008 17:45:01 -0500 http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/garmin-enters-cellphone-market-with-nuvifone-gps-touchscreen ]]> (TrendHunter.com) The 3.5G, GSM HSDPA smartphone features a 3.5-inch touchscreen with an internet browser, data connectivity, personal messaging, and personal navigation functions. Of course being a Garmin, GPS navigation… Technology Trends and Gadgets Mobile Phones Cool Gadgets and Gifts Reviews http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/garmin-enters-cellphone-market-with-nuvifone-gps-touchscreen Thu, 31 Jan 2008 16:17:00 -0500 http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-torch-flashlight-is-powerful-enough-to-set-paper-on-fire-and-fry-eggs ]]> (TrendHunter.com) “The Torch,” made by Wicked Lasers, is claimed to be the world’s strongest flashlight. And really now, who would argue with the egg frying, marshmallow toasting, 4100 lumen wonder that can drain… Technology Trends and Gadgets Cool Gadgets and Gifts Lifestyle Trends Reviews http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-torch-flashlight-is-powerful-enough-to-set-paper-on-fire-and-fry-eggs Wed, 30 Jan 2008 17:50:00 -0500 http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kira-plastinina ]]> (TrendHunter.com) A 15 year old fashion designer is making waves globally for her incredible designing capabilities. She did however have a boost when launching her brand. Backed by her millionaire father, Sergei Plastinina,… Business Trends Style and Fashion Trends Hip Fashion Trends Global Trends and Hip Travel Regional Trends http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kira-plastinina Wed, 30 Jan 2008 13:47:00 -0500 http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/remote-controlled-dimmable-multicolor-led-lightbulb-fits-in-standard-socket ]]> (TrendHunter.com) These remote controlled, dimmable, multi-colored LED lightbulbs use only 5 Watts and have a 10,000 hour lifetime. By using the remote control, you can pick from 15 colors including white, how cool is… Technology Trends and Gadgets Cool Gadgets and Gifts Modern Art and Design Trends Home Trends Lifestyle Trends http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/remote-controlled-dimmable-multicolor-led-lightbulb-fits-in-standard-socket Mon, 28 Jan 2008 16:21:00 -0500 http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/virgin-galactic-spacecraft ]]> (TrendHunter.com) Virgin Galactic founder, Sir Richard Branson, unveiled the new spaceflight system, composed of the WhiteKnightTwo carrier plane and the SpaceShipTwo spacecrafts. "2008 really will be the year of the… Marketing Strategy Commercials and Videos Science and Discovery Global Trends and Hip Travel Market Trends http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/virgin-galactic-spacecraft Thu, 24 Jan 2008 20:20:00 -0500 http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ztohoven ]]> (TrendHunter.com) Czech it Out! Citizens of the Czech Republic were more than a bit surprised one morning while watching a live weather report. The show segment began with the picturesque view of the Krkonose Mountains.… Pop Culture and Internet Trends Music Movies and Media Global Trends and Hip Travel Bizarre Global Trends Regional Trends Unique and Bizarre Bizarre Pranks and Hoaxes http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ztohoven Thu, 24 Jan 2008 19:08:00 -0500 http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/yamaha-bodibeat-mp3 ]]> (TrendHunter.com) The Yamaha BODiBEAT’s sensor measures your pulse and selects music to match it or choose Fitness mode (one of four preset modes) and it will guide you through a musical workout up to aerobic to a cool-down.… Technology Trends and Gadgets Video Games and Consoles Audio Visual and Home Theater Science and Discovery Health and Fitness Trends http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/yamaha-bodibeat-mp3 Thu, 24 Jan 2008 18:24:00 -0500 http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/english-man-buys-snow-deprived-swiss-ski-resort-for-90 ]]> (TrendHunter.com) Global warming can get some people great real estate bargains. Ernen, Switzerland could not afford to renew its ski lift licenses after several seasons of meager snowfall and were desperate to find someone… Environmental Trends Pop Culture and Internet Trends Global Trends and Hip Travel News and World Events Regional Trends Unique and Bizarre Bizarre http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/english-man-buys-snow-deprived-swiss-ski-resort-for-90 Thu, 24 Jan 2008 17:47:00 -0500 http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/solar-powered-mp4-retro-game-player-recharges-o ]]> (TrendHunter.com) What can you say about an MP4 player that will never run out of power and will recharge your cell phone and much more? The imaginatively named “Solar Powered MP4 Player 2GB - Mobile Power Station”… Technology Trends and Gadgets Cool Gadgets and Gifts Audio Visual and Home Theater Unique and Bizarre Unique Inventions http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/solar-powered-mp4-retro-game-player-recharges-o Thu, 24 Jan 2008 13:32:00 -0500 http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dubai-the-universe ]]> (TrendHunter.com) Seeming trying to prove that too much is not nearly enough the Dubai developer of “The World” has just announced plans to build the “The Universe” which they will squeeze in between “The World”… Modern Art and Design Trends Architecture Global Trends and Hip Travel Bizarre Global Trends News and World Events Regional Trends http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dubai-the-universe Wed, 23 Jan 2008 22:17:00 -0500 http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/israeli-government-begins-national-electric-car-initiative ]]> (TrendHunter.com) Renault - Nissan will build the cars, Project Better Place of Palo Alto, Calif., will provide the lithium-ion batteries and will build the infrastructure, which may eventually consist of 500,000 charging… Auto and Motor Trends Marketing Strategy Commercials and Videos Environmental Trends Lifestyle Trends Global Trends and Hip Travel Regional Trends Market Trends http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/israeli-government-begins-national-electric-car-initiative Wed, 23 Jan 2008 14:31:00 -0500 http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mririan ]]> (TrendHunter.com) Her videos have combined for millions of views, so what’s the deal with MRirian? Why are so many people watching her, and why does anybody care? Is she Japanese? Her blog is in Japanese, she speaks Japanese,… Pop Culture and Internet Trends Cool Websites and Internet Culture Icons and Leaders Unique and Bizarre Bizarre http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mririan Tue, 22 Jan 2008 23:56:00 -0500 http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/noahpad-funky-foldable-low-cost-palmtop-laptop ]]> (TrendHunter.com) The Noahpad is a funky cross category Palmtop/OLPC/low cost UMPC gizmo and is notable for its odd attribute including a split keyboard, the ability to fold back on itself and be hung up with a clothes… Technology Trends and Gadgets Computers and Laptops Cool Gadgets and Gifts Reviews http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/noahpad-funky-foldable-low-cost-palmtop-laptop Tue, 22 Jan 2008 20:54:00 -0500 http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/etch-a-sketch-tv ]]> (TrendHunter.com) How would you like to play a $13 Etch-A-Sketch on your $3500 52 inch LCD TV? Just about everybody had an Etch-A-Sketch when they were a kid, but if you didn’t it’s not too late. $13 will get you… Technology Trends and Gadgets Video Games and Consoles Pop Culture and Internet Trends Icons and Leaders Lifestyle Trends Life and Hobbies http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/etch-a-sketch-tv Tue, 22 Jan 2008 17:49:01 -0500 http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/exhaust-burger-new-concept-in-tailgate-dining-from-iran ]]> (TrendHunter.com) A team of Iranian designers came up with this brilliant cooking idea which actually isn’t as disgusting as it first looks. Your car's exhaust is used as a barbecue to grill your food! That still sounds… Technology Trends and Gadgets Auto and Motor Trends Pop Culture and Internet Trends Lifestyle Trends Food Trends Unique and Bizarre Bizarre Unique Inventions http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/exhaust-burger-new-concept-in-tailgate-dining-from-iran Mon, 21 Jan 2008 18:30:00 -0500 http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/geotagged-photos ]]> (TrendHunter.com) Geotagging means adding geographical coordinates to something (in this case photos) usually aided by a GPS. Looking at photos on a map and knowing exactly where they were taken literally adds dimension… Pop Culture and Internet Trends Cool Websites and Internet Culture Lifestyle Trends Global Trends and Hip Travel http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/geotagged-photos Mon, 21 Jan 2008 12:26:00 -0500 http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/biotech-company-clones-embryos-from-human-skin-cells ]]> (TrendHunter.com) A recent biotech breakthrough enables the creation of embryos from skin cells, which are genetic copies of the donor. This breakthrough by scientists at Stemagen Corp holds the promise of custom-made… Science and Discovery Global Trends and Hip Travel Bizarre Global Trends Health and Fitness Trends http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/biotech-company-clones-embryos-from-human-skin-cells Sun, 20 Jan 2008 14:45:00 -0500 http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/naias-detroit-2008-fisker-karma-hybrid-heaven ]]> (TrendHunter.com) From the man that designed the Aston Martin DB9 and BMW Z8, the Karma rings all the bells. Henrik Fisker seems to have achieved his goal of founding ‘green American premium sports car company’ with… Auto and Motor Trends Environmental Trends Lifestyle Trends Global Trends and Hip Travel http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/naias-detroit-2008-fisker-karma-hybrid-heaven Sun, 20 Jan 2008 12:19:01 -0500 http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tantra-chair-taking-it-to-the-next-level-in-stylish-curves ]]> (TrendHunter.com) If you and your partner are into exploring the sometimes acrobatic positions in the Kama Sutra, the Tantra Chair is here to help. The Tantra Chair is a beautiful piece of furniture in itself and is available… Modern Art and Design Trends Design Trends Furniture Design Naughty Trends http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tantra-chair-taking-it-to-the-next-level-in-stylish-curves Sun, 20 Jan 2008 08:47:01 -0500 http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stanford-silicon-nanowires-40-hour-laptop-batteries ]]> (TrendHunter.com) By using silicon nanowires as the anode, in rechargeable lithium ion batteries, instead of graphite the amount of lithium the anode can hold is extended tenfold and thus the battery’s life. Needless… Technology Trends and Gadgets Computers and Laptops Science and Discovery Unique and Bizarre Unique Inventions http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stanford-silicon-nanowires-40-hour-laptop-batteries Sat, 19 Jan 2008 18:48:00 -0500 http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/monkey-picked-tea ]]> (TrendHunter.com) If you're into the idea of drinking tea that has been hand(?) (paw?) picked by monkeys from rare wild Chinese tea trees, and are willing to pay $25 for 57g (about 2oz) for the experience, well here you… Pop Culture and Internet Trends Lifestyle Trends Food Trends Global Trends and Hip Travel Bizarre Global Trends Unique and Bizarre Bizarre http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/monkey-picked-tea Fri, 18 Jan 2008 20:00:00 -0500 http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/viral-video-shows-crazy-cruise-and-his-nutty-scientology-views ]]> (TrendHunter.com) In the eight minute video that has bloggers buzzing, Tom Cruise shares his views as a Scientologist. "We're the authorities on getting people off drugs. We're the authorities on the mind. We're the authorities… Pop Culture and Internet Trends Cool Websites and Internet Culture Icons and Leaders Viral Videos Unique and Bizarre Bizarre http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/viral-video-shows-crazy-cruise-and-his-nutty-scientology-views Fri, 18 Jan 2008 12:36:00 -0500 http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/german-experts-identify-the-real-mona-lisa ]]> (TrendHunter.com) German Experts working at the Heidelberg University library found dated notes in the margins of a book scribbled by its owner in October 1503 that identify that Lisa del Giocondo was indeed the model for… Modern Art and Design Trends Science and Discovery Global Trends and Hip Travel News and World Events http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/german-experts-identify-the-real-mona-lisa Fri, 18 Jan 2008 12:06:01 -0500