http://www.trendhunter.com/ http://www.trendhunter.com/images/TrendHunterLogo120x30.gif http://www.trendhunter.com/ 120 30 DouginLA's Latest Trends en Copyright 2009 2009-12-10T19:10:01Z http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/green-building-brazil-builds-truly-sustainable-park ]]> (TrendHunter.com) Brazil was once known as the country that was destroying the rainforest. Now it seems they are trying to rebuild their reputation by pushing renewable energy and sustainable architecture. The Brazilian… Environmental Trends Modern Art and Design Trends Architecture Science and Discovery Global Trends and Hip Travel Regional Trends Social Trends Activism and Awareness http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/green-building-brazil-builds-truly-sustainable-park 2009-03-13T13:35:33Z http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/eco-news-spain-sets-record-with-wind-power ]]> (TrendHunter.com) Renewable energy is a very hot topic these days with everyone fixated on climate change, whether they believe the polar ice caps are melting or not. Spain just took a huge step towards complete independence… Technology Trends and Gadgets Environmental Trends Science and Discovery http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/eco-news-spain-sets-record-with-wind-power 2009-03-13T12:15:33Z http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/military-tech-lockeheeds-new-military-exoskeleton ]]> (TrendHunter.com) Iron man was a block buster movie last summer, and now the technology may not be science fiction. Lockheed Martin, in conjunction with the US Military, is perfecting a set of super soldier exoskeletons.… Technology Trends and Gadgets Robots Science and Discovery Global Trends and Hip Travel Bizarre Global Trends http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/military-tech-lockeheeds-new-military-exoskeleton 2009-03-13T11:15:33Z http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nude-protesting-using-nudity-to-protest-nuclear-power ]]> (TrendHunter.com) In a world full of unusual contests, this one is definitely an attention-grabber. A group called ‘The Environmentals’ decided to hold a contest for best nude nuclear protest photo. I know this seems a… Environmental Trends Naughty Trends Social Trends Activism and Awareness http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nude-protesting-using-nudity-to-protest-nuclear-power 2009-02-27T21:39:00Z http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/video-games-turning-hisrotric-literature-into-action-adventure ]]> (TrendHunter.com) San Francisco-based Electronic Arts has taken one of the greatest, if most depressing, novels of all time as the story line for its new action adventure game. The very title of “Dante’s Inferno” seems… Technology Trends and Gadgets Video Games and Consoles http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/video-games-turning-hisrotric-literature-into-action-adventure 2009-02-27T14:59:00Z http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/green-machines-first-electric-hybrid-speedboat ]]> (TrendHunter.com) Thanks to the struggles of the auto industry, especially the Big 3, we have been bombarded with news on hybrids. Now hybrids are taking to the water. Epic Wake Boats has designed the Epic 23E, a speedboat… Technology Trends and Gadgets Environmental Trends Modern Art and Design Trends Design Trends http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/green-machines-first-electric-hybrid-speedboat 2009-02-27T03:19:50Z http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/extreme-vehicles-new-two-seater-flying-machine ]]> (TrendHunter.com) Calling 007—your ride is here. Finally, a cool little self-propelled aircraft that is almost affordable. For everyone that has always wanted to soar with the birds, now is your chance. Thanks to Air Creations’… Technology Trends and Gadgets Cool Gadgets and Gifts Auto and Motor Trends Science and Discovery http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/extreme-vehicles-new-two-seater-flying-machine 2009-02-27T01:59:50Z http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/eco-design-12-year-olds-build-homeless-dome ]]> (TrendHunter.com) So much for the belief that kids today have no hope. 12-year-old Max Wallack is singlehandedly trying to make everyone forget all those news stories about teen shootings and other bad media. After hearing… Environmental Trends Life Stages Youth Trends Modern Art and Design Trends Design Trends Social Trends Activism and Awareness http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/eco-design-12-year-olds-build-homeless-dome 2009-02-27T01:39:51Z http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/radical-architecture-designing-a-blast-proof-tower ]]> (TrendHunter.com) It has been over seven years since the World Trade Center was destroyed and the building set to replace it is still not finished. The reason is the complexity of its design. One World Center is being designed… Modern Art and Design Trends Architecture Design Trends Global Trends and Hip Travel http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/radical-architecture-designing-a-blast-proof-tower 2009-02-26T19:59:54Z http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/green-automobiles-toyota-proposing-to-build-car-from-seaweed ]]> (TrendHunter.com) In the race to be the greenest auto manufacturer, Toyota has added a new weapon to its arsenal. Say hello to the Toyota of the future, a car made completely from seaweed. Well, to be more precise, from… Auto and Motor Trends Environmental Trends http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/green-automobiles-toyota-proposing-to-build-car-from-seaweed 2009-02-25T22:19:00Z http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/green-power-alaska-may-be-the-next-leader-in-renewable-energy ]]> (TrendHunter.com) Alaska has long been the leading producer of oil of the United States, but now the state may be taking a greener turn. Energy costs in Alaska are some of the most expensive in America, even though oil… Environmental Trends Science and Discovery Global Trends and Hip Travel Regional Trends http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/green-power-alaska-may-be-the-next-leader-in-renewable-energy 2009-02-25T21:39:00Z http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/at-the-movies-all-the-vaired-ways-of-saying-the-end ]]> (TrendHunter.com) Movies have been around in one shape or another for over a century, and they have all had one thing in common: they ended. Finally this under-appreciated piece of the movie, in some cases more than others,… Pop Culture and Internet Trends Cool Websites and Internet Culture http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/at-the-movies-all-the-vaired-ways-of-saying-the-end 2009-02-24T11:39:58Z http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/house-party-selling-gold-at-house-parties ]]> (TrendHunter.com) By now everyone has seen old, has-been celebrities trying to get you to ship in your old gold jewelry. Well, My Gold Party CA has taken this trend to a whole new level. Instead of shipping your unwanted… Business Trends New Ventures and Start Ups Style and Fashion Trends Jewelry and Accessories http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/house-party-selling-gold-at-house-parties 2009-02-24T02:19:00Z http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/alternative-energy-california-could-be-powered-completely-by-geothermal-ene ]]> (TrendHunter.com) After years of dealing with brownouts and being at the mercy of other states for electricity, California may finally have a way out. While a lot of attention has been given to the new solar power plants… Technology Trends and Gadgets Environmental Trends Science and Discovery http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/alternative-energy-california-could-be-powered-completely-by-geothermal-ene 2009-02-24T00:59:00Z http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/alterantive-energy-underwater-wave-farms ]]> (TrendHunter.com) In the world of renewable energy, solar and wind have been the monarchs for decades, but now their reign maybe over. A new dog has entered the fight and it is definitely bringing the thunder. Tidal Energy… Technology Trends and Gadgets Environmental Trends Science and Discovery http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/alterantive-energy-underwater-wave-farms 2009-02-23T23:39:00Z http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mens-fashion-obamas-bulletproof-wardrobe ]]> (TrendHunter.com) When you are the commander-in-chief of the most powerful country in the world, you have to be careful. When you become president during one of the most economically depressed eras in American history,… Technology Trends and Gadgets Celebrity News Celebrity Fashion Luxury Trends Luxury Fashion Style and Fashion Trends Fashion for Men http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mens-fashion-obamas-bulletproof-wardrobe 2009-02-23T22:59:00Z http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nano-technology-using-nanotech-to-fight-food-poisoning ]]> (TrendHunter.com) There is nothing to ruin a person’s week like a bout of food poisoning, especially after they’ve spent money to go on an exotic vacation. Although technology to prevent this kind of suffering seems to… Lifestyle Trends Food Trends Science and Discovery http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nano-technology-using-nanotech-to-fight-food-poisoning 2009-02-23T19:19:00Z http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/medical-breakthrough-using-lazy-bacteria-for-our-own-health ]]> (TrendHunter.com) If there is a better way to defeat viruses than this, I find it hard to believe. The idea of using the “lazy” version of a virus to destroy that virus seems too simple to be real. Genetic researchers from… Life Stages Science and Discovery http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/medical-breakthrough-using-lazy-bacteria-for-our-own-health 2009-02-23T18:39:00Z http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/video-games-using-video-games-for-disaster-relief ]]> (TrendHunter.com) Now we can finally tell everyone that all those years spent playing video games were not wasted. Thanks to disaster simulations designed by various video game companies, over 15,000 lost animals were saved… Technology Trends and Gadgets Video Games and Consoles Science and Discovery http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/video-games-using-video-games-for-disaster-relief 2009-02-23T17:39:00Z http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/iconic-radio-at-at-boombox ]]> (TrendHunter.com) So what do you buy for the ultimate Star Wars fanboy? What would be sweeter than their very own AT-AT Boombox? This piece of Imperial Swag would be a perfect addition to any Star Wars addict’s collection.… Technology Trends and Gadgets Audio Visual and Home Theater Pop Culture and Internet Trends Viral Humor and Comedy Unique and Bizarre Bizarre http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/iconic-radio-at-at-boombox 2009-02-23T17:19:54Z http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/exotic-furniture-furniture-made-from-snow ]]> (TrendHunter.com) If winter is your favorite season and an igloo is your idea of a dream home, this is the furniture for you. Design student Hongtao Zhou decided to put the Wisconsin cold to work for him and created a series… Environmental Trends Modern Art and Design Trends Design Trends Furniture Design Live Arts http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/exotic-furniture-furniture-made-from-snow 2009-02-23T16:59:58Z http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/solar-thermal-power-making-a-solar-power-grid-a-reality ]]> (TrendHunter.com) In our quest for cleaner, more reliable energy, man has looked towards the sun for a long time. The science may at last have caught up with the dream of a true solar energy grid. A new plant being constructed… Environmental Trends Modern Art and Design Trends Design Trends Science and Discovery http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/solar-thermal-power-making-a-solar-power-grid-a-reality 2009-02-21T03:19:50Z http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/space-exploration-liquid-water-found-on-mars ]]> (TrendHunter.com) Move over Jetsons and look out Marvin! NASA has found liquid water on Mars, and the rush to colonize should soon be in full swing. As soon as we figure out how to get people there without dying, anyway.… Science and Discovery Global Trends and Hip Travel Bizarre Global Trends Unique and Bizarre Bizarre http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/space-exploration-liquid-water-found-on-mars 2009-02-21T02:39:50Z http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/natural-music-the-master-of-the-musical-carrot ]]> (TrendHunter.com) For all of those people who just spent hundreds of dollars on musical instruments, you may want to stop reading now. Musician Linsey Pollak has found away to make playing music cheap and tasty. Why spend… Pop Culture and Internet Trends Music Movies and Media Modern Art and Design Trends Live Arts Lifestyle Trends Food Trends Unique and Bizarre Bizarre http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/natural-music-the-master-of-the-musical-carrot 2009-02-21T01:59:50Z http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/biotechnology-20-new-advancements-to-medical-sciences ]]> (TrendHunter.com) It appears that I am one step closer to fulfilling my dream of becoming bionic. Okay, so I won’t be running at ridiculous speeds or jumping up onto buildings anytime soon, but 2008 was a year of great… Technology Trends and Gadgets Robots Science and Discovery http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/biotechnology-20-new-advancements-to-medical-sciences 2009-02-21T01:19:51Z http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tesla-roadsters-it-is-how-eco-celebs-get-to-the-oscars ]]> (TrendHunter.com) Limos are so 2008! This year, all the hottest celebs will be showing up driving the latest in eco-chic automobiles. The Tesla Roadster is a super fast, all-electric sports car that has all of Hollywood… Auto and Motor Trends Environmental Trends Celebrity News Celebrity Products Luxury Trends Ultra Luxury http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tesla-roadsters-it-is-how-eco-celebs-get-to-the-oscars 2009-02-20T20:19:53Z http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/outrageous-architecture-the-imperial-war-museum ]]> (TrendHunter.com) I am not sure Queen Victoria would approve, but it appears that the soon-to-be-built Imperial War Museum of Great Britain will certainly open the eyes. The Royal Institute of British Architects has launched… Modern Art and Design Trends Architecture Global Trends and Hip Travel Regional Trends http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/outrageous-architecture-the-imperial-war-museum 2009-02-20T04:39:51Z http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/building-recycling-reclaiming-old-oil-rigs-for-resorts ]]> (TrendHunter.com) There is nothing hotter in the eco-chic world than taking a structure that is a blight to the eye and making it beautiful. That is exactly what Houston-based Morris Architects plans to do with the Gulf… Environmental Trends Modern Art and Design Trends Architecture Design Trends Global Trends and Hip Travel Hip Hotels and Reviews http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/building-recycling-reclaiming-old-oil-rigs-for-resorts 2009-02-20T02:19:52Z http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/power-from-shocks-mit-design-power-producing-shocks ]]> (TrendHunter.com) MIT has taken a step that will seriously increase the range of electric vehicles. If the Shock absorbers create as much power as noted in their research, they could increase the range of EVs by almost… Auto and Motor Trends Environmental Trends Science and Discovery http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/power-from-shocks-mit-design-power-producing-shocks 2009-02-18T22:59:55Z http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/biohavens-floating-islands ]]> (TrendHunter.com) Have you always wanted your own island? Did you grow up wanting to be Gilligan or Robinson Crusoe? Well here is your chance. Floating Island International makes it easy and beneficial to own your own island.… Environmental Trends Science and Discovery http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/biohavens-floating-islands 2009-02-18T19:19:55Z