Thursday, July 2, 2009

Around the Web: MJ's Influence + Horrible Summer Movies

Michael Jackson's life in pictures. Jackson’s impact on fashion and culture is yet another reason to appreciate the artist. [via Essence]

Maybe you can’t nail it to a tree, but Jell-O certainly serves a higher purpose with these creations, part of Brooklyn’s Jell-O mold competition. [via Lemondrop]

A peek at up and coming designers to watch, who come form all over the globe and mix ethnic and tribal elements with chic to create fresh looks. [via Clutch Magazine]

Another artist tragically dies: After being diagnosed with cancer just five days before, modern choreographer Pina Bausch passed away. Her disturbing and innovative works will not lost their impact and influence anytime soon. [via The Frisky]

As Transformers 2 floods the box office for no good reason, a list of the top ten worst summer blockbusters, complete with critics’ scathing one-liners. [via The Daily Beast]

The ban on funding for abortion, domestic partnering, and other social issues in D.C. may be lifted, due to a new appropriations bill introduced in the House of Representatives. [via Feministing]

--Allison Geller

Photo: Essence

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