We’ve lost a true legend of animation

Veteran animator, director, and storyboard artist Barry Caldwell has passed away, leaving behind an incredible legacy that helped shape some of the most beloved cartoons of all time.

Throughout his career, he worked with major studios like Filmation, Ruby-Spears, Warner Bros. Animation, Disney, and DreamWorks — bringing stories to life with unmatched creativity and heart.

His talent lives on through iconic titles such as Animaniacs, Pinky and the Brain, Tiny Toon Adventures, Osmosis Jones, Alvin and the Chipmunks, The Smurfs, and Scooby-Doo! — just a glimpse of the joy he gave to generations.

Beyond his work, he was known as a kind, generous soul and a brilliant artist who inspired everyone around him.

Thank you for the memories. Rest in peace, legend

The city asked for a barrier. He gave them creativity.

Young engineer Chukwudi Godday Eze from Enugu State went viral after building his own Mercedes-Benz G-Class-inspired SUV using mostly local materials.
What began as a teenage idea turned into a three-year project of welding, redesigning, and experimenting.

Working with limited tools, he recreated the iconic boxy SUV and made it fully functional.
His journey, shared on Instagram, gained millions of views and praise for its creativity and determination.

The downfall of creativity

A group of engineering students in Japan turned a futuristic idea into reality by creating a bicycle that can actually fly. Instead of using fuel or electric motors, the experimental vehicle runs entirely on human power. When the rider pedals, the motion spins a large propeller that generates thrust and lift, allowing the lightweight craft to briefly rise off the ground.

The flying bicycle is made with ultra-light materials like carbon fiber and aluminum to keep it as light as possible. Large wings or rotor blades help create the lift needed for flight, while the pedaling system transfers energy to the propeller, similar to how a regular bicycle chain powers the wheels.

Human-powered flight has fascinated engineers for many years. Projects like this show how smart design, lightweight materials, and efficient aerodynamics can make flight possible using only muscle power. Although these prototypes can usually fly only short distances and require careful conditions, they highlight how creativity and innovation can push the limits of what human strength can achieve.