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AUGUST 11, 2010 (Map) Where The Money Is Richard Florida and Charlotta Mellander recently created an interesting graphic of pay levels across all U.S. metro regions.   Crowdsourced Creative Problem Solving frogMob, a new website/research initiative by Frog Design showcases user-generated galleries of ingenuity.   (Pics) Holstee's Recycled Wallet Made out of waste material, the production of this item provides fair wage employment and subsidizes healthcare and education for each employee's family.   Sustrans Helps Reclaim Community Streets In The UK A group aims to make neighborhood roads safer and more enjoyable for members of the community.   (Pics) Seat Buddy: Mobile iPhone Viewing Station A simple, but innovative case that offers protection, and a convenient way to watch content.   What Will Replace 3D Printing? Researchers are already working on a replacement for the increasingly popular technology, using special universal building blocks called Voxels.   The Appeal Of Logo-less Luxury According to a study published in The Journal of Consumer Research, consumers prefer their high-end fashion products to have a less conspicuous brand presence, but more distinctive design features.   Intelligent Vending Machine Suggests Drink Selections The Japanese device detects a customer's sex and age to make personal recommendations.   Monitoring Environmental Conditions For Better Health How can we better monitor the spaces we live in for potential health risks?   A Better Creative Brief For The Post Digital Age Goodby's Gareth Kay suggests different ways to think about modern communication strategies.   (Future of Health) Asha Reunites Refugees Across The World As part of the Future of Health report published last week, we talked to the creators of a phone-based app which helps bring together families torn apart by disasters and conflict.   (Headlines) Kids & E-Learning, Compulsory Exercises In Beijing & A New Agency For Yahoo A selection of relevant and noteworthy news headlines we've collected from around the world.   PSFK SALON DETROIT With Syfy Speaker Interview: Advanced Energy Group Milan Stevanovich and Jeremy Eckhous talk about "creating sustainable and renewable economic realities for urban areas."   (Pic) Remanufactured In The USA Should consumers focus on local re-producers to help us reuse products?   (Pic) Is The Pop-Up Store The New Clearance Sale? A sign on 5th Avenue tries to attract shoppers' attention.   Feel-O-Meter: An Emotional Lighthouse Artist Julius von Bismarck's interactive artwork mimics the current mood of the people around it.   Monocolumn: Bilawal Bungle It was not merely the rain that dampened Pakistan president Asif Ali Zardari's rally this weekend in Birmingham, England.   Future Of Health: Dr. Jay Parkinson On Real Lifestyle Change & Global Well-Being As part of our Future of Health report, PSFK talked to Dr. Jay Parkinson, a physician working to bring good ideas in preventative medicine and healthy living to the front of the public mind.   Personal Satellites Becoming More Feasible Smartphones and unconventional toy parts are the main components of these low cost devices.   Digital Magazines: Is The Desktop Dead? Eddie Brannan explains why agencies need to create immersive aspirational worlds in a post-print environment.   Bill Gates: The Internet Will Replace Universities The chairman of Microsoft shares his views on the future of education.   Token Multitouch Screen: A Sneak Peek At The Future Of DJing? A glass surface uses special MIDI controller software and projected video to create a DJ control panel.   George Parker: CEO As God! George Parker is the perpetrator ofadscam.typepad.com. Every week he shares his opinions on the advertising world with PSFK.   (Pics) Artist Creates Pool Filled With Homemade Cola Mike Bouchet recently tried to make a childhood dream a reality with a unique art installation.   Using Improvisational Theatre As Therapy A pilot program is using a theatrical element for improving the lives of early stage Alzheimer's patients.   More Recent Articles Cadbury's Spots V Stripes: 10 Pocketgame Finalists JobPrize: Peer To Peer Recruiting The Need For Air Conditioning Innovation Assistive Technology: Disabled Individuals Interact With The World Through Intuitive Natural Actions Data Visualization And Social Media Connect Social Enterprising Businesses	PSFK.com is the go to source for new ideas for tens of thousands of creative professionals each day. We aim to inspires our readers, guests and clients to make things better.  Our events and trends research and innovationconsultancy also provide new inspiration too. About PSFK Reach thousands of forward-thinking readers every day. Advertise here
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