ELEVATOR | 01.02.25

How an Experiment to Amplify Light in Hospital Operating Rooms Led to the Accidental Invention of the Snow Globe ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌

@thatsmallsguy w/ @elloneilll   How an Experiment to Amplify Light in Hospital Operating Rooms Led to the Accidental Invention of the Snow Globe We recently got back the metal that had been screwed into our arm earlier this year. “It’s in 70% alcohol,” the technician explained, handing us a jar. Naturally, we joked, “Should we drink it?” The look we got said no. Now we’re stuck contemplating: Frame it? Let it float in liquid forever? Or... maybe turn it into something nostalgic and decorative?  Which brings us to the snow globe idea.   Here’s Why Workplace Life Insurance Might Not Be Enough [Partner]  Unexpected events shouldn't leave your loved ones financially exposed. And while employer coverage is a nice perk, it usually only offers 2x your salary – far below the recommended 10-15x for real security (especially with dependents). Term life insurance can bridge the gap with customizable, affordable plans. Money’s Best Life Insurance list can help you find coverage starting at just $7/month, providing the peace of mind your family deserves.  Take the first step today.   LEARN MORE   14 Underrated Movies of 2024 You’re the friend with all the under-the-radar picks. Music. Movies. Restaurants. You’ve cornered the market on cool. No one’s challenging your crown here, but we stumbled across a list that might keep your streak alive. Take it. Make it yours. Keep the recommendations flowing.  We’ll just leave it here.   At 445 Days, 46 BCE Was the Longest Year in History Imagine like 80 more days of 2024. Could you do it? Sure. But how would we reset our perpetual watches? Let alone the Calendar app layout? How would that work? Wasn’t easy back then, either. The year 46 BCE is sometimes referred to as annus confusionis, or the year of confusion.  Why? What did you think annus referred to?   The Best Hotels and Resorts in Europe and the UK: The Gold List 2025 Yesterday, we brought you InsideHook’s Best 100 Hotels list. Wasn’t enough? Got it. Let’s raise the stakes: Condé Nast Traveller’s Gold List with a European slant. Think Spain, Italy, France, and Greece. Whether you’re dreaming or booking, this list has you covered.  Hook. Line. Sinker.   The Mixer Why do you always need to pee when you go outside in cold weather? The most popular street foods around the world. Seven ways to wake yourself up when you’re tired (that don’t involve caffeine). The biggest free concert in history. A guide to wingtip shoes. The hidden history of pneumatic tubes. The link between driving and unhappiness. The shape-shifting weekender you've been dreaming of.* *Partner     /GTFO @joonaslinkola | Ylläs, Finland     Our Gentleman's Agreement We'll keep the free daily newsletters coming. You share with a friend if you're enjoying. Capeesh? Forward to a friend.   Love Elevator? You’ll probably dig our other newsletters too. Check out Shift, Jimmy, and Blazer.   Let's Partner Put your brand in front of 800,000 passionate Elevator readers. Get in touch.   Send us a tip    |    Editorial Policy   |    Advertise     @2025 Rotary Digital 300 Witherspoon St Suite 201 Princeton NJ 08542     Preferences  |  Unsubscribe