Glow News
The Glow Company is proud to bring you Glow in the Dark News. Glow News aims to bring you up to date with all the happenings in the World according to glow. This can range from new Glow in the Dark products, interesting developments in the world of glow, Glow in the Dark fashion and celebrity trends to the downright bizarre... Glow in the Dark animals anyone?
Read on and be amazed by the fascinating world of Glow News...
Muse’s Matt Bellamy Lights Up Manchester - 7th August 2010
As you can imagine, Glow Company employees are a pretty social bunch and love nothing more than going to a huge music event, and that’s just what happened last weekend.
Holy Lava Lamps! - 3rd September 2010
The Holy Mother and her baby Jesus have been claimed to have popped up in some bizarre places...slice of toast anyone? But non more so than this latest claim. John Smith of Sydney Australia claims to have witnessed the image of the Virgin Mary holding baby Jesus inside his lava lamp!
Home windows could soon double up as solar panels - 31st August 2010
A solar film is currently in development by Norwegian Company EnSol AS and a team of scientists at Leicester University.
Glow on TV! - 27th August 2010
The Glow Company is proud to be associated with hit Sky 1 music talent show Must Be The Music this Sunday night.
Solar Energy set to be up to 40% more efficient - 24th August 2010
Solar panels are set to become up to 40% more efficient using technology originally designed by NASA for use on their Mars Rover space vehicles.
Natural Glowstick discovered in Alaska - 20th August 2010
When you go down to the woods today you’re sure of a big surprise...or at least that was the case for Alaskan local Samuel Holes. No, he didn’t encounter a teddy bears picnic, but he did stumble across a naturally occurring glowstick.
Lava Lamps on Tour - 18th August 2010
Lava lamps are well known for their funky retro looks and mesmerising effects and are currently enjoying a huge resurgence in popularity; a fact not overlooked by indie band The Fratellis.
UV light used to sterilise drinking water - 16th August 2010
New and upcoming technology has proven a huge success in helping the developing world to sustain itself and this latest innovation could be one of the biggest life savers yet.
City of York Celebrates Life with a Mass Chinese Lantern Launch - 13th August 2010
A group of organisers in the City of York responsible for a recent mass pillow fight and an upcoming Hippy Picnic amongst other fun occasions in the city have confirmed their next big event...The Night of a Thousand Lanterns.
Look to the Skies This Week for Spectacular Meteor Showers - 11th August 2010
Watch the skies this week for fabulous light displays courtesy of the Perseids meteor shower. Set to peak this Thursday, the clear night skies will allow the UK to witness as many as 100 shooting stars an hour during an amazing show with meteors hitting the Earth at 140,000 mph before they burn up in our atmosphere.
School Holiday Fun with Glowsticks - 9th August 2010
Glowsticks are fun and pretty versatile in their uses; use them for parties, concerts, decorations or as safety beacons...or you could make your own fireflies with them!
Lead the Fashion pack with Glow in the Dark Clothes and Accessories - 6th August 2010
Glow in the dark clothing and accessories are all the rage at the moment, with Katy Perry gracing the red carpet in a glowing dress, Jimmy Choo selling light up shoes and Stella McCartney designing glow in the dark running gear for adidas the fashion world has finally discovered what we knew all along….that glow in the dark is incredible fun!
Light Up Your Evening with a Good Book - 4th August 2010
Ever since the release of the Kindle and more recently the iPad, the debate has been as to whether books are set to go the same way as CD’s. E-books are taking the world by storm which has been leaving the trusty old hardback a little redundant.
Glowing Fruit? - 2nd August 2010
Boffins have now discovered that the nation’s favourite fruit, the banana glows bright blue under UV/blacklight!
Glowing Frog Lives Hoppily Ever After - 30th July 2010
Sometimes nature gives us the most amazing opportunities for photography, and this little one did just that when, hunting for flies, the small Cuban Tree Frog bit off more than it could chew!
Diamonds Glow Forever - 28th July 2010
Did you know that some diamonds actually give off a glow under UV or blacklight? If you’re lucky enough to be sporting diamond jewelry have a look next time you’re in a pub, club or UV/blacklight environment, does yours glow?
Glow in the Dark iPhone 4 - 26th July 2010
Since its release on the 24th of June the iPhone 4 has been at the top of most people’s wish list. Smooth and sleek in design, it is a thing of technological beauty. We however think that anything can be improved upon with a little glow in the dark magic and it seems we’re not alone.
Stella McCartney Brings Glow to Sportswear - 23rd July 2010
Established and leading fashion designer Stella McCartney has been designing a successful sports wear range for leading brand adidas for some time now and has just been named by adidas as Olympic Creative Director in charge of designing Team GB’S 2012 Olympic athletics kit.
Cancer Research 5k Race 4 Life? Successfully Done! - 21st July 2010
I posted last Friday (16th June) that I was running the Race 4 Life in Rotherham on Sunday 18th July in aid of Cancer Research, and promised an update the following Monday. (Apologies for the delay in the update, I’ve been furiously hunting down my camera lead so that I can post some pics for you).
Colour Change Bandage Alerts to Infection - 19th July 2010
British Scientists are currently working on an amazing colour change bandage that alerts to infection prompting the release of life saving antibiotics.
I’m running the Cancer Research Race for Life! - 16th July 2010
Inspired by all of our amazing customers out there who’re undertaking various activities for charity, I’ve decided to pull on my trainers and am running the Race for Life this Sunday 18th July in Rotherham, South Yorks.
Ultra Violet Used to Help the Big Clean Up - 16th July 2010
Usually the tool of forensic scientists of nightclub bouncers, UV light emitted from specific UV torches is proposed to be used to help in the big clean up from the Gulf oil spill.
Rise and Shine! - 14th July 2010
Another amazing picture has been released by those lucky astronauts up there on the International Space Station who’re seeing our beautiful world in all its glory. Their latest offering is of night shining clouds illuminated by the rising sun, and I’m sure you’ll agree, the effects are stunning.
Tonight’s Gonna be a Good Night! - 13th July 2010
This month is Anti Boredom month so why not through a glow party just like Fergie and co in this Black Eyed Peas video for their hit "I’ve got a feeling".
Solar Lamps Help Battle Deadly Killer - 9th July 2010
A solar lantern company was recently awarded the Ashden Award for Sustainable Energy for "its passion and dedication to the cause of ridding the developing world of the health and pollution problems associated with the use of kerosene lighting".
Solar plane touches down after 26 hour flight - 8th July 2010
The Solar Impulse plane successfully touched down at 8am (BST) this morning in Switzerland after completing a 26 hour flight powered completely by solar power! The first solar plane to achieve such a feat, it certainly paves the way for future sustainably powered aviation.
Glow Company Customers Reach Dizzy Heights! - 7th July 2010
Jenni Richards a first year Geography student at Edinburgh University has a background in fundraising, and is now due to undertake her most ambitious project yet; to scale to the summit of the mighty Mount Kilimanjaro.
Glowing Money - 5th July 2010
Ever on the lookout for developments in the world of glow, we've come across a fantastic innovation; Glowing Money!
Sustainable Energy That's Out of This World! - 2nd July 2010
The Glow Company loves using solar power as an energy source for beautiful lighting products and amazing gadgetry, but even we couldn't conceive this one...
Ooooooo You’re Glowing! - 1st July 2010
You’re glowing! Ever heard that one before? Well now it seems that there may be some truth in that statement as Japanese Scientists at the Tohoku Institute of Technology have finally managed to prove human bioluminescence. To you and me, that means we glow!
The Free Range Festival was a Glowing Success! - 28th June 2010
The Glow Company recently lent their support to the Free Range Festival based in Leicester, over the May Bank Holiday...
The Southern Lights Captured from Above - 25th June 2010
The Southern Lights were out in force over the last week with stunning photos released by NASA from above the beautiful phenomenon. Usually seen from below as we look into the night sky, astronauts have captured the stunning green lights from the International Space Station whilst over the Southern Indian Ocean.
Venetian Blinds that Light Your Room at Night - 23rd June 2010
Innovative design is looking to greener ways to light your home and Greener Gadgets entrant Vincent Gerkens is onto a winner with the Blight.
Look Out for a Green Comet in Tonight's Skies - 22nd June 2010
Look to the skies tonight to catch a glimpse of a new bright green comet that will become visible over the UK tonight as it leaves our solar system forever.
Solar Technology Helps Times Square Glow Efficiently - 18th June 2010
A modern symbol of the American Dream, Times Square has become an unwitting tourist attraction for its high energy and bright lights. A huge display of neon, LED and light up technology, love it or loathe it, Times Square certainly arouses debate.
Glow Sofas; Italian Style with Added Glow - 16th June 2010
If you thought we'd gone a little overboard with glow in the dark wallpaper, brace yourself for our latest finding; glow in the dark sofas!
The Glow Company Supports the New Forest Charity Walk - 14th June 2010
The Glow Company is happy to be supporting the New Forest Charity Walk event due to take place this Saturday 19th of June at the New Forest Showground, Brokenhurst from 9am. The event has been organised by a team of four who aim to raise £10k for the Help for Heroes and Cancer Research UK charities.
UV wristbands could mean the end of sunburn - 11th June 2010
Sunburn is no laughing matter. Ridiculously painful and extremely bad for your skin, sunburn has been identified as one of the key causes of skin cancer. Thankfully then, boffins have created the UV SunSense wristband which alerts you to your exposure to the Sun.
First Glow in the Dark Giant Squid Sightings! - 9th June 2010
The stuff of old fashioned horror movies, and depending upon who you talk to the reality's just as unnerving! We'd prefer to think of the giant monster sized glow in the dark Dana Octopus Squid as an elegant and quite literally stunning marine animal.
Say goodbye to lightbulbs - 7th June 2010
Could this be the future of homelighting? Welsh company Lomox have been developing organic LED technology to create a light emitting wall covering. The chemical coating can be applied to walls either as wallpaper, or can be directly painted on, resulting in walls that illuminate your room projecting an even glow that mimics sunlight!
Glow in the Dark Bombs Distract Predators 2nd June 2010
The Ocean's are teeming with glow in the dark creatures using natural bioluminescence as part of their mating, communications, and feeding rituals and now a new species of little critters has been discovered that release tiny balloon like structures that glow in the dark to distract predators from their presence.
The Glow Company Supports the Twilight Run Bright for Sight - 28th May 2010
The Glow Company is proud to be associated with the Twilight Run Bright for Sight at the Alton Towers theme park on Sat 9th October.
Pillow Talk connects you with your lover - 26th May 2010
Pillows have long been the cuddle substitute for an absent lover; however this new invention certainly takes the old pillow hug to the next level.
Improve your game with a round of night golf - 24th May 2010
Golf enthusiasts are notorious for their dedication to the game, but even they can't change daylight hours to squeeze in a few more holes. It might not surprise you to learn then, that a new craze is sweeping the golf world... night golf.
Glowing Tide - 21st May 2010
This incredible sight was caught by photographer Phil Hart in the Gippsland Lakes in Southern Australia. This natural phenomenon really does look incredible.
The Glow Company Support the Free Range Festival
The Glow Company are proud to be associated with the Free Range Festival taking place near Leicester on 29th - 31st May.
Glow in the Dark Monkeys Pass Gene on to Their Offspring
Scientists in Japan have been working hard to produce genetically modified Marmoset monkeys that glow in the dark when exposed to UV light.
Harbouring a love of all things glow?
How about glow in the dark wallpaper? How far can you take your love of glowing décor? Glow in the dark wallpaper is now available courtesy of Scottish designer Johanna Basford.
What makes fireflies glow in the dark?
Fireflies are one of natures few creatures that glow naturally without simply reflecting external light such as moonlight. Used throughout their lifetimes from larvae right through to being a mature bug, the chemical glow is used as a warning signal to predators, to warn of toxicity or simply bad taste, after all, who wants to eat something that glows?
Colour lights leading the way
As LED colour lighting becomes increasingly popular, designers are developing new and unusual ways in which to display colour and light.
Belgian designer Maarten De Ceulaer presented his new lighting project Colour Lights at the Spazio Rossana Orlandi during the Solone del Mobile in April.
Glow in the dark technology helps with the fight against cancer.
We've recently stumbled across an incredibly interesting article released by Vanderbilt University Medical Centre in Nashville, Tennesee. Stick with the medical talk, the article gives an interesting insight into how glow in the dark and fluorescent technology can aid Doctors in the detection of cancerous cells in the body...
Katy Perry lights up the MET ball
Katy Perry's rapidly becoming the self appointed ambassador of glow. First it was glow in the dark Jimmy Choo shoes, and yesterday (4th May) she attended the Metropolitan Museum of Art party in New York City in a floor length gown designed by London fashion brand CuteCircuit.
Glow in the dark Salamanders? Cool!
The Glow Company found this incredibly interesting article on the Connecticut College website and thought we'd bring it to you
Ever wondered what makes blacklights glow in the dark?
Ever wondered what makes blacklights glow in the dark?
Illuminating Art
The Glow Company are proud to be associated with Artificial Light, the light art festival organised by students at the Arts University College Bournemouth; Lumenortis. Artificial Light took place last weekend Sat 24th April in Bournemouth and was a major success for the group.
Light up the night in your bra! The Moonwalk is nearly here...
The Glow Company would like to say good luck to all the ladies taking part in the Playtex Moonwalk coming up in London on Saturday 15th May. The breast cancer awareness event sees thousands of women come together to walk either the Full Moon 26.2 miles, or the Half Moon 13.1 miles across London at night. Last year they managed to raise £8,763,465 for cancer charities, that's some act to follow!
Outdoor camping fun, let's glow outdoors
The Glow Company is proud to introduce the Glow Tent. The latest must have item when taking part in outdoor activities; the Glow Tent is an outstanding combination of practicality and fun.
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