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Instagram has implemented a change to its text logo, which is displayed at the top of both the application and the website. The previous, more cursive font has been replaced by characters with a considerably more traditional format.

Adam Mosseri, who is responsible for Instagram, justified the update in a post on the social network, stating that the text logo at the top of the app had not been changed for ten years, making modernization necessary. He described the new look as cleaner and more contemporary, while maintaining references to the original design, aiming to convey the simplicity and artisanal touch that has always characterized Instagram.

The new emblem, presented by Mosseri, has a more minimalist and modern appearance, using sans-serif typography. Although the executive mentioned references to the initial version, he likely refers to the letters 's', 'g', and 'r', which retained a less conventional design, featuring curves that evoke a cursive font.

Historically, the first text logo of Instagram, launched in 2010, used a handwritten font. An initial modification occurred in 2013 when Meta (then known as Facebook) began to soften the letter strokes, followed by minor adjustments in subsequent years. The logo's appearance remained unchanged since 2016.

It is important to note that the graphic icon of Instagram has remained constant. Its early iterations were quite detailed, reminiscent of an instant camera, following the trend of skeuomorphism of the time. In 2016, Meta made a drastic redesign, simplifying it to just the basic lines of body, lens, and viewfinder on an orange-to-purple gradient background. The most recent adjustment occurred in 2022, introducing lighter and more saturated colors.

The new visual identity generated diverse reactions in the comments section of Mosseri's post. One user expressed doubt about the letters referencing the old design, suggesting it looked like 'Irvstagzam', while other comments included 'Instagzam' and 'Instazam'. Other expressions included phrases such as 'if it ain't broke, don't fix it' and 'I had a stroke looking at this'. However, there were also users who praised the change, such as one who commented: 'Congratulations to the design team! It looks familiar and updated at the same time!'

An old photograph shows the Netherlands Bank building, located at 303 Anton Lembede Street (formerly Smith Street) in Durban. The building was completed in 1965. It was designed by the renowned architect Norman Eaton and is considered his last masterpiece before his death, widely recognized as one of the finest examples of South African modern architecture.

The building is famous for its cubic form. The structure rises on a pedestal of rough travertine, which incorporates integrated urban fountains and greenery. The central banking hall is surrounded by an iconic green ceramic filigree screen designed to protect against strong sunlight. Furthermore, it features a well-known rooftop garden with various plant species and sculptures, offering panoramic views of the city.

Dr. Doreen Edith Grig, author of many standard reference books documenting the country's cultural heritage, described the structure as 'the Fabergé of buildings, a completely personal concept, meticulously and beautifully designed by one of this country's best architects.'

The contemporary appearance of the building on Anton Lembede Street was noted by William Holford, a British architect and urban planner born in South Africa, who called it 'Eaton's most complete, most perfect project' and 'one of the most charming modern buildings in the world.'

Architect Joshua Montile shares his impressions of the building: 'Located in the heart of Durban's business district, near the Town Hall and overshadowed by its imposing neighbors, stands an architectural masterpiece created by one of South Africa's most famous and revered architects.' He recounted seeing the Netherlands Bank building for the first time in his second year of architectural studies. 'It is strange that this four-story building is easily lost among its towering surroundings. I stood across the street, watching people find moments of tranquility among the trees and bubbling fountains at its base.'

Montile added that this moment left an indelible impression, and as he studied the building and its legendary designer Norman Eaton, his interest only grew. Montile notes that Eaton, born in Pretoria in 1902, possessed immense artistic talent, a unique vision, and strong idealism. His works combined elements of modernism with regionalism. As the late South African artist Alexis Preller observed, 'certain words constantly sounded from his mouth... delicate, simple, sensitive, and individual.' Eaton's works always showed deep appreciation for African design and the inspiration contained in the continent's architecture, artifacts, and natural beauty.

At the age of nineteen, Archana Puran Singh left Dehradun with only one suitcase and a dream. This was followed by a forty-year journey that included auditions, iconic roles, television work, image imposition, online trolling, anxiety, and deeply personal trials.

Nevertheless, throughout all these stages, she constantly proved that she was much more than the labels people put on her. Becoming one of India's most recognizable television personalities, Archana learned to cope with the pressure of fame and public opinion, constantly choosing a path of development.

She transformed rejections into resilience, criticism into motivation, and any stereotypes into an additional reason to move forward. Her story goes beyond a mere career in the entertainment industry; it is a narrative of self-improvement without allowing others' perceptions to define her identity.

To see how Archana Puran Singh continued to choose growth both on screen and in life, one should watch the full story.