Inspiring

December 25, 2025

Finland Is Redefining What a Library Can Be With Free Access to Creative Tools

Libraries have existed for about 5,000 years, evolving from ancient clay tablet archives to the public institutions we know today. But Finland takes the idea even further. There, libraries are more than places to borrow books—they’re multimedia hubs where anyone can access sewing machines, design software, recording equipment, and much more, all for free. At Helsinki’s Central Library Oodi, visitors can work or relax in the building’s third floor Book Heaven.

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December 19, 2025

Scientists and Psychologists Agree That Life Gets Better Once You Start Practicing Gratitude

While some people say their school years were the best of their lives, others believe life only gets better with age. Spanish psychologist and author Rafael Santandreu offers a different take, arguing that the “best stage” of life isn’t tied to how old you are—it begins the moment you shift your mindset toward gratitude, and that can happen at any time. “Many people think that the best stage of life is childhood or youth.

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December 17, 2025

Artist Nnena Kalu Becomes First Person With a Learning Disability To Win the Turner Prize

The Turner Prize is one of the most prestigious art awards in the world, recognizing recent developments in British art across all mediums. This year, history was made as artist Nnena Kalu became the first artist with a learning disability to win the Turner Prize. Known for work in sculpture and drawing, she walked home with a cash award of £25,000 (approximately $33,460)

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December 15, 2025

3-Year-Old Boy Becomes the World’s Youngest Chess Player To Earn an Official Rating

What were you doing when you were 3 years old? Maybe enjoying some daycare naps or mastering the crayons? Well, a toddler from India named Sarwagya Singh Kushwaha has spent his time a little differently and just became the youngest chess player to get an official rating from the International Chess Federation (FIDE) at 3 years, 7 months, and 20 days old. Sargawya started playing when he was 2.5 years old.

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My Modern Met

Celebrating creativity and promoting a positive culture by spotlighting the best sides of humanity—from the lighthearted and fun to the thought-provoking and enlightening.