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December 25, 2025

Astronaut Debuts a New Geometrical Shape That Can Only Be Achieved in Space

Space gives astronauts unique chances to test out things in an environment that is completely different from Earth, resulting in priceless insights for math and science. One such experiment was carried out by Hungarian astronaut and mission specialist Tibor Kapu aboard the International Space Station (ISS) earlier this year and led to a math breakthrough. Known as a soft cell, this brand-new geometrical shape has no sharp corners and can only be achieved in microgravity.

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December 24, 2025

12-Year-Old Student Compares Having Autism to Being Like a “Limited Edition LEGO Set”

While books and studies can offer information, there’s really no better way to understand autism than to listen to people with autism. It can be difficult to put into words how someone with autism experiences the world, but one Sydney-based kid named Leo recently delivered a powerful speech that brilliantly explains his neurodivergent mind. Being neurodivergent isn’t a bad thing. It simply means experiencing the world differently—and 12-year-old Leo agrees.

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December 23, 2025

Colorful Field of 8,800 Mirrored Flowers Celebrates the Diversity of the Netherlands

During Dutch Design Week 2025, Ulrike Jurklies and Paul Bas of studio mo man tai presented Reflecting Diverseness, a vibrant installation made up of 8,800 mirrored flowers crafted from upcycled waste materials. Each flower represents one in every 2,000 Dutch residents, coming together to form a colorful portrait of a society that is richly diverse and interconnected.

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December 23, 2025

These Online Art Classes Make Great Last-Minute Gifts (And They’re on Sale)

The holidays are here. Have you finished your shopping yet? If not, we’re here to help. Our e-learning platform My Modern Met Academy is just the gift for the creative person in your life. And we’ve made it as easy as clicking a button, making it the perfect last-minute gift. All you need to do is check the box at checkout indicating that the course is a gift, and we’ll take care of the rest.

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