Posts by Anna Gragert

Photography
December 28, 2015

Eye-Opening Photos Reveal How Refugee Children Today Are Same as Those From World War II

Amidst the tragic aftermath of World War II, European children were unprepared to face the famine and disease that became an unavoidable part of their lives. With these devastating consequences before them, the United Nations aimed to provide this defenseless part of the population with the food, clothing, and healthcare they'd need to survive. Luckily, UNICEF–a humanitarian organization founded by the United Nations in 1946–has worked to give every child a fighting chance.

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Cityscape Photography
December 26, 2015

Stunning Tokyo Cityscapes Resemble Computer-Generated Works of Art

Atop Tokyo's Roppongi Hills tower, visitors are greeted with views so breathtaking, they look as though they're computer generated. The towering sky deck, located 820 feet above sea level, may account for these impressively picturesque cityscapes. Thanks to the tower's spectacular height, photographers are able to capture more than just the streets of Tokyo.

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Photography
December 23, 2015

Ballet Dancers Gracefully Reinterpret Queen’s "Bohemian Rhapsody"

Queen's iconic “Bohemian Rhapsody” has delighted listeners for 40 years and the English National Ballet decided to mark this special occasion by doing something extra special, as only their company can. Though this popular tune may not seem like ideal dancing material, the ballet's lead principal Erina Takahashi and first soloist James Forbat defy all expectations. Through their expressive movements and perfect posture, the duo manages to convey the inherent energy in “Bohemian Rhapsody.

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Wedding
December 22, 2015

Couples Can Now Get Married in the Middle of the Indian Ocean

For couples looking to get married at the Four Seasons Resort Maldives at Landaa Giraavaru, one thing's for certain: they definitely won't need to bring something blue. In the middle of the Indian Ocean, the resort's engaged guests can now say their vows in a freestanding, glass-bottomed pavilion. The couple and their (at most)

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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.