Environment

September 9, 2015

13 Iridescent Clouds That Light up the Sky with Colorful Rainbows

In the late afternoon, on a hot and humid day, you might look up and be lucky enough to catch a glimpse of iridescent clouds that gleam with the colors of the rainbow. The rare phenomenon occurs when sunlight diffracts off of uniformly sized water droplets in the atmosphere, scattering different amounts of sunlight, with different colors being deflected by different amounts.

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February 27, 2014

Well-Camouflaged Soldiers Make Themselves Hard to Find

While Simon Menner’s series Camouflage Extended might appear as friendly photos of the German Alps, there’s actually a hidden sniper every picture. Menner worked closely with the German Army to produce these incredible images that highlight the art of camouflage. Wearing special clothing designed with specific patterns, the soldiers concealed themselves to blend in with the surrounding landscape. They did such an amazing job that it’s hard to spot them unless you look very carefully.

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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.