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February 5, 2026

National Gallery Curator Is Going Viral for Bringing Gen Z Humor to Classical Art

Museums are often seen as quiet spaces defined by rules and reverence. At the National Gallery of Art in Washington, D.C., one curator is changing that perception. Through short, humorous videos, she is helping classical art reach a much younger audience. Alison Luchs, the deputy head curator of sculpture and decorative arts, has become an unexpected social media star. Her videos reframe centuries-old artworks using Gen Z humor and internet slang.

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February 1, 2026

Ventriloquist Uses Audience Members as Human Puppets for a Hilarious Spin on the Entertaining Art

Ventriloquism dates back thousands of years, entertaining (and sometimes even frightening) audiences. But ventriloquist Nina Conti seems to have introduced a hilarious twist to this millennia-old art. Rather than using a puppet or a doll, she uses actual living people, adding a layer of spontaneity to her shows that confirms her talents and quick wit, on top of being tremendously funny to watch.

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December 8, 2025

Family Plays Wholesome Prank on Grandma by Wearing Clothes From Her Closet Without Telling Her

There are many ways to honor your grandmother and let her know how much she is loved. You can pay her a visit, shower her with gifts, or even verbally express your feelings in a straight-forward manner. But where’s the fun in that?  One person named Paige Kampsen decided to show her love and gratitude by playing a wholesome yet clever prank on her grandma.

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October 16, 2025

Chicago’s Famous “Rat Hole” Was Actually Made by a Squirrel, New Research Proves

Last January, Chicago residents began flocking to an unusual site on the city’s North Side: a rodent-shaped hole embedded into a slab of concrete sidewalk. The Chicago rat hole, as it was affectionately nicknamed, quickly gained a cult following, attracting countless visitors and even offerings like coins, Swiss cheese, miniature plastic rats, and candles.

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