Gift Guide
May 16, 2025

Etsy Releases Father’s Day Gift Guide Filled With Unique Picks for Your Pops

Dads are notoriously hard to shop for. After all, what do you get for the man who says he doesn’t want anything? If you’re tired of getting gift cards and want to wrap a physical present for the greatest guy in your life, then we have a suggestion: look to Etsy! The handmade marketplace has compiled a helpful Father’s Day gift guide for dads (and grandpas) of all kinds.

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Science
May 15, 2025

Watch First-Ever Footage Captured of the Ground Shifting During a Powerful Earthquake

The destructive power of earthquakes is mostly documented in the aftermath, seen through toppled down buildings and torn up roads. However, the ground shifting had never been caught on video…until now. A security camera recorded the moment the floor cracked open and slid along a major fault line during the strong earthquake that hit Myanmar earlier this year.

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Astrophotography
May 15, 2025

Photographer Captures Close-Up Shot of Rocket Launch, But Impact Destroys His Camera Lens

When astrophotographer Andrew McCarthy attended the April 28 launch of the Project Kuiper (KA-01), he expected it to be an unforgettable event—and he was certainly correct. Before the rocket shot off into the evening, McCarthy had set up his Sony a7 II in a restricted area near the launchpad. In an Instagram post, he admitted that this was the first time he’d gotten his photography gear that close to a launch.

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Nature
May 14, 2025

Watch Sir David Attenborough’s 99 Most Iconic Moments in a 6-Hour Birthday Tribute Video

Sir David Attenborough celebrated his 99th birthday on May 8, 2025, and to honor the occasion, BBC Earth released a six-hour video compilation showcasing the legendary broadcaster, biologist, and natural historian’s 99 most iconic moments. From nail-biting hunts to touching moments between animals in the wild, the archival footage is a powerful tribute to Attenborough’s extraordinary work spanning over seven decades. The captivating collection showcases Attenborough’s unmistakable ability to blend emotion and education in storytelling.

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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.