Tattoos
January 4, 2017

29 Museum-Worthy Tattoos Inspired by Art History

Great works of art are timeless, transcending the artists who created them. Think about paintings like Da Vinci’s Mona Lisa or Van Gogh’s Starry Night—they're permanently embedded into our memories. Their beauty and cultural significance inspires us in our everyday lives and often in ways you might not expect. As tattoos grow increasingly popular, people are using their skin to honor art history.

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Animals
January 3, 2017

Adorable Two-Faced Cat Is a Purrfect Feline Version of Batman’s Two-Face

Meet Yana, the two-faced cat with a heart of gold! Like many particularly precious pets, this cat has amassed an impressive Instagram following. Unlike most Insta-famous animals, however, the Minsk-based Yana is popular thanks to a genetic abnormality. Known as a chimera, the fascinating feline has cells from different zygotes, resulting in a unique coloring and stunning “two-faced” appearance. While there is nothing unusual about the fur that covers the her body, the captivating calico cat's face is a different story.

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Design
January 2, 2017

21 Informative Maps That Will Change Your Worldview

We love a good map. Especially one that will make you think twice about the world around you. More than just helping you move from place to place, maps are a great means to easily view information. Wondering what countries are more populous than Bangladesh? Or curious about how many female parliament members there are globally? Luckily, there is something for everyone.

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Art
December 31, 2016

Cinematic Illustrations Reimagine Epic Movie Battles as Stormtroopers vs. Aliens

Who doesn't love a good movie mashup? Taking a page from the classic Godzilla versus King Kong, Spanish illustrator Guillem H. Pongiluppi has pitted two epic legends of science fiction against each other in a ferocious battle. Darth Vader and his 501st legion of Stormtroopers take on the creatures of Alien in a rivalry that is evenly matched.

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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.