Crafts
April 3, 2026

Hand-Painted Ceramics Capture the Magic and Mystery of Mermaids With Golden Accents

Ukraine-based ceramic artist Iuliia Osoka creates whimsical mugs, plates, and more inspired by the enchanting world of mermaids. Working in porcelain, she hand-paints each piece with intricate illustrations of flowing figures drifting through blue surfaces that evoke the mystery of the sea. Osoka combines several techniques to bring her storybook ceramics to life.

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Creative Products
April 2, 2026

Clever Tissue Box Turns Tissues Into the Flowing Skirt of a Ballerina Every Time You Pull One Out

There are hundreds of creative products to decorate your home, but very few venture into the realm of optical illusions. One of the best items to achieve this isn’t a top-of-the-line gadget or a modern appliance; instead, it’s a humble tissue box cover. And the trick is so captivating that it’ll have you coming back for more—literally. This cleverly designed tissue box looks like a mini stage you can place on your counter or nightstand.

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Photo Contest
April 2, 2026

Top 10 Favorite Bird Videos From the Latest Audubon Photography Awards

It’s one thing to see a photo of a bird, frozen in time. It’s another to see the creature moving within its own habitat. Through video, we can witness how exactly they flap their wings, move their heads, and interact with the world around them. The Audubon Photography Awards gives us a peek into birds across the United States, Canada, and, in the contest’s 16th year, Chile and Colombia.

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Entertainment
April 1, 2026

Miss Grand Thailand Contestant Goes Viral for Unexpectedly Dancing for the Camera

Beauty pageants may reward poise and looks; but, if the Miss Grand Thailand contest is any indication, the way to truly leave your mark is to be yourself. We first saw contestant Kamolwan Chanago gracefully recover from her veneers mishap onstage. Now, another participant named Darathorn Yoothong has made waves around the world for her unabashed, high-energy dancing.

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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.