Art
January 7, 2017

16th Century Gothic Boxwood Miniatures With Extremely Detailed Carvings

Toward the end of the Middle Ages, artists and architects commissioned by the Catholic Church continued to work in the Gothic style. Today, this iconic movement is predominantly praised for the towering spires and sky-high stained glass windows of its gorgeous cathedrals. However, not all Gothic masterpieces were larger-than-life; some, like this captivating collection of 16th century Gothic boxwood miniatures, can even fit in the palm of your hand!

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Environment
January 4, 2017

Ingenious Bowl-Shaped Roof Collects Rainwater to Provide Natural Cooling

Based out of Tehran, BMDesign Studios is used to facing complex issues that come with living in an arid environment. With precipitation one-third of the world average, and evaporation three times higher, the firm has devised a double-roof system to solve the water scarcity problem. The Concave Roof consists of an elegant, bowl-shaped structure atop a domed roof.

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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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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.