Endangered Animals
February 21, 2025

Adorable Marsupial Who Nearly Went Extinct in South Australia Is Now Making a Comeback

With its miniature kangaroo looks, the brush-tailed bettong is about as cute—and rare—as they come. The bettong carry their young in pouches much like kangaroos, but when faced with a predator they differ. When in danger, the animal ejects their joey from protection and flees in the opposite direction. A surprisingly brutal instinct, yes, but also a tactic for survival honed over generations.

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Endangered Animals
February 20, 2025

Monarch Butterfly Population Is Near a 30-Year Record Low in North America

The monarch butterfly is a symbol of change, both literally and metaphorically. Their migration heralds the oncoming cold months, while their metamorphosis from caterpillar to delicate winged insect signals wonderful transformation. With unique orange and black wings, monarchs are one of nature’s premier works of art, a sight to behold if you’re lucky enough to see them out in nature.

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Painting
February 20, 2025

Large-Scale Paintings of Ethereal Women Celebrate Raw Beauty Inspired by Motherhood [Interview]

Becoming a mother isn’t simply a bodily transformation, but a creative one as well. This is a sensation with which Caroline Wendelin is deeply familiar. Before the birth of her first child, the Marbella-based painter maintained a commercial edge to her practice, primarily producing pop art pieces. It was motherhood, she claims, that eventually prompted her to reassess the authenticity of her work and reimagine her artistic practice.

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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.