Comics
February 10, 2025

Artist Celebrates Birth of His Third Child in Ongoing Comic Series About Parenthood

Illustrator Yehuda Devir is known for capturing the humor and warmth of everyday family life in his ongoing comic series, One of Those Days. When we last featured his work in 2020, he was illustrating heartwarming moments with his wife and their then 1-year-old daughter. Nearly five years later, Devir’s family has grown, and the couple are now proud parents of three adorable children.

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Books
February 8, 2025

Organic Beauty of Frank Lloyd Wright’s Fallingwater Celebrated in New Coffee Table Book

In 1935, Frank Lloyd Wright designed what would become his triumph in organic architecture. Towering above the waterfalls of Bear Run, in southwestern Pennsylvania, Fallingwater is a dramatic response to the natural world, as evidenced by its status as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Now, the international treasure is also the subject of an upcoming book published by Rizzoli. Fallingwater: Living With and In Art weaves a rich narrative about Wright’s masterpiece.

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Astronomy
February 7, 2025

Astronomers Discover Football Field-Sized Asteroid That May Strike Earth in 2032

Astronomers recently identified an asteroid that has a small chance of striking Earth on December 22, 2032. The space rock, known as 2024 YR4, is about 130 feet to about 300 feet in diameter—making it about as big as a football field. So far, scientists say there is no cause for concern yet, but they will keep a close eye on it to rule out any dangers.

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Good News
February 7, 2025

FireAid Benefit Concert Raises Over $1 Million To Rebuild LA After Wildfires

Last month’s devastating LA wildfires led to over 16,000 homes and buildings being reduced to ash, leaving many families without shelter. In the aftermath, a wave of support emerged, with initiatives like GoFundMe pages, free meal distributions, and even artistic contributions aimed at helping those affected. On January 30, the FireAid benefit concert brought people together to support LA’s recovery efforts—and it has already raised an incredible $1 million.

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