December 27, 2024

Photographer Documents the Mesmerizing Movements of Bird Murmurations in England

Each year, from November to March, European starlings migrate from the colder northern regions to the United Kingdom. As dusk falls, these remarkable birds gather into mesmerizing flocks, known as murmurations. Scientist and photographer Kathryn Cooper has been documenting this breathtaking phenomenon over the past eight years, revealing how thousands of starlings create a synchronized display of fluid motion above their roosting sites.

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December 26, 2024

Iconic ‘Luna Luna’ Art Carnival From the ’80s Reopens in New York City

Luna Luna, the world’s first traveling art carnival, made its enchanting debut back in 1987 in Hamburg, Germany. This fantastical fairground was brought to life with one-of-a-kind attractions designed by some of the biggest modern artists of the era, including Jean-Michel Basquiat, Keith Haring, David Hockney, and Salvador Dalí. Now, this legendary carnival of creativity has found a new temporary home at The Shed in New York City.

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December 25, 2024

Devoted Dad Quit His Job to Run the First Minecraft Server for Children With Autism

In 2013, Stuart Duncan, known in-game as AutismFather, set out to create a safe and inclusive online space specifically for children with autism and their families. Inspired by his own son’s love for Minecraft, Duncan founded Autcraft after realizing that his son—and many other children on the autism spectrum—were experiencing bullying in online gaming communities.

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December 25, 2024

End of Year Sale: Get 15% Off Creative Art and Design Products

As we quickly approach the end of this year, another one is right around the corner. Before 2025 arrives, we want to celebrate 2024 with one last sale at My Modern Met Store! For the final week of this year, from December 25 to December 31, 11:59 p.m. PST, use the code COUNTDOWN2024 to save 15% on your entire order on everything in our shop—even the sale items.

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