Funny
November 25, 2024

Woodworker Discovers 115 Vintage Stuffed Animals Packed in Old Farmhouse Walls for Insulation

Renovating an old building often comes with surprises, but Vancouver Island woodworker Connor Nijsse never imagined he’d uncover 115 stuffed animals hidden within the walls of his farmhouse. Nijsse believes the stuffed animals were used as an unconventional form of insulation by the previous owners, but he has no idea where they all came from, or when exactly they were put there.

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Street Art
November 24, 2024

Vibrant New Mural Celebrates the Creativity of Manchester’s Northern Quarter

Known for its lively nightlife, independent shops, and vibrant arts scene, Manchester’s Northern Quarter boasts a unique and creative character. The neighborhood has been home to a diverse array of graffiti murals, street art, and public installations throughout its history. Now, the Northern Quarter serves as a fitting backdrop for a new mural by the artistic duo SNIK.

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Good News
November 22, 2024

MIT Will Make Tuition Free for Families That Earn Less Than $200K Per Year

Good news for those about to start the college application process. One of the most prestigious schools in the world, the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), has announced that it will make tuition free for all undergraduate students whose families earn less than $200,000 per year starting next fall. This incredible news lifts the barrier for less economically privileged individuals.

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Creative Products
November 22, 2024

Surreal Limited-Edition Tech Accessories Inspired by Dalí’s Paintings

In 1931, the surrealist Salvador Dalí painted what would become one of his most renowned artworks: The Persistence of Memory. The iconic painting has inspired everything from enamel pins to action figures, and, most recently, a collaboration between the artist’s estate and the electronic accessories company CASETiFY. The Salvador Dalí x CASETiFY collection cleverly reimagines Dalí’s The Persistence of Memory, with a playful phone case and watch case shaped just like melting clocks.

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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.