Installation
October 24, 2024

Artists Suspend 14,000 Prescription Lenses in Japanese Forest Like an Enchanting Rainstorm

Nestled in the Japanese Alps, Omachi City has a unique relationship with water. In the winters, the shrinking city is blanketed with thick snow, while its summers are wet with heavy rain. It also boasts winding rivers, stunning mountainside lakes, and hot springs. The city’s natural surroundings have inspired a striking, site-specific installation composed of 14,000 prescription lenses. Created by Canadian artists Caitlind r.c.

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Endangered Animals
October 23, 2024

Polish Zoo Celebrates the Arrival of Four Adorable Sumatran Tiger Cubs

Zoo Wroclaw in Poland recently celebrated a major conservation milestone with the birth of four Sumatran tiger cubs, a significant boost for this critically endangered species. Born on July 22, 2024, the zoo waited several weeks before making the announcement of the cubs’ arrival until they were sure they were healthy and likely to survive.

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Photography
October 23, 2024

Magical Images of Fireflies Lighting up Japan’s Forests at Night

Every summer, the forests of Japan’s Yamagata prefecture come alive with the dreamlike, warm lights of thousands of fireflies. Photographer Kazuaki Koseki has set out to capture this charming phenomenon with his camera. The breathtaking images make up his Summer Faeries series, a collection of images that seem out of a storybook. “For my series Summer Faeries, I explore the relationship between the ecology and natural environment of Himebotaru (Luciola parvula)

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Entertainment
October 22, 2024

Zendaya Pays Homage to Cher by Wearing Vintage Golden Naked Dress at the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame

Embed from Getty Images Over the weekend, Cher was inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame (aka Rock Hall)—an overdue tribute honoring her legacy in music, film, TV, and fashion. And there was no one better to introduce the multifaceted performer than someone who has been just as lauded for her talent and daring, innovative style—Zendaya.

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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.