Modern Art
November 13, 2024

Paris Celebrates 100 Years of Surrealism With Landmark Exhibit at Centre Pompidou

When French writer André Breton published his Surrealist Manifesto in October 1924, he sparked a creative movement that lasted more than 40 years. From Rene Magritte to Salvador Dalí, the Surrealist movement has borne fruit to some of the most iconic art of the 20th century. Now, Paris's Centre Pompidou is celebrating 100 years of Surrealism with an exhibition that brings together over 500 paintings, drawings, films, photographs, and literary documents.

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Dogs
November 12, 2024

College Football Analyst Kirk Herbstreit Gets Choked up While Honoring Late Service Dog Ben on Live TV

Embed from Getty Images In 2023, an adorable sight appeared on ESPN's college football broadcasts—a cheerful golden retriever named Ben. As analyst Kirk Herbstreit‘s emotional service animal, the pair traveled the country together, melting the hearts of those at the games and those following from home. Sadly, Ben recently passed away due to cancer complications.

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Archeology
November 12, 2024

Archeologists Discover “Tiny Home” in Pompeii Filled With Well-Preserved Frescoes

Nearly 2,000 years after its destruction, Pompeii continues to surprise archeologists. The ancient port city, covered in ash during the Mount Vesuvius eruption of 79 CE, is filled with clues about life in ancient Rome. From bakeries and snack bars to richly painted houses, these glimpses into the past are critical to our understanding of history.

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