Technology
November 11, 2025

Denmark Moves To Ban Social Media for Children and Teens Under 15

On November 7, Denmark outlined new regulations prohibiting social media access for children under the age of 15. The initiative follows a similar measure implemented by the Australian parliament in December 2024, which limited social media usage to teens over 16. But, in terms of the European Union, Denmark’s government is leading the charge, presenting one of the EU’s most ambitious plans to curtail social media usage among younger generations.

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Wildlife Photography
November 11, 2025

Surprising Things Learned About Foxes After 15 Years of Photographing Them

Wildlife photographer Roeselien Raimond knows a thing or two about foxes. She’s been observing and photographing the elusive creatures for more than a decade, capturing their beauty, charm, and idiosyncrasies, from how they show affection toward each other to the myriad expressions on their faces. Now, she’s compiled her fox wisdom and is sharing what she’s learned with everyone—and of course, there is fantastic fox imagery to accompany it.

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Astrophotography
November 10, 2025

Airplane Passenger Captures Stunning View of Northern Lights From Window Seat

There’s something incredibly peaceful about staring out an airplane window, watching clouds drift by and the landscape roll out below (provided you’re not scared of flying). But imagine glancing outside to find the sky alive with the swirling colors of the Northern Lights. That’s exactly what happened to Dr. Ryan French, a solar physicist, author, and research scientist at the Laboratory for Atmospheric and Space Physics.

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Painting
November 10, 2025

Glowing “Thermography” Paintings Capture the Warmth and Light Within Us All

Energy is all around us, but it’s not always visible. Artist Ivan Pokidyshev brings human warmth and emotion to the surface through his ethereal paintings. His artworks are inspired by thermography and Transmitted Infrared Photography (IRT), a technique that uses infrared light to reveal hidden structures and patterns beneath old paintings. Pokidyshev’s practice merges science and art, exploring the invisible forces of light and heat that connect us.

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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.