Tattoos
September 6, 2024

Asia-Inspired Vertical Tattoos Transform Skin Into Portals to Ancient and Mythical Worlds

Tattoos offer a unique and lasting way to visually communicate your personality and interests, turning your skin into a canvas for self-expression. A Singapore-based artist named EQ brings this idea to life by creating colorful designs where characters and elements of nature seem to emerge from rectangular frames and onto the wearer’s skin. From temples and lotus flowers to cranes and tigers, EQ crafts one-of-a-kind tattoos that celebrate the rich beauty of Asian culture.

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Photography
September 4, 2024

18 Famous First Photographs in History: From the Oldest Photo Ever to the World’s First Instagram

While the term photography was coined in the early 19th century, Greek mathematicians had been making camera obscuras, or pinhole cameras, since the 4th century BCE. The history of photography has always been filled with innovation, with the ability to produce high-resolution images evolving along with the technology photographers have on hand. With such a long history, it's no surprise that photography is full of important firsts, from the world's oldest photograph to the first photo uploaded to Instagram.

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Nature
September 4, 2024

Rainbow Lightning Captured Over Minnesota Twins Baseball Game Amid Extreme Weather

Bad weather is baseball's worst enemy. Unlike other sports that can be played in the rain, baseball has to stop, with games even having to be resumed days later. But in Minneapolis, the inclement weather that brought a Minnesota Twins game to a halt kept fans entertained with a thrilling display up above. A rainbow appeared in the stormy red sky, as lightning struck over the city skyline, highlighting the colors of the entire scene.

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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.