Travel
February 13, 2026

My Modern Met’s Art + Culture Guide to Montréal

As the second-largest city in Canada, Montréal is a bustling metropolis that marries history with contemporary culture. The French and English-speaking locale has spectacular food with an incredible art and music scene that’s active throughout the year. My Modern Met has made your trip to Montréal an easy one by providing recommendations on where to stay, what to see, and meals you won’t want to miss.

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Photo Contest
February 12, 2026

Winners of 2025 Travel Photographer of the Year Take Us on a Journey Around the World

Every year, the Travel Photographer of the Year (TPOTY) awards conjure visions of sacred rituals, dramatic landscapes, breathtaking animals, and communal gatherings. It should come as no surprise, then, that it’s nearly impossible to browse TPOTY’s photographs without experiencing some sense of wanderlust. The winning images from 2025 are no exception. “The standard this year was outstanding,” judge Krystal Chryssomallis said.

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Health
February 12, 2026

Study Finds Most Preventable Cancers in the World Linked to Two Avoidable Habits

Cancer often feels unpredictable. It can arrive without warning and change a family forever. Many people see it as something beyond personal control. But growing research tells a different story. Many cancer cases link directly to lifestyle habits that people can change. A recent study published in Nature Medicine shows that a large share of the global cancer burden connects to everyday behaviors. Smoking and alcohol use stand at the center of that risk.

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Good News
February 11, 2026

Buddhist Monks End 2,300-Mile Walk for Peace in Washington, D.C.

On Tuesday, February 10, a group of 19 Buddhist monks arrived in Washington, D.C., marking the end of their remarkable 2,300-mile Walk for Peace. The 15-week (108-day) journey began in Texas in late October, and the humble pilgrimage soon drew growing crowds along the way. Supporters gathered across the southeastern states to cheer them on as they continued step by step, accompanied the entire way by their rescue dog, Aloka.

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