Inspiring
January 27, 2024

Community Helps Raise Over $100k for Beloved Austin Taquería That Helps Feed Those in Need

In the U.S. there are 6,500 food deserts, which are areas where people can't easily access fresh produce. To help fight this problem, Edgar Rico and Sara Mardanbigi, owners of Nixta Taquería in East Austin, Texas, became the pilot location of the Austin Free Fridge Program. The husband-and-wife duo would replenish an industrial fridge in their area up to 20 times a day with fresh meals and groceries, as “hydration packs” during heatwaves.

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Movies
January 26, 2024

Fans React to Barbie Movie’s Controversial Oscar Nominations and Snubs

For many people around the world, Greta Gerwig's Barbie movie was a defining film of 2023, inspiring Barbie-core among other trends. Margot Robbie and Ryan Gosling brought a pair of plastic dolls to life, and, with the help of their director, created a heartfelt story. This past Tuesday, the film received eight Oscar nominations, including Best Actor for Ryan Gosling, and Best Supporting Actress for America Ferrera.

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Store
January 26, 2024

Piece This Puzzle Together and Grow Your Own Visual Garden

Houseplants are a great way to add a bit of color and life into your interior space. But cultivating the lush garden of your dreams can require a lot of work. Fortunately, by piecing together one of Galison's puzzles, you can grow beautiful plants without water and soil. All you need is a coffee table and some downtime, and you can replicate dozens of green flora.

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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.