Music
July 17, 2026

Musician Plays Radiohead Songs on Traditional Turkish Instruments From the Ottoman Era

Radiohead is arguably one of the most beloved rock bands out there, with their albums sitting atop many “Best of All Time” lists. As such, they have inspired a myriad of musicians around the world, whether it be as indirect encouragement for artists to create their own music, or a direct influence for others to record covers of their songs.

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Archeology
July 16, 2026

Archaeologists Discover 1,600-Year-Old Roman Guardian Sculpture at Ancient Fort Near Hadrian’s Wall

On June 16, 2026, Dr. Andrew Birley, director of excavations at Vindolanda, was excavating a fourth-century Roman barrack when he came across a beautifully preserved sandstone statue depicting a protective guardian spirit. The rare Roman relief was untouched since it had been deliberately buried beneath the barrack floor more than 1,600 years ago. Vindolanda was a Roman fort in northern England, built around 85 CE, just south of Hadrian’s Wall.

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Art
July 16, 2026

Keith Haring’s Celebrates His Global Reach

Best known for his vibrant pop-inspired street art of the 1980s, Keith Haring was a pioneer in bringing “high” art into public spaces. He transformed the way contemporary art could exist beyond museums and galleries. From his iconic subway chalk drawings to the opening of his Pop Shop in SoHo in 1986, which sold affordable merchandise featuring his designs, Haring’s legacy stretches far, and he remains one of the most iconic modern artists.

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Inspiring
July 15, 2026

People in Finland Use Pink Baskets To Show They Are Open To Finding Love at Supermarkets

Looking for love? You could swipe through dating apps, chat someone up at a bar, or ask friends to play cupid. Or, if you’re in Finland, you can simply carry a pink basket to let everyone know you’re open to meet someone while browsing the aisles. Content creator Roya Fox recently revealed the amusing initiative on Instagram, saying, “I’m in Finland right now and I’ve never seen anything like this.

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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.