Painting
September 22, 2023

Golden Rings Circle Ethereal Portraits of Goddess-Like Women

Denver-based artist Marissa Napoletano adds a sparkly touch to her paintings of women. After rendering realistic portraits in delicate colors, she frames subjects with rings of gold, giving her artwork an ethereal appearance that looks like it's from a dream. Napoletano's practice includes both oil paintings as well as large-scale murals.

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Birds
September 21, 2023

Watch an Adorable Sun Parakeet Prepare a Miniature Breakfast

If you have a pet at home, you've most likely made feeding time a key part of your routine. For all the joy they may show once their plates are full, wouldn't it be cool if they could get their own breakfast ready? Turns out there's one particular bird that can, and she even sets the table neatly and picks up after herself.

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Furniture
September 21, 2023

Designer Transforms Old Furniture Into Colorful New Pieces

It can be tricky to find the right piece of furniture for your home. Sizing, color schemes, and aesthetics are all factors that you need to take into consideration. One studio in the UK helps people realize their dream furniture by making bespoke designs. From sideboards to cabinets, Redeemed Decor boasts a portfolio that is as diverse as it is beautiful. One of the most striking features of their pieces is the vibrant color palette.

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Science
September 20, 2023

Scientists Are Skeptical of Alleged Alien Mummies Presented to Mexican Congress

Embed from Getty Images The Mexican congress was recently presented with something rarely displayed in a venue meant for legislation—the mummified remains of two alleged aliens. The “non-human” mummies were displayed by UFO enthusiast and TV host Jaime Maussan, whose decades-long career has been marred by false claims and unfounded speculation. And for all the pomp of the event, scientists are far from convinced about the specimens.

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My Modern Met

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