Underwater Photography
December 1, 2023

Haunting Underwater Photos Show How Climate Change Impacts the South Pacific [Interview]

For the third chapter of Nick Brandt‘s long-term project addressing climate change, the photographer traveled to the South Pacific to address the urgent issues surrounding rising sea levels. The result is SINK / RISE, an evocative set of underwater photographs featuring the young Fijians who will be most impacted by these rising waters.

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Renaissance Art
December 1, 2023

Conservator Restores 16th-Century Portrait of Isabella de’ Medici, the “Paris Hilton” of the Italian Renaissance

Years ago, a painting of a young woman ended up at The Metropolitan Museum of Art. The museum was not very impressed by the benign, uninspired face of the sitter, leading to the painting's eventual deaccession from the collection. Instead, it found its way into the collection of the Carnegie Museum of Art in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. It then sat in the basement, unseen, until it caught the eye of Louise Lippincott, a former museum curator.

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Gift Guide
November 30, 2023

47 Creative Gifts for Architects and Architecture Lovers

Looking for the perfect gift for the architect in your life? Or maybe you just know an architecture enthusiast, whether it's someone who is passionate about Frank Lloyd Wright‘s designs or the aesthetic of Minimalist architecture. Either way, there are a wide variety of thoughtful gifts for professional architects, aspiring designers, and beyond. We've put together a collection with a type of gift for everyone who loves architecture.

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Health
November 30, 2023

108-Year-Old Woman Credits Having “Dogs, Not Kids” as Her Secret to a Long Life

Making it to a 100 years old is no easy feat, and as a society, we're lucky that those folks are still with us to share their stories and wisdom with us. But how does one make it that far? Some say it's exercise, others credit a healthy diet. But for Ada Daniel, who lived to be 108 years old, the secret to a long life is to have dogs instead of children.

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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.