Art
January 28, 2026

Littlest Art Fair Spotlights Local Creatives on the Fringes of the Miami Art Scene [Interview]

When Miami Art Week comes to a close and the biggest names in art have gone home, local artists carry on with their lives, creating work year-round as they support their communities. It’s those very creators who often feel left out by the glamour of larger fairs taking place in their own backyard. Aiming to create a space for Miami-grown artists, Daniel Fila (aka Krave)

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Toys
January 27, 2026

Adorable Mini-Robots That React To Sound and Touch Are the Latest in Bag Charms

Labubus were all the rage in 2025, taking over every single handbag and backpack seen on the street. But while the fever for the creepy looking dolls has slowed down, the bag charm craze is here to stay. Taking these furry companions to the next level, Yukai Engineering has released Mirumi, an adorable mini-robot that can react to sound and touch.

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Painting
January 27, 2026

Indigenous Artist’s “History Paintings” Capture Perspectives of Marginalized People Instead of Colonizers

In the 17th century, the French Royal Academy coined the term history painting to describe large-scale works that were generally understood to depict an important event or action involving many people. The happenings could be historical, religious, or even mythological in nature. This genre was particularly influential between the 15th and 19th centuries—even before there was a name for it.

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Ancient Art
January 26, 2026

World’s Oldest Known Cave Art Discovered in Indonesian Cave

Some 67,800 years ago, ancient humans slipped inside a limestone cave in Indonesia and stenciled their hands on the wall—at least that’s what a groundbreaking new study suggests. Recently published in Nature, the article claims that the hand print, which was uncovered on Muna Island in southeastern Sulawesi, is the world’s oldest known cave art. Sulawesi is home to several caves full of ancient cave art.

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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.