Photography
October 22, 2025

Photographer Captures the Chaos and Beauty of Egypt’s “Game of Warriors”

Every year, towns in and around Upper Egypt celebrate religious festivals like the Mawlid with a display of tremendous skill, heroism, and horsemanship called Al-Marmah. The traditional sport, which is often described as the “game of warriors,” sees riders maneuvering horses at high speeds, all while brandishing long staffs and dressed in flowing jalabiyas. It’s a cultural performance that has long fascinated Yasser Alaa Mobarak, both on a personal as well as an artistic level.

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Style
October 21, 2025

“Superfine” Exhibition Explores Intertwined History of Black Identity and Style

Fashion is more than merely an aesthetic; it’s also a source of self-discovery, resistance, and identity. This is especially true within marginalized communities, where fashion can present opportunities for political, social, and cultural expression that may otherwise be inaccessible. This phenomenon is exactly what The Metropolitan Museum of Art and the Costume Institute hope to explore with their latest exhibition.

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Painting
October 21, 2025

Artist Keeps Ukrainian Folk Art Alive With Stunning Petrykivka Paintings

Inspired by her Ukrainian heritage, Odesa-born and Pittsburgh-based artist Marianna Mackanych creates vibrant folk art in the traditional Petrykivka style. Her paintings bloom with sweeping brushstrokes and radiant colors, depicting flowers that embody beauty, renewal, and resilience. “For me, Petrykivka is more than just a pattern; it is a worldview expressed through rhythm, movement, and breath—truly the art of free people,” Mackanych tells My Modern Met.

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Design
October 20, 2025

U.S. Mint Honors the Legacy of Steve Jobs as an “Innovator” With Special $1 Coin

The late Steve Jobs changed the world with his innovations in technology. From co-creating Macintosh, the Apple II computer, and the iPhone, to playing a key role in the early years of Pixar, his contributions made him one of the biggest innovators in American history. To honor this legacy, the United States Mint will release a special Steve Jobs coin as part of the 2026 American Innovation $1 Coin Program.

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My Modern Met

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