Astronomy
August 7, 2023

NASA Picks Up “Heartbeat” Signal and Reconnects With Lost Voyager 2

Voyager 2 has been “voyaging” for 45 years, 11 months, and the days keep rolling in. This seemingly antique spacecraft was launched to study Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, and Neptune. It has returned to Earth some of the most incredible photos of these outer planets and their moons, even discovering new moons and becoming the first human-made object to fly past Uranus.

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Art History
August 6, 2023

Who Was N.C. Wyeth? Learn About the 20th Century Illustrator Responsible for Over 100 Books

In an era that’s known as the Golden Age of illustration, illustrator Newell Convers Wyeth (aka N.C. Wyeth) was one of its superstars. The American painter contributed illustrations to over 100 books and painted over 4,000 images. His realistically rendered pictures visualized classic tales like Treasure Island, The Last of the Mohicans, and Robinson Crusoe. Wyeth also created illustrations for advertising campaigns such as Coca-Cola and Kellogg’s Foods.

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Nature
August 5, 2023

If You Ever Come Across a Rock Cairn, Yosemite National Park Says to Knock It Over

People have used manmade rock stacks—also called rock cairns—since prehistoric times. These markers have served a myriad of purposes, but are usually placed to give directions to travelers and provide protection from the wind. However, while cairns have a long history, their function is currently being misused by many hikers and travelers. That is why Yosemite National Park reminds its visitors to knock over any rock stacks they see.

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Entertainment
August 4, 2023

‘Friends’ Stars Jennifer Aniston and Courteney Cox Celebrate Lisa Kudrow’s 60th Birthday

Nearly 20 years after the beloved sitcom Friends aired its final episode, the original cast still shares a special bond. Not only were they close on screen, but they are in real life too. Recently, Jennifer Aniston and Courteney Cox shared special messages for their co-star Lisa Kudrow in celebration of the actress' 60th birthday.

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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.