Health
July 26, 2023

Research Finds Up to 35% of the World’s Population Sneezes After Seeing Bright Light

Do you sneeze after seeing bright light? Well, you're not alone. ACHOO syndrome, or Autosomal Dominant Compulsive Helio-Ophthalmic Outbursts, is estimated to affect between 18–35% of people around the world. While not a dangerous condition, it is one that continues to mystify scientists. Records of ACHOO syndrome have been found as far back as 350 BCE.

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Design
July 25, 2023

Adorable Train Redesigned With Sacred Nara Deer Decor Is a Big Hit in Japan

Seeing wild animals in the middle of a city is a rare occurrence in most places, but not in the Japanese city of Nara. Here, there is an unrestricted deer population which is considered sacred and given free rein to roam the streets. As a result, the ancient capital has become a popular tourist destination for people who want to see animals occupying a manmade city completely unfettered.

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Entertainment
July 25, 2023

Jamie Lee Curtis Congratulates Lindsay Lohan On the Birth of Her Son: “I’ve Become a Movie Grandmother”

Twenty years after the film Freaky Friday hit theaters, its costars still share a special bond. When Lindsay Lohan gave birth to her first child with her husband Bader Shammas, actor Jamie Lee Curtis offered a playful congratulations which highlights how the two are still family even when they're not on screen together. “MAGIC MONDAY! My movie daughter just made me a movie grandmother. Blessings to Lindsay and Bader for the birth of Luai!

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Books
July 24, 2023

18 Books That Capture the Magic and History of New York City

New York City is a special place. Home to millions, this energetic city also captures the fancies of tourists who fly thousands of miles to see the famous skyline and absorb its history and culture. The metropolis has a 400-year history and a present-day population of about eight and a half million people across its five boroughs: The Bronx, Brooklyn, Manhattan, Queens, and Staten Island. These years and lives represent countless American stories.

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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.