Impressionism
July 24, 2023

How This Claude Monet Painting Sparked the Impressionist Movement

Today, Impressionism remains one of the most popular and prevalent types of painting. Considered the catalyst of modern art, the Impressionist genre has played a pivotal role in art history, with its influence evident in a range of artistic practices. Having left such an important legacy, you may be wondering what could have set such a monumental movement in motion.

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Cats
July 24, 2023

Zebby the Support Cat Who “Hears” for Deaf Owner Wins National UK Prize

Cats have a reputation for being aloof and even a little naughty, but one particular feline in the UK is defying these preconceptions. Zebby, a 2-year-old black and white cat, supports his deaf owner by alerting her of noises. If the  phone or the doorbell rings, Zebby taps his human to let her know. Now, this commendable behavior has earned him the Cats Protection's National Cat of the Year award.

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Astronomy
July 24, 2023

James Webb Space Telescope Celebrates Its First Year With 153-Megapixel Photo of the Birth of Sun-Like Stars

The first deep field image taken by the James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) was shared in July 2022. Since then, the astronomy community has been in awe by glimpses of distant galaxies and formations it has been able to capture. In celebration of its first year, a 153-megapixel image of the Rho Ophiuchi cloud complex, the closest star-forming region to our solar system, has been released.

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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.