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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Street Art
July 23, 2023

Britain’s Oldest Cathedral Pairs with Graffiti Artist for Year Long Collaboration

Graffiti artist Ant Steel has always enjoyed using his art to bring joy to the community. And now, as an artist in residence at England's St. Albans Cathedral, he's able to interact with the public in a whole new way. Over the course of the year, Steel has been leading workshops and creating his own artwork for an exhibition inside the cathedral that will be held in November.

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Movies
July 21, 2023

Mark Ruffalo Calls for Actors to Leave “Empire of Billionaires” and Take On Indie Films

With the SAG-AFTRA strike in full swing, actors have taken to the picket lines to fight for fairer pay and better conditions. As a consequence, Hollywood has come to a halt. So, with no major film or TV productions underway, one star sees a window of opportunity for change. Mark Ruffalo, known for his work in the Avengers franchise, 13 Going On 30, and Spotlight, is calling for his fellow actors to join indie films.

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Street Art
July 21, 2023

Street Artist Breathes New Life Into Public Spaces With Vibrant Flower Murals

UK-based artist Sophie Mess is transforming urban spaces one mural at a time. Inspired by botanical motifs, she covers the sides of buildings with vibrant depictions of flowers that are larger than life. Each one imbues these cityscapes with uplifting and beautifying imagery. From massive pink peonies to purple irises, Mess' works cover a rainbow of colors.

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