Archeology
December 29, 2023

Latest Archeological Research Suggests Women May Be Better Hunters Than Men

When thinking about prehistoric men and women, there are longstanding stereotypes. Men used to go out and hunt large creatures, while women gathered food—a clear-cut division of labor based on sex. However, the latest research points out that this was not entirely true. Not only did some women hunt as well, they also possessed certain physical traits that may have made them better hunters than their male counterparts.

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Store
December 29, 2023

Vintage-Inspired Bird Scarves To Stay Stylish During Winter

When the temperature drops, staying warm usually takes precedence over style. Fortunately, brands like Shovava create beautiful accessories that blend warm and softness with aesthetics that never go out of fashion. Their line of cotton and silk-cashmere blend scarves feature hand-painted designs based on the striking wings of birds. The Vintage-Inspired Bird Scarf is a tried and true best-seller at My Modern Met Store.

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Animals
December 28, 2023

Reindeer Are Multitaskers That Eat and Sleep at the Same Time To Pack on Weight for Winter

Santa's reindeer must be tired from Christmas exertions, but reindeer around the world are preparing for a different feat. They must survive the long arctic winter of little daylight and freezing temperatures. Their northern peers choose different paths to stay alive, including hibernation and packing on the fat for leaner days. For reindeer, the latter technique is critical to survival. A layer of fat is protective and sustaining—and that fat comes from ambitious eating.

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Sculpture
December 28, 2023

Quirky Blob Characters Comes to Life in Charming Fusion of Ceramic and Glass Sculptures

Almost anything can become a cartoon when you give it eyes and legs. The same can be said for a chunk of ceramic or glass. Sweden-based artist Benjamin Uggla creates playful blob-like characters that have sprouted arms, legs, and eyes. While they possess an alien appearance, they are rendered doing a range of everyday human activities, like playing video games and using the computer, making them somehow relatable.

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