Archeology
October 12, 2025

Archeologists Discover Neolithic Earthworks That Are 2,000 Years Older Than Stonehenge

Several years ago, between 2011 and 2017, archeologists discovered something unexpected in Rechnitz, a small town nestled in Burgenland, Austria’s easternmost and least populous state. Aerial and geomagnetic surveys from the time revealed a series of concentric circles carved deep beneath the grass, raising questions about their origins. In September 2025, researchers finally completed their excavation of the site, unveiling monumental earthworks that are nearly 2,000 years older than the Pyramids of Giza and Stonehenge.

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Science
October 10, 2025

Nobel Prize in Chemistry Awards 3 Scientists Who Developed Potential Aid for the Climate Crisis

The Nobel Prize is arguably the most prestigious award to receive in one’s field, whether it be in literature, economics, physics, or peace advocacy. This year, Susumu Kitagawa, Richard Robson, and Omar M. Yaghi have received the Nobel Prize in Chemistry for their work on metal-organic frameworks (MOFs). The three laureates will be honored during an award ceremony on December 10, 2025, at Konserthuset in Stockholm.

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Movies
October 10, 2025

Quentin Tarantino’s ‘Kill Bill: The Whole Bloody Affair’ Sets First-Ever Nationwide Theatrical Release

The movies Kill Bill Vol. 1 and Kill Bill Vol. 2 are arguably two of the most iconic movies to come out this century. Released six months apart in 2003 and 2004, respectively, they grossed a combined $333 million and cemented Quentin Tarantino’s place as one of the most interesting directors working in Hollywood. Given their legacy and success, the movies always belonged together in its director’s and his fans’ minds.

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Endangered Animals
October 9, 2025

World’s Best Wildlife Photographers Come Together in New Book To Shine Light on the Plight of Pangolins

Remembering Wildlife is a book series that uses stunning visuals to educate the world about endangered wildlife, and to celebrate its 10th anniversary, the series has released its biggest book to date. 10 Years of Remembering Wildlife features not only some of the best images from previous books and winners of a photo contest, but it also contains a section of photographs of the world’s most trafficked animal—the pangolin.

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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.