Dogs
November 30, 2022

Winston the French Bulldog Wins the 2022 National Dog Show

Delicious feasts and families getting together weren't the only celebrations happening on Thanksgiving. The Kennel Club of Philadelphia also hosted the 2022 National Dog Show, showcasing some of the best pups around. This year's competition crowned a 3-year-old French bulldog named Winston as the winner, marking the first time the breed has ever taken first place.

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History
November 29, 2022

Message in a Bottle From 1887 Discovered Under Floorboards in Scotland

Old houses hold many secrets which only emerge with chance and time. A Scottish plumber named Peter Allan was working on the heating pipes of just such a house when he encountered something strange: an antique bottle secreted beneath the floorboards. Opened by Eilidh Stimpson—the resident of the house—and her two children, the bottle was revealed to contain a fascinating note written in 1887.

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Sculpture
November 29, 2022

Artist Uses His Own Blood to Create Frozen Self Portrait Sculptures of His Head

Like many artists, Marc Quinn explores the notion of self through portraiture. But his self-portraiture offers an unexpected—and squeamish—twist to the genre. In his 1991 sculpture titled Self, he began to use his body as raw material for the piece. He made a cast of his own head and filled it with 10 pints of his blood immersed in frozen silicone. To keep the piece in a solid state, its temperature is maintained at -0.

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Jewelry
November 28, 2022

20 Dazzling Jewelry Stores on Etsy That Specialize in Beautiful Handmade Designs

A piece of jewelry is always a thoughtful gift idea, but there’s something extra special about giving someone a trinket that’s been lovingly handmade. Etsy is home to countless independent designer stores that are bursting with beautiful, handmade gems that are sure to dazzle your special giftee. Not only will your loved one receive a wearable work of art, but you, as a consumer, can take pride in knowing you’ve supported small businesses.

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My Modern Met

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