Creative Products
September 4, 2026

Polaroid and Pokémon Team Up on Limited-Edition Cameras to Catch ’Em All on Film

Over its three-decade history, Pokémon has appeared on every imaginable piece of merchandise; from apparel and jewelry to plushies and even ketchup bottles. However, their latest collaboration may take the cake. To celebrate Pokémon’s 30th anniversary, they’ve teamed up with Polaroid for a limited-edition collection featuring cameras, film, and some creative accessories.

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Social Cause
September 3, 2026

RIP Gloria Steinem: Feminist Trailblazer and Journalist Dies at 92

Gloria Steinem, the American journalist and feminist trailblazer who fought for greater rights for women around the world, has died at age 92. Gloria Steinem, the American journalist and feminist trailblazer, has died at age 92. Her death was announced by her organization, Gloria’s Foundation, on Instagram: “Yesterday, Gloria Steinem passed away peacefully at her home in New York City, surrounded by some of the many who loved her.

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Science
September 3, 2026

Scientists Create Purple Fabric That Can Keep You Cooler Than White Cotton

It’s been scientifically proven that wearing white on a hot summer day can help keep you cool. Darker and more colorful clothing absorb more sunlight, while white reflects it. But scientists have now developed a purple fabric that challenges this conventional wisdom—and could eventually help people stay cool without sacrificing color. The new textile uses passive radiative cooling, a process that allows a material to reflect sunlight while releasing heat as infrared radiation.

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Art
September 2, 2026

Artist Ryan Gander Hides 16,000 Collectible Coins Across Seoul for Frieze Seoul’s Citywide Art Hunt

This year, Frieze Seoul is taking over COEX, a state-of-the-art convention center in Seoul’s Gangnam district. But the excitement surrounding this global art event goes beyond the venue’s walls. As the headliner of Frieze Seoul’s LIVE Program, British artist Ryan Gander has taken over the Korean capital with a sprawling public art project, rallying locals to find 16,000 collectible coins hidden across the city.

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My Modern Met

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