Health
September 27, 2022

Study Reveals How Many Steps You Should Walk a Day To Stay Healthy

Do you move at every opportunity, or are you more of a couch potato? Many of us sit for long stretches at work or enjoy a good Netflix binge in our downtime. But, this all means that we don't move as much as we should for optimal health. A new study published in Jama International Medicine confirms that the more you walk, the lower your risk of cancer and other conditions. Quality is important, too.

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Good News
September 26, 2022

Wildlife Rescue Gets a Fresh Fruit Feast When a Truck Spills a Bunch of Watermelons

On the final day of the Annual Watermelon Festival in Farmerville, Louisiana, a produce truck carrying melons was on its way into town. The road conditions weren't great; it had been raining so the trek was slippery. That's when the produce truck began sliding and rear-ended another truck with a ski boat in tow. Fruit “went flying all over the road.

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Inspiring
September 26, 2022

After Losing His Leg, 21-Year-Old Runs Full Marathon Every Day To Raise Money for Cancer Research

A cancer diagnosis can be life-changing for anyone. Despite the decades of research, there is no definitive cure and most people with cancer, understandably, turn inwards—towards their treatment, their supportive family and friends, and their own mental and emotional well-being. Canadian Terry Fox, however, was a different kind of man. After his own diagnosis, which led to one of his legs being amputated, he expanded himself to become an international figure of inspiration.

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Painting
September 25, 2022

Incredible Rock Paintings Imagine Furry Creatures as Palm-Sized Pets

Painting is typically seen on canvas, panel, or wood. But not in the case of Japanese artist Akie Nakata. She applies her masterful skills to rocks, resulting in 3D paintings that fit in the palm of her hand. From cats and dogs to birds and even tigers, she magically transforms smooth stones into adorable animals. The key to this craft is using the natural shape of the rock as a guide.

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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.