Sculpture
February 2, 2023

Captivating ‘Moss People’ Sculptures Look At Home in Finnish Countryside

Artist Kim Simonsson creates Moss People. His unique ceramics combine hand-built stoneware that is painted and then flecked with nylon fiber, making the sculptures look like they're covered in lichen. This compelling approach is made even more impactful because of his subject matter; he crafts life-sized children in various ensembles and personalities.

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Gift Guide
February 1, 2023

Valentine’s Day Gift Guides to Find the Perfect Present for the People You Love

Valentine's Day—this annual celebration of love and romance is the perfect opportunity to show the one you love how much you care. Whether it's your lover, secret crush, best friend, mother, father, or child, receiving a Valentine's Day gift is a beautiful reminder of the bond between two people. Wondering what to gift the one you care about if you want to go beyond the standard roses and heart-shaped boxes of chocolate?

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Good News
February 1, 2023

YouTuber MrBeast Helps Cure 1,000 People’s Blindness

Since he began making YouTube videos 11 years ago, Jimmy Donaldson—better known as MrBeast—has gained over 130 million subscribers. Over time, the 24-year-old American YouTuber's approach to creating content has changed as well. Many of his videos focus on giving back in various ways, like planting trees and donating to charities. His most recent endeavor: paying for people's life-changing surgery.

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Gift Guide
January 31, 2023

31 Thoughtful and Romantic Last-Minute Valentine’s Day Gifts for Her

Even with the best of intentions, sometimes life gets in the way and before you know it, you're left with just a few days before Valentine's Day and no gift in hand. (Don't worry. We've all been there.) Luckily, shopping for last-minute gifts has never been easier. Gone are the days of rushing out and picking whatever you can find on the shelf. Thanks to online merchants and quick shipping, last-minute doesn't mean thoughtless junk.

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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.