Astronomy
July 25, 2022

New Poll Finds Most Americans Support NASA’s $10B Investment in James Webb Space Telescope

Were you enamored by the James Webb Space Telescope’s image of the glistening Carina Nebula? How about the revisiting of Hubble’s old stomping grounds? If your answer is yes, consider yourself in the majority—a new poll finds that NASA’s nearly $10 billion investment is well-liked by the American population. The marketing and research company YouGov recently polled 1,000 Americans on their opinions of NASA and some of their most popular space programs.

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Astronomy
July 25, 2022

James Webb Space Telescope Just Proved it Can Find Signs of Life on Other Planets

There have been many incredible images released this month from the James Webb Space Telescope (JWST), showcasing how much has improved since Hubble. In addition to photos, there has also been some remarkable data released. Of all these dazzling findings, one of the most extraordinary discoveries is the detection of life on exoplanets. Finding life outside of our own little world has been a never-ending journey for humankind.

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Music
July 24, 2022

Watch This Beatboxer Recreate an Orchestra Using Only His Voice

In an incredible display of talent and range, French beatboxer and vocalist Mohamed Belkhir recreated an entire orchestra using only his mouth. The 28-year-old artist emulated the sounds of several instruments, a chorus, and an operatic singer. He then used his loop station to layer the sounds and bring them all together. Belkhir, known by his stage name MB14, is a self-taught beatboxer, vocalist, and musician with a natural ear for harmonies.

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Acrylic Painting
July 23, 2022

Energetic Drip Paintings Imagine a Future Where Cities and Nature Are One

Many big cities have a reputation for being gray and industrial. But not in Amy Shackleton‘s world. The Canada-based artist imagines a future where cities and nature are connected. She creates vibrant acrylic paintings that merge architecture with organic landscapes. Shackleton employs a drip painting technique—where paint is dripped or poured directly onto the canvas—to “achieve a natural energy in her work.

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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.