Birds
March 5, 2022

Crow Family Leaves Little Gifts for Human Who Kindly Feeds Them

There are many people who have had the experience of a heartwarming bond with wild animals that frequently visit their homes. One woman in particular, has gained a sweet new friendship with a family of crows—they even exchange gifts! When Tango Steinke moved into her home in Virginia, she realized that she had some noisy neighbors. A pair of crows nested behind her home and had made themselves rather comfortable.

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News
March 4, 2022

President Biden Makes Historic Nomination of Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson as a Supreme Court Justice

The Supreme Court of the United States holds the highest judicial power in the nation, and it is under that power that the promise of equal justice for all Americans is meant to be protected. With each Justice serving a lifetime tenure—until they die, retire, resign, or are removed from office—it makes the choices concerning who sits on that judiciary panel of critical importance.

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Art History
March 3, 2022

Artworks of Ukrainian Folk Artist Maria Prymachenko Reportedly Burned During Russian Invasion

The Russian invasion of Ukraine continues to upend life in the nation. The rich cultural history of the Ukrainian people is also in the path of destruction. Officials and video footage from the besieged nation report that the Ivankiv Historical and Local History Museum was burned by Russian forces. About 50 miles northwest of Kyiv, it housed precious works by Ukrainian artists—including 25 paintings by the renowned Maria Prymachenko, a folk artist.

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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.