Astronomy
April 22, 2022

80-Mile-Wide Comet Hurtling Towards Earth Captured by NASA’s Hubble Telescope

Comets are basically icy space trash left over from the formation of the planets of our Solar System. While usually large by any normal usage of the word, they range widely in the circumference of their nucleus—the ball of ice and dirt at their center. NASA's Hubble Telescope has recently discovered the largest comet ever seen by astronomers—a comet larger than the state of Rhode Island.

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Inspiring
April 22, 2022

Ukrainian Refugees Are Thanking Countries for Their Warm Welcomes by Helping Clean Public Spaces

As the Russian invasion of Ukraine has stretched into months, Ukrainian citizens are continuing to flee the embattled country for safety. This has led to five million people settling in neighboring countries in Europe. Poland has taken in over 2.8 million refugees, with Romania, Hungary, Moldova, and Slovakia, also accepting a significant number of displaced people.

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Drawing Guide
April 21, 2022

Learn How to Draw a Sloth Hanging on a Branch in 9 Steps

Slow and cute-as-a-button, the steady sloth is hard to hate. These loveable mammals are an internet favorite for their large eyes and perpetually smiling mouths. If sloths are one of your favorite animals, there's no better way to connect with this unique creature than by learning how to draw it. In this tutorial, we will learn how to sketch a three-toed sloth hanging from a branch in nine steps. Sounds difficult? Not to worry.

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Environment
April 21, 2022

Daily Wind-Powered Energy Surpassed Coal and Nuclear-Based Power for First Time

Renewable, clean energy is critical to staving off disaster in the impending climate crisis. As scientists agree that the Earth is hurtling towards a point of no return, dramatic changes in daily life and government policy around the globe is required. Because of the seriousness of the climate crisis, it is important to recognize small milestones to encourage further action.

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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.