Social Cause
October 13, 2020

Astronauts Can Vote From Space, You Can Vote From Earth

Orbiting 200 miles above earth in the International Space Station, astronauts have not forgotten about their right to vote. Four astronauts will cast their votes from space during the upcoming American presidential election. A Texas law passed in 1997 ensured astronauts can still exercise this constitutional right while off-planet. First, an encrypted and password protected ballot is uploaded by Houston's Mission Control.

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Photo Contest
October 12, 2020

Winners of the Close-Up Photographer of the Year Awards Give Their Unique Perspective on the World

For the second year, the Close-up Photographer of the Year competition has spotlighted the small world that often passes under our noses, unobserved. Through micro, macro, and close-up photography, these photographers settle into the details and expose new aspects of our planet. This year's contest has had more entries than ever, with over 6,500 images submitted from photographers in 52 different countries.

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Impressionism
October 11, 2020

5 of Renoir’s Most Famous Paintings That Any Impressionism Lover Should Know

French artist Pierre-Auguste Renoir was not only a leading figure in 19th-century art, but he also had a central role in the Impressionist movement. Together with Claude Monet, Edgar Degas, and Camille Pissarro, he would go on to forge a new path and reject the classical tradition of academic French painting. After exhibiting his work in the First Impressionist Exhibition of 1874, Renoir became a successful and sought after painter.

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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.