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August 8, 2025

Special Edition of Rock and Roll Blueprint Poster Traces the Genre From Its Inception to Now

Rock and roll music is a special breed. It has a long and rich history that begins with a debt owed to blues, gospel, jazz, and country singers who paved the way for pioneers like Chuck Berry and Elvis. They, in turn, inspired a generation including The Beatles and The Rolling Stones—and it continues from there.

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Animals

August 7, 2025

Whale Makes Medical History as First Beluga to Recover From General Anesthesia After Surgery

In a medical and scientific breakthrough, a team of nearly 30 experts from across the U.S.

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Photography

August 7, 2025

Spectral Curtains of Light Created Through Long-Exposure Photos Float Across Stark Landscapes

It started with an accident—or, in this case, more of a pleasant surprise.

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Science

August 7, 2025

Millions of People Are Watching This Scientist-Led Livestream of Deep Sea Creatures

The most popular live stream in Argentina is not of a gamer, an influencer, or even a newscast. Instead, it’s of a deep-sea expedition. Though it may seem like a very academic broadcast viewed by scholars, it actually grew into a social media sensation and source of pride that brought the entire country together.

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Books

August 7, 2025

Listen to ‘Moby Dick’ Read by Benedict Cumberbatch, Tilda Swinton, Sir David Attenborough, and More for Free

Books like Moby Dick are beloved classics for a reason, but that doesn’t mean that they’re light reads.

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Photography

August 7, 2025

Yancey Richardson Celebrates 30 Years With Stunning Photography Exhibition

In 1995, Yancey Richardson opened her eponymous gallery in New York’s SoHo neighborhood.

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Video

August 7, 2025

Watch 9,000 Drones Fill the Night Sky With Magic To Announce the Arrival of Disneyland Abu Dhabi

Disney has announced its first theme park in the Middle East. Disneyland Abu Dhabi may not have a set opening date just yet, but the magic has already made its way to the area. To mark the start of the development for the new resort, The Walt Disney Company teamed up with drone light show company Lumasky to light up the night sky with an enchanting, multimedia display.

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Photo Contest

August 6, 2025

Mangrove Photography Awards 2025 Reveals Winning Images Celebrating the Wonders of Mangroves

The Mangrove Photography Awards recently announced its 2025 competition winners, and the results offer a stunning glimpse into our natural...

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Animals

August 6, 2025

Zoo Sparks Controversy by Requesting Donation of Unwanted Pets To Feed Its Predators

In a Facebook post that has stirred a lot of big feelings, a zoo in Denmark reminded the public that...

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Photography

August 6, 2025

U.S. Senate Is Hiring a Photographer To “Document Important and Historic Moments”

If you’re an experienced photographer looking for an interesting career move, why not consider working for the U.S. Senate? The Senate Sergeant at Arms has put out a call for a photographer to “document important and historic moments in the United States Senate for today and future generations.” The position, titled Photographer #508, will be responsible for planning, shooting, and editing photos for a variety of projects.

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