Inspiring
August 10, 2025

Hear How Neil DeGrasse Tyson Explains the Difference Between Art and Science

Despite being known as an astrophysicist and science communicator, Neil deGrasse Tyson can wax poetic on the humanities as well. Over a decade ago, he took to Reddit for an “Ask Me Anything” (AMA) session, where he outlined the eight books that he believed “every single intelligent person on the planet” should read, including Gulliver’s Travels and The Age of Reason.

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History
August 8, 2025

Explore Medieval Medical Recipes Featuring Dove Feces, Fox Lungs, and More

One of the biggest differences between medieval and contemporary life is our current medical knowledge. Today, we boast a plethora of vaccines; we’ve eradicated some of the world’s deadliest diseases; and, above all, our understanding of the human body and its health is far more advanced than it has ever been. We may pop an Advil for a headache or apply Neosporin to a cut, but what did our ancestors in the 15th century do?

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Architecture
August 8, 2025

MAD Architects Design Light and Bright “Garden Airport” Terminal Inspired by Nature

When you think of an airport, a light, bright space filled with greenery may not be the first thing that comes to mind, but that’s exactly what Ma Yansong’s MAD Architects aimed for when creating the winning design for Changchun International Airport’s newest terminal. In 2023, the firm won an international contest for the Chinese airport’s Terminal 3 based on a design inspired by the concept of a “garden airport.

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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. gathered at Shedd Aquarium in Chicago and performed surgery on 12-year-old Kimalu the Beluga. Her handlers first noticed lumps near her blowhole during a routine check-in. Upon reviewing her CT scan, they found a network of cysts on her head and neck and decided surgery was her best option.

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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.