Music
May 31, 2021

Watch Soldiers of the U.S. Army Field Band Play a Cover of Pink Floyd’s ‘Wish You Were Here’

Those who serve in the U.S. military are often separated from their families for long periods of time. This can be taxing on the mental health of soldiers, but Six-String Soldiers of the United States Army Field Band are turning to music to deal with the pain of missing home. The band recently performed a cover of Pink Floyd’s Wish You Were Here, live on location in Patapsco Valley State Park, Maryland.

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Ancient Art
May 29, 2021

What is the Great Sphinx? Discover the History Behind the Ancient Egyptian Monument

Situated amongst the iconic Great Pyramids is a monument as equally impressive and emblematic of Ancient Egyptian engineering: the Great Sphinx of Giza. Although sphinxes appeared in art throughout the ancient world, this colossal statue remains the most well-known depiction of the mythological creature. The 240-foot-long statue was carved out of one piece of limestone by hundreds of workers, and, at one time, completely painted.

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Furniture
May 28, 2021

14 Incredible Replicas of Famous Design Chairs You Can Own

If you are looking for a way to spruce up your space, an awesome chair with a great design history is the perfect way to start. To help you choose your next statement-making piece of furniture, we've picked out some of our favorite replicas of iconic chairs of design history. But aside from their historical importance, we think these are beautiful pieces you can own at a far more reasonable price than the originals.

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Dogs
May 28, 2021

Designers Create Spiky “Pet Body Armor” to Protect Tiny Dogs From Birds of Prey

Despite their tiny size, some small dogs act really tough. However, they still need a little help now and then to protect themselves. Unfortunately, many small dogs are often targeted by coyotes, aggressive dogs, and even birds of prey. However, one family-owned business in San Diego is doing what they can to save little lives. Paul Mott, Pamela Mott, and Nicole Mellom (of CoyoteVest)

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My Modern Met

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