Environment
December 29, 2020

This 2-Acre Vertical Farm Is Managed by AI and Robots and Uses 99% Less Land

In just 30 years, almost 70% of the world population will live in cities. How will we produce food to serve a growing population that is becoming more and more concentrated? Vertical farming seems to be a critical tool for feeding these dense areas—and for doing so without the massive carbon footprint that comes with shipping food from far away farms. San Francisco’s Plenty is a tech startup on the forefront of vertical farming technology.

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Wildlife Photography
December 29, 2020

Two Widowed Penguins Overlooking Melbourne Skyline Together Wins Best Photo of 2020

In 2019, photographer Tobias Baumgaertner snapped a romantic shot of two widowed penguins overlooking a pier in Melbourne, Australia. He shared the photograph on his Instagram during the start of the COVID-19 pandemic to help lift people's spirits and it quickly went viral, garnering thousands of likes, comments, and shares.

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Creative Products
December 28, 2020

These Brilliant Mugs Have Little Nooks on the Side Where Tiny Animal Sculptures Live

Self-taught artist Brook Knippa of AP Curiosities handmakes ceramic mugs with an adorable surprise tucked in the sides. She nestles miniature painted sculptures of animals inside small nooks. From sleeping foxes to mysterious owls, each unique cup is a dream for animal lovers. Knippa finds inspiration for her whimsical creations in the beauty of her surroundings in Maine.

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Architecture
December 26, 2020

Singer Akon is Spending $6 Billion to Build a “Real-Life Wakanda” in Senegal

Recording artist Akon has big plans for his upcoming smart city in Senegal. The new $6 billion development is called Akon City and will fulfill the star’s wish to provide a refuge for members of the African Diaspora both near and far. In addition to the 2,000-acre resort, condos, and stadium, the metropolis is also planned to run on renewable energy and mainly use Akoin—the singer’s own cryptocurrency.

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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.