Science
November 25, 2020

Researchers Discover That Platypuses Mysteriously Glow Under Ultraviolet Light

The platypus is an extremely unique creature. They are milk-producing mammals with incongruously webbed feet, and a bill. They also lay eggs like an amphibious water bird. The platypus is so strange that British scientists in the late 18th century were dubious as to its existence, even though a preserved pelt had been sent to London. The platypus continues to fascinate today with its charming face.

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Art History
November 22, 2020

6 Jackson Pollock Artworks Highlighting the Progression of His Famous Drip Paintings

American artist Jackson Pollock is considered one of the greatest painters of the Abstract Expressionist movement. His signature drip paintings—which he began producing in the late 1940s—captivated the art world. Pollock redefined line, color, and pictorial space by finding an entirely new way to fill a canvas. Dedicated to self-expression, his large body of work symbolizes freedom of creativity and evokes the artist’s turbulent and passionate mind.

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DIY
November 21, 2020

20 DIY Christmas Gift Ideas You Can Complete in Less Than an Afternoon

If you’re struggling with what to give as a gift this holiday season, you’re not alone. When it comes to Christmas, it can be tricky to wade through the millions of products available online—especially when buying them can feel so impersonal. But, there is a solution! DIY Christmas gifts offer you the chance to craft your own personalized present for the special person in your life.

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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.