Good News
June 27, 2025

12-Year-Old Plants Over 150,000 Trees in Valiant Reforestation Efforts in India

How old does a person have to be to enact radical positive change in the world? A preteen known to some as the “Indian Greta Thunberg” has answered that question for nearly half her life. At the age of 12, Prasiddhi Singh has already planted over 150,000 trees in India, and has no plans of stopping at this already impressive number. Singh is considered India’s youngest environmental leader.

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Astrophotography
June 26, 2025

Spectacular Photo Captures Buddha “Pinching” the Moon

Japanese photographer Atsushi Tazaki, better known as Chito, spends a lot of time photographing the moon. But one particularly creative idea has captured the imagination of the internet. His series of photos showing a giant Buddha statue “pinching” the moon has caused a sensation. Combining a clever idea with flawless execution, Chito's photos are simply delightful.

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Architecture
June 26, 2025

The Grand Palais Reopens in Paris Following $560 Million Renovation

On March 12, 2021, the Grand Palais, one of Paris’ most beloved architectural marvels, shut down. The time had come for the century-old glass-and-steel palace to enter its most ambitious renovation yet. Last summer, the first phase was completed just in time for the 2024 Paris Olympic Games, where the building’s main nave was unveiled. After nearly five years, the final phase of the €486 million (about $562 million)

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Music
June 25, 2025

Electric Forest 2025: Michigan Forest Transforms Into a Magical Immersive Experience

This past weekend, the Michigan woods were filled with art, magic, and music. The annual Electric Forest festival took over the forest in Rothbury for an immersive experience that drew thousands who came together as a Forest Family. With a background of EDM superstars, live bands, and everything in between, festivalgoers were treated to an immersive experience that brought together art, music, and culture.

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