Environment
November 7, 2019

Leonardo DiCaprio Calls Climate Change Activist Greta Thunberg “A Leader of Our Time”

Leonardo DiCaprio has used his wealth and celebrity status to help educate and support projects that, among other things, aid in mitigating the negative effects of climate change. Two decades ago, he founded The Leonardo DiCaprio Foundation to protect “all of Earth’s inhabitants,” and he’s been vocal about finding the best climate change solutions—like switching to 100% renewable energy.

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Style
November 5, 2019

15+ of the Most Stunning Costumes Celebrating Día de los Muertos This Year

From October 31 to November 2, Mexico celebrates one of its most historically and culturally important events, Día de los Muertos (aka Día de Muertos or Day of the Dead). This three-day affair is held to honor those who have died. People across the country commemorate the fête in different ways, but it generally revolves around an altar that's filled with food, stylized skeletons, and other offerings.

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Portrait Photography
November 4, 2019

Before & After Photos of People Whose Smiles Changed Thanks to One Dentist’s Free Work

A white smile with healthy teeth can give anyone instant confidence, but not all people can afford the luxury of regular dental care. That’s why Brazilian dentist Felipe Rossi set up his non-profit dental charity, Por1sorriso, with the aim to fix the teeth of less-fortunate people all over the world for free. Rossi literally brings a smile to people’s faces by offering up to 1,500 free dental procedures including root canal treatment, cleaning, and restoration.

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Art History
November 3, 2019

5 Intriguing Facts About Modern Master Willem de Kooning

A pioneer of 20th-century art, Dutch-American painter Willem de Kooning rose to prominence together with a group of post-World War II painters like Jackson Pollock and Mark Rothko. De Kooning's impressive artistic output is matched only by other prolific painters like Picasso—who greatly influenced his early work. Known for his role in the Abstract Expressionist movement, his style bounced from abstract to figurative throughout his 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.