Inspiring
October 7, 2019

Homeless Woman Known as “Subway Soprano” Gets Record Deal After Singing Video Goes Viral

Just a few days ago, Emily Zamourka thought that her dreams of finding fame in Los Angles were unattainable. Over the last two years, the 52-year-old Russian immigrant had lost her home and, most poignantly, her precious violin—an instrument that was worth much more than its $10,000 value when it was stolen from her. “It was my treasure, and it was my income, too,” she said. “It was everything.

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Ancient Art
October 6, 2019

How This 30,000-Year-Old Figurine Continues to Captivate Today

Throughout history, countless creatives have found inspiration in Venus, the Roman goddess of love. Derived from Aphrodite, a prominent deity in ancient Greek mythology, Venus was central to Roman worship—and, in turn, to art of the time. While the 2nd-century-BCE Venus de Milo is perhaps the most well-known sculpture of the goddess, it is not the oldest; in fact, that honor goes to the Venus of Willendorf, a piece that predates the myth itself by over 20,000 years.

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Dance
October 4, 2019

Legendary Nicholas Brothers Dance Routine Was Unrehearsed and Filmed in One Take

Most dance routines are practiced countless times before they’re performed, but the legendary Nicholas Brothers could dazzle audiences on the first take. A clip from the movie Stormy Weather (1943)—featuring Cab Calloway and his orchestra performing Jumpin Jive—captures Fayard (1914–2006) and Harold (1921–2000) Nicholas jumping into tap-dancing action to perform an incredible routine that was completely unrehearsed and recorded in one take.

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Photo Contest
October 3, 2019

Impressive Early Entries from the 2020 Sony World Photography Awards

For thirteen years, Sony and the World Photography Organisation have been giving photographers a platform to share their creativity with the world. As the touring exhibition of the 2019 contest continues across Europe, new entries are pouring for the 2020 Sony World Photography Awards. And now the organization has released some of its stunning early entries as it celebrates the announcement of its world-class jury.

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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.