Style
June 27, 2019

19 Stylish Accessories To Keep You Looking Cool All Summer Long

Want to spruce up your summer fashion without breaking the bank? The easiest way is to accessorize the clothes you already have in your closet. Pairing your favorite dress and sandals with a stylish scarf or a piece of statement jewelry can make even the most well-loved garments feel new again. At My Modern Met Store, we specialize in beautiful and playful accessories that celebrate summer and the warm weather it brings.

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Nature
June 26, 2019

This Strange Plant Has Flowers with Petals Shaped Like Hummingbirds

When Redditor Octopus Prime posted this photo of an unusual looking plant, the internet caught fire. In the palm of someone's hand, what appears to be an origami hummingbird is actually a flower. Instantly, everyone was wondering where this plant came from and what benefit it received from looking like a bird. Luckily, fellow Redditor SolitaryBee—a post-doc scientist studying flower evolution—was able to help shed some light on the situation.

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History
June 22, 2019

What Is the Smithsonian? Discover and Explore This National Institution

To a lot of people, the Smithsonian symbolizes a single museum. Many may imagine the suspended planes at the National Air and Space Museum; others might think about Dorothy's ruby slippers at the National Museum of American History; and some might even create a conflated combination. However, the Smithsonian Institution actually comprises nearly 20 museums—and even more research centers and programs.

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