Animals
June 13, 2025

Giant Antarctic Squid Caught on Film for the First Time

Due to their habitat, deep-sea creatures are some of the most elusive animals on the planet. So you can imagine the surprise of researchers when they came upon a giant Antarctic squid while on an expedition in the Southern Ocean. Researchers on the National Geographic and Rolex Perpetual Planet Expedition came across the Gonatus antarcticus squid, marking the first time the species has been observed alive.

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Science
June 13, 2025

The Science of Frisson: Why Music and Other Art Forms Can Give You Goosebumps

There are certain experiences that, no matter the language, country, or culture, prove to be profoundly universal. One such experience is the pleasure derived from visual art, films, and music—a pleasure that, for some, manifests itself not only emotionally, but within the body as well. Meaning “to shiver” in French, “frisson” refers to the chills that may occur when encountering a particularly compelling and evocative piece of art.

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Installation
June 12, 2025

Colorful Crocheted “Forest” Installation Takes Over Paris’ Grand Palais

Brazilian artist Ernesto Neto has brought one of his monumental installations to Paris' Grand Palais. Made from handwoven crochet, bark, earth, and spices, Nosso Barco Tambor Terra is a multi-sensory environment that encourages us to question our connection to nature. According to the Grand Palais, Neto's work is inspired by the “profound impact of sailing and navigation on the world, which transformed relationships between people and places.

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Tattoos
June 12, 2025

Intricate Blue Ink Tattoos Wrap the Body in Sprawling Chinese-Inspired Dragon Designs

Korean tattoo artist Woojin Choi, better known as Oozy, creates detailed body art using shades of blue ink. Foregoing the standard black ink outline, Oozy works in monochrome to etch fine-line drawings of sprawling Chinese-inspired dragons that wind around arms, legs, and even skulls. The artist’s color choice, paired with his intricate style, transforms his clients into incredible moving art galleries.

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