Art
January 13, 2019

Interview: Tech Visionary Oliver Luckett Shares His Amazing Contemporary Art Collection

Entrepreneur Oliver Luckett is well-known for founding companies that have helped shape the digital landscape. In addition to being a tech visionary, he’s a passionate art collector and supporter who, along with his husband Scott Guinn, has amassed an amazing array of contemporary art. The couple’s Reykjavík home serves as their own personal gallery that boasts many Icelandic artists and American street artists. Both are a nod to Luckett’s trajectory.

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Astronomy
January 11, 2019

Juno Sends Back Photos of Volcanic Activity on Jupiter’s Moon Io

Throughout its time studying Jupiter, NASA's Juno spacecraft has sent back some incredible images. And now, to cap off its work in 2018, it's providing us a glimpse of the incredible volcanic activity on one of Jupiter's moons. Io, Jupiter's fourth largest moon, has over 400 active volcanos and is the most geologically active body in the solar system.

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Creative Products
January 11, 2019

10 Creative Audiobooks to Artistically Inspire Your Mind Through Your Ears

With January 1 now past, the mantra “new year, new you” has probably worn out its welcome. But just because that phrase has been on repeat, it doesn’t make it any less inspiring—or true. You might’ve identified your goals for the next 365 days, but there’s a chance you still need help getting started on them. To aid you on this quest, we’ve selected many books that you can listen to in an audiobook format.

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Environment
January 10, 2019

Rare Snowfall in Arizona Transforms Rocky Desert into Surreal Winter Wonderland

It’s not often you see snow in Arizona, but when you do, it’s pretty magical. In recent weeks, unusual wintry weather has arrived to the Sonoran desert transforming the dry, red rocky terrain into an otherworldly winter wonderland. Beautiful pictures from locals have emerged recently, showing how the snow has dusted the region’s iconic saguaro cacti and blanketed the mountains of Arizona and New Mexico.

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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.