September 21, 2018

Massive Paintings of Pigeons Reveal the Street Birds’ Unexpected Beauty

Recently, animal-loving artists and photographers have dedicated their talents to helping an unlikely creature: the common pigeon. Proving that these birds are more than just a blip in the urban landscape, these creatives have showcased their beauty through photographed portraits, flight studies, and, thanks to artist Adele Renault, stunning pigeon paintings. Renault creates realistic portraits that offer an intimate look at the overlooked animals.

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September 19, 2018

Over 17,500 Entries All About Sci-Fi Are Available on This Free Online Resource

Is Star Trek part of your “must see” TV list? Do you count Ray Bradbury as one of your favorite authors? Or perhaps you've seen Stanley Kubrick's 2001: A Space Odyssey more times thank you can count. If so, there's a free online resource you'll want to bookmark immediately. The Encyclopedia of Science Fiction is a comprehensive look at all things sci-fi run by scholars, critics, and fans of the genre.

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September 17, 2018

26 Invaluable Study Tips From a Harvard Graduate

Harvard University is one of the most prestigious colleges in the country. While the Ivy League school only accepts around 2,000 applicants each year, it isn't completely out of reach to the general public. On top of taking Harvard's free online classes, curious minds can also get a taste of student life thanks to Sophia Chua-Rubenfeld's study tips. Chua-Rubenfeld graduated from Harvard University with a degree in Philosophy in 2015.

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