Landscape Photography
March 22, 2018

Adventure Photographer Captures Majestic Scenes of the Natural World

Pairing a penchant for photography with a love of travel, visual artist Karl Shakur captures sublime snapshots of the natural world. Though based in Kansas, the self-described “adventure enthusiast” shoots in locations all around the world, culminating in a portfolio that is both all-embracing and awe-inspiring. In his mesmerizing photographs, Shakur presents the beauty of the scenery he encounters on his travels.

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Landscape Photography
March 20, 2018

Icy Landscapes Tell a “Winter’s Tale” of the Snow-Covered Forests of Europe

As wintry weather lingers on, German photographer Kilian Schönberger captures the final days of the cold season with his landscape photography series, Winter’s Tale. Shot in the snowy mountain ranges of Germany and central Europe, the images depict the magical quality of the fog-filled, frozen forests. He sets the scene for his enchanting series, describing Winter as “the time when tales and legends were told at home, the whole family sitting around the tiled stove.

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Resources
March 19, 2018

Literal World Map Reveals the Historical Meanings of Country Names

Each country has its own fascinating history and in linguistics a country's name is often the first clue to their historic culture. This world map—created by Credit Card Compare—shows the literal translation of each country’s name, suggesting their original meanings. By using a range of sources such as The World Fact Book and Oxford Dictionaries, each country’s name was translated into its early native language, unearthing intriguing facts from around the globe.

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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.