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August 14, 2026

New Book Celebrates the Beloved Bodega Cats That Call New York City Home

Anyone who lives in or has traveled to New York knows that bodega cats are a staple of the city. Upon entering a neighborhood store, a furry friend might materialize from behind the counter, wander between the aisles, or simply watch customers from a favorite perch. Their presence only adds to the cozy, family-oriented energy that makes these establishments so beloved.

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August 13, 2026

Skateboarder Pulls off the Trick of a Lifetime by Perfectly Timing a Jump With the Solar Eclipse

On August 12, 2026, a solar eclipse plunged parts of Europe into darkness, from Iceland to Spain. In Spain, the astronomical event resulted in breathtaking images of the moon covering the sun over various locations including Valencia’s City of Arts and Sciences, Burgos Cathedral, and Zaragoza’s Basilica of Our Lady of the Pillar.

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August 13, 2026

100+ Iconic Photos Explore the Power of Presence in This Traveling Exhibition

Photography, as theorist Roland Barthes once argued, functions as a kind of proof, a “certificate of presence” confirming that a moment, person, or place truly existed. That idea anchors Presence: The Photography Collection of Judy Glickman Lauder, a new traveling exhibition organized by the American Federation of Arts (AFA). It features more than 100 photographs by over 50 artists, all drawn from one of the most significant private photography collections in the United States.

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August 12, 2026

Real-Life “Spider-Man Lizard” Has Brilliant Red-And-Blue Coloring Just Like the Marvel Hero

At first glance, the Mwanza flat-headed rock agama looks like someone painted a lizard in Spider-Man’s signature colors. Its bright red head and shoulders contrast sharply with a deep blue body, creating one of the most striking color combinations in the reptile world. But this eye-catching animal is completely real, and its unusual appearance serves an important purpose.

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