Rainbow Lightning Captured Over Minnesota Twins Baseball Game Amid Extreme Weather

Una publicacion compartida por Minnesota Twins (@twins) Bad weather is baseball’s worst enemy. The Minnesota Twinssharedan image of the rainbow over Target Field, with the caption Baseball Skies. Most chaotic rainbow Ive ever seen, I think, hewrote. And yes, this was the true color of the sky. No filters applied or anything. We’ve cycled through from yellow to green to this hellish red in about an hour. The Braves would later defeat the Twins 10 to 6....

September 4, 2024 · 1 min · 146 words · Jared Garcia

Stylish Wall-Mounted Furniture for Cats Captures the Visual Flow of Waves

Theres no doubt that cats love to play. One such design isNami, a multifunctional fixture created byMau. On its own, Nami looks like an abstract artworkhalf sculpture, half wall decor. Even when unoccupied, it stands as a remarkable decorative addition to your space. The companys mission to marry form and function shines through Namis design. Nami is also easy to install thanks to its French cleat system. If this sounds perfect for your cat, you might now order Nami onMaus website....

September 4, 2024 · 1 min · 81 words · Ann Martin

Boy Gives His Last Dollar to a Millionaire He Mistook for a Homeless Man and Is Rewarded for His Generosity

Photo: MillaFedotova/Depositphotos Sometimes, the most striking acts of kindness are those that come from a child. And there’s no better example of this than the story of 9-year-old Kelvin Ellis Jr. To his surprise, the man wasn’t homeless but a millionaire who was moved by his gesture. The entrepreneur got himself ready for confrontation. Photo: MillaFedotova/Depositphotos And I go, What?' If you’re homeless, here’s a dollar,' Kelvin replied. …I always wanted to help a homeless person, and I finally had the opportunity....

September 3, 2024 · 2 min · 269 words · Laura Martinez

Matching Dinosaur Tracks Connect South America and Africa

Ornithopod tracks at Sousa Basin. When Pangea began to break up, it eventually produced chunks of land thatthough separated by oceansonce fit together. Evidence of this historic connection between the landmasses can be seen beyond the map. Ornithopod tracks at Sousa Basin. (Photo:Ismar de Souza Carvalho) They are very similar, and they belong primarily to theropod dinosaurs. This group of three-toed dinosaurs include theTyrannosaurus rex. They also noted the presence of sauropods or ornithischians....

September 3, 2024 · 1 min · 160 words · Robert Mills

Mysterious and Macabre Oil Paintings of People Shrouded in Textiles

As a result, his oil paintings form a dialogue with the past. Painted with precision, Akesson’s work is incredibly realistic. Im fascinated by how symbols are created and how they change. This clearly shines through in his paintings, which are filled with symbolism woven into the textiles' imagery. In doing so, we are playing right into Akesson’s hands. Swedish artist Markus Akesson is known for his mysterious and slightly macabre oil paintings....

September 3, 2024 · 1 min · 92 words · Carolyn Smith

What Is Contemporary Art? An In-Depth Look at the Modern-Day Movement

While its title is simplistic and straightforward, its modern-day meaning is not as clear-cut. What is Contemporary Art? Many of contemporary art’s guiding principles began long before this, however. Yayoi Kusama, “Yellow Pumpkin,” 1994 (Photo:Stock Photosfrom Adam Rifi/Shutterstock) To trace its evolution, let’s take a look at themajor movementsand important artists that compose its history. In post-war Britain and America,Pop Artwas pioneered by artists likeAndy WarholandRoy Lichtenstein. It is defined by an interest in portraying mass culture and reimagining commercial products as accessible art....

September 3, 2024 · 3 min · 504 words · Kenneth Hernandez

Woman’s Boss Gives the Best Reply When She Sends Email About Taking a Mental Health Day

However, there’s still much that could be done. Hey team, Im taking today and tomorrow off to focus on my mental health. Hopefully, I should be back next week refreshed and back to 100%, reads her message. Photo: VitalikRadko/Depositphotos Many managers would be somewhat reluctant about her choice. But Parker’s boss, Ben Congleton, completely supported her and thanked her for her transparency. I just wanted to personally thank you for using emails like this....

September 3, 2024 · 1 min · 139 words · Cheryl Ortega

28 Iconic Artists Who Immortalized Themselves Through Famous Self-Portraits

Throughout the course of art history, self-portraiture has remained a tried and true practice among leading artists. See our selection of 28 well-known artists' most famous self-portraits below. The painting now belongs to theAlte Pinakothek Museumin Munich, Germany. The piece now permanently resides in Turin’sRoyal Library. Rendered in 1660, the oil painting is now part of theMetropolitan Museum of Arts permanent collection. Today, this iconic self-portrayal is part of a private collection....

September 2, 2024 · 5 min · 875 words · Robert Ryan

Labor Day Sale at My Modern Met Store: Save 15% on All of Our Creative Products

Labor Day weekend often signifies the end of summer and also marks the beginning of the shopping season. The coziest time of year is coming up, so youll want to see to it youre prepared. Add to the fun with theDisappearing Constellation mugby Unemployed Philosophers Guild. But pour a hot beverage in it and youll see the star formations come to life. Are you a tea drinker? If so, we have something that will make your tea time legendary: theBaby Nessie tea infuser....

September 2, 2024 · 1 min · 192 words · Melissa Cervantes

Researchers Discover Horses Are Much More Intelligent and Strategic Than We Previously Thought

Photo: PIRITA/Depositphotos Horses are majestic beasts, gentle and loving yet powerful. They’ve been mankind’s faithful companion for the last5,000 years, enabling both travel and civilization building. To test a horse’s intellect, the team used a three stage process. Photo: PIRITA/Depositphotos The first stage trained 20 horses to expect a treat when they tapped a card with their nose. Naturally, they learned this connection. The punishment was not harsh, just a 10-second pause in the game without the possibility of treats....

September 2, 2024 · 1 min · 144 words · Elijah Kennedy

Seoul Shopping Center Redesigned With Contemporary Hourglass Makeover

To do so, they designed hourglass-shaped buildings with glistening crystalline facades. The dynamic ripples of the facade create interest and enhance the soft glow that it emits from within. They are then led into an open garden filled with cafes, restaurants, and shops. The buildings' double-layer skin is not only sustainable but also provides a canvas for art projects and exhibitions. Heatherwick Studio has won a competition to reimagine Seoul’s Hanwha Galleria....

September 2, 2024 · 1 min · 74 words · Jessica Maddox

America’s Oldest Board Game Teaches 19th-Century Geography

Some might guess the classics:Monopoly, Scrabble, or maybe evenJenga. However, the first American board game was invented long before these. It features 24 states, ranging from the Atlantic coast to new Southern ones such as Missouri and Arkansas. Photo: F. & R. Lockwood (Firm) viaWikimedia Commons(Public domain) The map includes 139 numbered cities and towns, which serve as spots for players to move to. The Royal Game of Ur, originating in ancientMesopotamia, is one of the earliest known board games....

September 1, 2024 · 1 min · 129 words · Richard Bernard

Celebrate Labor Day With 15% Off My Modern Met Academy’s Online Creative Classes

Celebrate the end of summer by treating yourself to an online art class withMy Modern Met Academy. If you love working with natural materials, let Anna Zakirova show you howflowers can be transformed into art. To see more offerings, check outall of our classes. Select from a wide variety of classes centered around painting, drawing, photography, and crafting. Let artist Dimitra Milan teach you how to create a dynamic mixed-media artwork....

August 31, 2024 · 1 min · 92 words · Tiffany Wright