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What is Islamic architecture? Whether religious or secular, however, the splendid style is defined by several common characteristics. It is one of the oldest elements of Islamic architecture and is found next to most mosques. The facade of Sheikh Lotfollah Mosque, a masterpiece of the Iranian architecture, built between 1602 – 1619 during the Safavid dynasty (Photo:Stock Photosfrom Athikhom Saengchai/Shutterstock) This occurs five times a day: at dawn, noon, mid-afternoon, sunset, and night....

It’s time to return to school with this fun quiz about world capitals. Test your knowledge of geography and different cultures in this20-question quiz. We’re not going to lie; it’s challenging. So put your thinking cap on and dive in to see how you do. Along the way, you’ll learn a little more about capital cities across the globe. Related Articles: Quote Quest: Who Said It? Art Edition [Quiz] Discover Your Political Alter Ego: Which Former U....

While we usually think of them as being streeks of white, occasionally they appear in different colors. It’s just not usually visible to the human eye. India-based photographerSoumyadeep Mukherjeemanaged to capture this sight in a series of stunning photos. Mukherjee went out with the intention of snapping pictures of the ISS transit of the sun. However, due to some unexpected clouds blocking the sun, he was forced to abandon that plan....

But one particular bear has been making headlines for its very suspicious looks. A nowviral videoshows a sun bear named Angela living at Hangzhou Zoo, but shes been raising eyebrows. Distraught about the claims, the zoo staff quickly denied the rumors. Photo: Screenshot fromYouTube Of course its a real animal, its definitely not a person in disguise, a workersaid. Our place is a state-run facility, such situations wont happen here....

Embed from Getty Images Thedeath of Angus Cloudhas been a big shock to all, including theEuphoriashow family. Id like to remember him that way. For all of the boundless light, love, and joy he always managed to give us. Ill cherish every moment. Maude Apatow, who plays Lexi inEuphoriathe love interest of Cloud’s character, Fezcowas devastated by the loss. Angus was the funniest person ever, Apatowwrites. He was the sweetest and made everyone around him so happy....

Photo: CREISINGER/DepositphotosThis post may contain affiliate links. If you make a purchase, My Modern Met may earn an affiliate commission. hey readour disclosurefor more info. Photo: CREISINGER/DepositphotosThis post may contain affiliate links. If you make a purchase, My Modern Met may earn an affiliate commission. Please readour disclosurefor more info. Even when it seems like the height of summer, back-to-school time is just around the corner. Preparing your whole family for going back to school is important, but it should also be fun....

Astrology may seem frivolous to some today, but it figured heavily into world views during the Renaissance. The stars could have a powerful impact on one’s life, includingpredicting your future. Thurneisser lived from around 1530 to his death in 1596. This included such pursuits as seeking the philosophers stone for alchemists and predicting the future for astrologers. Known as amiracle doctor, Thurneisser was eventually denounced by his peer scholars. However, his main achievements still fascinate today: his two intricate works of astrology....

Photo: Screenshot from12News Turning 90 is a huge achievement. That’s why a woman named Marg Burg wanted to celebrate it in a truly spectacular fashion. And so she took to the skies with the help of a skydiving instructor. Photo: Screenshot from12News The inspiration for this came from having seen a public figure celebrate his birthday in a similar fashion. Well, I saw George Bush do it when he was 90....

Elton John Much like vinyl did a few years ago, cassette tapes seem to be having aresurgence. So what better time to pay tribute to these portable music vessels? PhotographerAmy Corsoncreates portraits of famous musicians with the magnetic black tape within cassette tapes. Elton John Corson began her cassette tape project about a decade ago. With no way to play them anymore, I wondered if they could be used in another way....

Photo: PLOS Genetics The Siberian permafrost is fertile ground for findingand revivingprehistoric life, fromplantstoanimalstosmall microorganisms. A new article study inPLOS Geneticstouches on something even more remarkable. The prehistoric roundworms were previously unknown and have been dubbedPanagrolaimus kolymaensisby researchers. Photo: PLOS Genetics These incredible animals survived by entering a state known as cryptobiosis. But organisms experiencing cryptobiosis aren’t dead at all and will return to normal once conditions improve. Think of it as hibernation taken to an extreme level....

However, methods such as hearing aids and cochlear implants can be very expensive to acquire. Its 2017, Lavakare recalled thinking, as explained toThe Stanford Daily. Why isnt there something that can help my friend participate in conversations in a mainstream setting? TranscribeGlass technology. (Photo:TranscribeGlass) In 2021, Tom Pritsky, Stanford M.S. 23, became a co-founder, bringing a hearing loss perspective to the team. I really like captions for movies, Pritsky told the school paper....

Sadly, not every pair gets one. After eloping at 18, Jacque and Chris Ford never had a ceremony, much less a dance. They never got their own first dance. Photo: Screenshot fromTikTok The camera then turns to her parents. A visibly emotional Jacque is then led to the dance floor by her husband. The gesture touched the wedding guests, who look moved and amazed as the event unfolds. Photo: Screenshot fromTikTok...

Photo: (left) Photo: AntonMatyukha/Depositphotos| (right) Khara PlicanicThis post may contain affiliate links. If you make a purchase, My Modern Met may earn an affiliate commission. kindly readour disclosurefor more info. Photo: (left) Photo: AntonMatyukha/Depositphotos| (right) Khara PlicanicThis post may contain affiliate links. If you make a purchase, My Modern Met may earn an affiliate commission. Please readour disclosurefor more info. This means that, before long, you’ll be able to complete a host of other projects....