Buffalo Bills Player Damar Hamlin’s Charity Raises $7 Million Since His On-Field Cardiac Arrest

The game was suspended and Hamlin was taken to the hospital in an ambulance. Fear and concern were noticeable on the faces of his teammates and everyone in the stadium. The campaign, which originally raised $2,500, is an initiative from Hamlin’s Chasing M’s Foundation. For the third straight year, the organization had celebrated a toy drive, as well other charity events. 100% of the funds raised will go toward the purchase of toys for kids in need....

January 5, 2023 · 1 min · 132 words · Taylor Davis

Monumental Ceramic Coral Reef Installation Is a Swirling Combination of Beauty and Awareness

We often associate ceramic art with fragility, and artistCourtney Mattisonpairs the connection with imagery of colorful coral reefs. At the same time, she also calls attention to the crisis these organisms are in. They are under serious threat because of human-caused climate change. This features one of her latest pieces,Gyre. The individual elements include some fantastical coral creations as well as others that are mashups of her favorite species. While conservation is at the heart of Mattisons work, wonder is also an important component....

January 5, 2023 · 1 min · 122 words · Christopher Rivera

The Surprisingly Heart-Wrenching History of Robert Indiana’s ‘LOVE’ Sculptures

Though aesthetically simple and seemingly straightforward, theLOVEseries actually boasts unexpected undertonesand a surprisingly heart-wrenching history. What isLOVE? The bold red letters stand out against a backdrop that alternates between bright blue and green. “Love” sculpture in New York City (Stock Photosfrom f11photo/Shutterstock) Given its Christmas card origins, however, its relationship with Christianity is not entirely surprising. This Christian denomination was founded by Mary Baker Eddy, a self-described spiritual pioneer, in 1879....

January 5, 2023 · 2 min · 282 words · Ashley Ross

This Elegant Wall Hanging Cleverly Doubles as a Stylish Wood Desk

The Flow Wall Desk is a piece of wall art that doubles as a wooden desk.

January 5, 2023 · 1 min · 16 words · Margaret Walsh

20 Easy-Going Gift Ideas for Anyone That Loves Sloths

This post may contain affiliate links. If you make a purchase, My Modern Met may earn an affiliate commission. hey readour disclosurefor more info. This post may contain affiliate links. If you make a purchase, My Modern Met may earn an affiliate commission. Please readour disclosurefor more info. With their laid-back attitude and seemingly permanent smile,slothsmake it really hard not to love them. Scroll down for some adorable gift ideas for the sloth lovers in your life....

January 4, 2023 · 1 min · 146 words · Jeremy Velazquez

Artist Hides Giant Wooden Troll Sculptures in Western Australia for Everyone To Find

You just have to know where to look! Its part ofGiants of Mandurah, and hes installed six different trolls throughout the area. Each sculpture has a different pose that corresponds to its site. One troll sits quietly on the shores overlooking the water while another grips a tree in a forest setting. Once someone collects the symbols and breaks the code, it leads them to another secret troll. Created with children in mind, the hide-and-seek aspect was an important element of the project....

January 4, 2023 · 1 min · 150 words · Cynthia Thomas

Awe-inspiring Hyperrealistic Sculptures Seemingly Bring Historical Figures Back to Life

Hiro continues to work on films today but began creating hyperrealistic sculptures two decades ago. Basically, I used a lot of techniques for special effects makeup to create the portrait. After seeing the response, he wanted to continue creating busts. Frida Kahlo Constructing a sculpture is a fluid process and one where the design and concept can change a lot. Coloring, he explains, even one hair, changes how the final sculpture [looks]....

January 4, 2023 · 1 min · 181 words · Sara Lee MD

Two Strangers Met in an Elevator And This Is How They Fell in Love

After checking in, she headed to the elevator. It was about to close when Hurst slid in, apologizing to the group of people inside. Herreaction: Just, I don’t know, instantly hot on any guy. Hurst remembers being immediately attracted to him. The man, Preet Banerjee, was also in town for a conference. The group got off the elevator then, and waited for another elevator that went higher in the building....

January 4, 2023 · 4 min · 689 words · Tanya Diaz

24 Trailblazing Women in Street Art Are Celebrated in New Book

Medianeras for The Crystal Ship. Ostend, Belgium, 2021. (Image courtesy the artist)This post may contain affiliate links. Medianeras for The Crystal Ship. Ostend, Belgium, 2021. (Image courtesy the artist)This post may contain affiliate links. If you make a purchase, My Modern Met may earn an affiliate commission. Please readour disclosurefor more info. If you make a purchase, My Modern Met may earn an affiliate commission. hey readour disclosurefor more info....

January 3, 2023 · 2 min · 296 words · Gloria Harris

33 Valentine’s Day Gifts for the Lovable Little Ones in Your Life

This post may contain affiliate links. If you make a purchase, My Modern Met may earn an affiliate commission. kindly readour disclosurefor more info. This post may contain affiliate links. If you make a purchase, My Modern Met may earn an affiliate commission. Please readour disclosurefor more info. As a day dedicated to love,Valentine’s Dayis often considered a couple’s holiday. While romance definitely plays a big role inFebruary 14s festivities, it’s not the only bond worth celebrating....

January 3, 2023 · 2 min · 240 words · Emily Webster

Enchanting Photos of Ice Skaters Gliding Alongside Windmills in the Dutch Countryside

The winter conjures up images of cold-weather activities like ice skating. Set against gentle orange and candy-colored skies, the giant towers dwarf the people on the ice. The effect is enchanting; at once, the images encapsulate the beauty and charm of the frigid season. (Climate change has caused warmer days during the winter and less ice.) The photographers images are a celebration of the cold. Scroll down for more of Dros enchanting images....

January 3, 2023 · 1 min · 108 words · Olivia Tran

LEGO Kit Lets People Make Their Own Version of Hokusai’s ‘The Great Wave’

This post may contain affiliate links. If you make a purchase, My Modern Met may earn an affiliate commission. like readour disclosurefor more info. This post may contain affiliate links. If you make a purchase, My Modern Met may earn an affiliate commission. Please readour disclosurefor more info. Few artworks are as recognizable as Hokusai’sThe Great Wave. Now, fans of this recognizable piece can build it from scratch with a new kit byLEGO....

January 3, 2023 · 1 min · 197 words · Jaime Murray

Mom Dog Escaping the Cold Delivers Her Puppies in a Nativity Scene Manger

The government of Palenque, in Southern Mexico, set up a large nativity scene on the main square. Upon closer inspection, it became clear she was not aloneshe had very recently given birth to seven puppies. On most nativity scenes, the floor is covered with hay to recreate the manger. Photo:Dejando Huellitas SOS For this one, a cover was also needed to protect the figures from the elements. The community has rallied around them, donating food and a bed....

January 3, 2023 · 1 min · 119 words · Brandon Hurley