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Back in Europe during the 16th and 17th centuries, animals conjured a remarkable sense of wonder. It was an era of unprecedented exploration, where scientific technology, trade, and colonial expansion led to the study of previously unknown or overlooked species. Integral to cataloging these beestjes, or ¡°little beasts,¡± were artists. An upcoming exhibition at the [¡]
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Like many things in nature, the sea is far from constant. One day, it can be placid and gleaming, whereas on another day, it can be volatile and severe. It¡¯s temperamental, its moods sometimes shifting within the same hour, but that¡¯s precisely what Scott Laurenson is drawn to. Based in coastal Queensland, Australia, the artist [¡]
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In Korean culture, bottaris have long served as traditional sacks, their fabric-encased bodies perfect for gathering and storing belongings. Though maybe unassuming at first, these bundles are a prominent theme throughout Kimsooja¡¯s creative practice, whose work revolves around cultural symbolism, light, movement, and interconnectedness. The Korean artist¡¯s newest installation is, as she says, a ¡°bottari [¡]
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The city of Nanjing, China, traditionally known as Jinling, has a unique place in history. Established over 3,100 years ago, it once was the world's largest city and the first to have a population of 1 million. With a mission to spotlight this significance and send a message about progress, AZL Architects was tasked with [¡]
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Art Nouveau is alive and well in Mexico City. To travel in time and step into this lavish architectural style, you just need to visit the Gran Hotel de la Ciudad de M¨¦xico. The building is full of history and boasts one of the most beautiful hotel lobbies in the world. Located just across the [¡]
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Being an astronaut is one of the coolest jobs out there, but it's not without its perils. And yet, it's these leaps of faith that keep space exploration going¡ªand the ones that make history. Over 300 astronauts and space tourists have performed spacewalks, but most have done so safely tied up to avoid being sucked [¡]
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There are many ways to create surface designs on fabric, many of which have a long place in our collective history.?Batik is one such approach. It¡¯s the art of decorating cloth using wax and dye. Batik is a resist technique, meaning that the wax acts as an impediment to the dye. Wherever the wax is [¡]
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Our eyes allow us to perceive the many colors that make up our world; however, it looks like we may have missed one of them. A team of scientists claims to have found a color no one has ever seen before. Their descriptions of this elusive shade have elicited curiosity, wonder, and even some skepticism [¡]
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Language is one of the few skills that set humans apart from all other animals. That's why scientists have long tried to determine its origins and understand its evolution. One of the avenues to do so has been through studying genetics, and now, a study seems to have found a key piece of the puzzle [¡]
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Regaining the ability to walk after a spinal cord injury is often considered a medical miracle, but new research may soon make it a more common occurrence. After receiving stem cells that had been ¡°reprogrammed,¡± a man who was paralyzed following a spinal cord injury can now stand on his own. This surprising development is [¡]
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Inspired by traditional Chinese lanterns, Sylvia Lee¡ªcreative and executive director of The Goodman Studio¡ªcreated a colorful series of handblown glass table lamps. Each elegant, made-to-order lantern honors Chinese cultural symbolism and Lee¡¯s cherished memories, serving as a heartfelt tribute to her ancestors. Being French Canadian with Chinese roots, Lee has always felt a strong connection [¡]
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Playing with toys might be for kids, but Hungarian photographer Benedek Lampert proves you can make a career out of it as an adult. He recently produced a dynamic photo series showcasing?LEGO Formula 1 (F1) cars racing?around a hand-crafted track. The images feature the LEGO Minifigures nestled in their racing cars as they ¡°burn¡± rubber [¡]
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