Tag Archives: Culture

World Whale Day 2019 – WWF | WWF

Posted on February 16, 2019 by agogo22

World Whale Day 2019. WWF and Sky Ocean Rescue track whales in the Pelagos Sanctuary. […] Source: World Whale Day 2019 – WWF | WWF

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Andrea Levy reads Small Island

Posted on February 15, 2019 by agogo22

Andrea Levy (1956-2019) reads from her novel, Small Island.

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Schoolchildren go on strike over climate

Posted on February 15, 2019 by agogo22

Thousands of people gather in London, as students around the UK miss school to call for action. Students around the country walked out of school to call on the government to declare a climate emergency and take active steps to … Continue reading →

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Swirling Abstract Portraits by Firelei Báez Explore Identity in Diasporic Societies

Posted on February 15, 2019 by agogo22

Vessel of Genealogies” (2016, acrylic), graphite and ink on paper, 40.5 x 70 inches (102.9 x 177.8 cm) Using acrylic, gouache, ink, and graphite, artist Firelei Báez creates intricate portraits that blur the boundaries between abstraction, realism, and surrealism.  Báez forms … Continue reading →

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Chinese New Year: Unraveling the History of the Enchanting Festival – My Modern Met

Posted on February 13, 2019 by agogo22

How much do you know about Chinese New Year? Happy Chinese New Year! Every February, this enchanting holiday is honored by millions of people across the globe, making it one of the world’s most widespread celebrations. While there’s a chance … Continue reading →

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Gene editing can now change an entire species — forever

Posted on February 12, 2019 by agogo22

CRISPR gene drives allow scientists to change sequences of DNA and guarantee that the resulting edited genetic trait is inherited by future generations, opening up the possibility of altering entire species forever. More than anything, the technology has led to … Continue reading →

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Fill up With Five Stories About Soup

Posted on February 12, 2019 by agogo22

Delicious when you’re sick, delicious you’re well. Soup’s up! From hangover cures to phở, from soup made with bird nests to the humanitarian roots of Instant Ramen, you’ll leave this reel satisfied.

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A Love to the Moon and Back

Posted on February 12, 2019 by agogo22

All his life, Gene Shoemaker dreamed of stepping foot on the moon. A geologist known for his work with craters, Gene was set to be one of the first astronauts aboard Apollo 11. But, a failed medical test cut his … Continue reading →

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Dance, Dance Evolution

Posted on February 11, 2019 by agogo22

Dance seems to be the ultimate frivolity. How did it become a human necessity? Directed and Animated by Rosanna Wan and Andrew Khosravani. Produced by Kellen Quinn.[…]

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Cédric Villani on the 7 Ingredients of Creativity

Posted on February 11, 2019 by agogo22

What does it take to come up with a new idea? In this beautifully illustrated RSA Short, award-winning mathematician Cédric Villani reveals the seven key ingredients that come together to create breakthrough moments in human knowledge and innovation. Watch the … Continue reading →

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