Tag Archives: Life

Man Spends $16K on Lifelike Dog Costume to “Become an Animal” | My Modern Met

By Sara Barnes on May 31, 2022 It’s not cake…but it’s not actually a dog either. You might be a dog lover, but have you ever adored a breed so much that you want to be it? A man named … Continue reading

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Common trees of the UK, Part 2 (Wild Cherry, Elder, Scots Pine, Wych Elm, Lime, Sycamore)

Part 2 of the identification and uses of some of the UKs most common trees […]

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Getting old without getting older – with Andrew Steele

Ageing is not a biological inevitability. Scientists are studying every aspect of the body which could lead to treatments that could slow down, or even stop, the ageing process. In this talk by Andrew Steele, discover how understanding the scientific … Continue reading

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The Number of Times I Numbered the Number of Times

It’s comforting to count things. By Grace Rex With Anne Troup and Herbie Go Narrated by Rajesh Bose Production assistance from Sofia Santoni Shot on Vision3 Kodak film in Mono No Aware’s Intro to 35MM workshop

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Photo of the Day | World Press Photo

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Things you need to know about BLACKBIRDS!

A short fact file about the Common Blackbird, including information about their diet, their appearance, how and when they nest and much more! The blackbird is the fourth most common garden bird in the UK and a familiar sight around … Continue reading

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Plague Stone from 1666 | Museum Archive

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A starling murmuration in Rome, Italy⁠ ⁠ | Video by @shachnevavika

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Photographer Shares How a Community in Kenya Came Together to Help Orphaned Elephants | My Modern Met

By Jessica Stewart on May 21, 2022 “Everywhere I go, I see people, often with very little, making huge impacts in their communities and the planet.”   Conservation photographer Ami Vitale is known for her incredible ability to support local … Continue reading

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Watch a Wildlife Photographer Get Mobbed by a Group of Meerkats | My Modern Met

By Arnesia Young on May 22, 2022 View this post on Instagram A post shared by Nick Kleer (@nickkleer) When you’re a wildlife photographer, the goal is to blend in with your surroundings. Nick Kleer understood the assignment. South African … Continue reading

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