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If you believe your grandmother’s tales, those who want a good night’s sleep should steer clear of cheese before bed. But is there any truth to this myth? A study…
If you believe your grandmother’s tales, those who want a good night’s sleep should steer clear of cheese before bed. But is there any truth to this myth? A study…
It’s hard to find someone who hasn’t heard that sitting for long periods can lead to premature death. A team of researchers from the Norwegian School of Sports Sciences in…
Professor Anna Gilmore, head of the 21st Century Public Health Center at the University of Bath in the UK, led the research and shared these findings. “To truly understand the…
The literary figure created by Arthur Conan Doyle has come to life like a ghostly entity, reminiscent of the otherworldly beings the author encountered during his famous séances. Now, this…
The secret underground passages from Leonardo da Vinci’s notebook have finally been discovered! They were hidden beneath the Sforza Castle in Milan. A team from the Polytechnic University of Milan,…
Researchers at the Cyprus Institute (CyI) have uncovered a hidden male portrait that has been concealed for centuries beneath the famous painting by Titian, Ecce Homo (“Behold the Man”) from…
Art therapy is a psychological intervention rooted in art and creativity. This form of psychotherapy encompasses two main approaches: creative self-expression and the appreciation of existing works of art. Who…
British artist Jane Crowther began her career in 1986 after studying illustrative arts at Kingston Polytechnic. The money Jane earned as an artist barely covered her living expenses in the…
Art critics of the world, beware: pigeons might just take your job. This is thanks to a respected scientist who has taught a flock of these clever birds to “understand”…
For centuries, believers and travelers visiting the Sistine Chapel have marveled at the frescoes of Michelangelo Buonarroti (1475-1564), a master of the High Renaissance. Among these works is the fresco…
A joint Egyptian-American archaeological mission has uncovered the upper part of a statue of Ramses II near the city of El-Ashmunein, at the site of the ancient city of Hermopolis…
A team of researchers led by renowned 3D designer Cicero Moraes has reconstructed the appearance of Dante Alighieri (1265-1321), the author of the “Divine Comedy.” The face of the man…
What could be more beautiful than tiny sea creatures shimmering in the dark water in every imaginable color? As the sun sets over Florida and the sky and sea turn…
These late medieval frescoes had been hidden beneath a layer of plaster for nearly 300 years in one of the oldest buildings at Cambridge University. The artwork, which celebrates the…
It’s a well-known fact that famous artists often had large groups of students who assisted them in creating their masterpieces. Therefore, this news is noteworthy not just because of the…
Leonardo da Vinci is well-known for his experiments with the substances used in the ground and base composition of paints. A new discovery by scientists has focused on identifying a…
Through his own example, artist-dollmaker Noel Cruz has shown how to transform an unhappy life into a fairy tale and share it with others. He grew up in a large…
American jeweler and luxury designer Jay Strongwater (born 1960) has been creating beauty for over forty years. He lives in a world of luxurious fetishes: jewelry, figurines, furniture, mirrors, frames,…
A pair of psychologists from Chicago discovered that most people tend to remember the same artworks from those they are shown. Trent Davis and Wilma Bainbridge conducted three types of…
The Sistine Chapel, located in Vatican City, was constructed between 1473 and 1481. Many renowned artists of the time, including Sandro Botticelli, were invited to contribute to its frescoes, but…
Once, at the dawn of her creative journey, American Carol Long chose a technologically intricate yet rewarding medium for self-expression: ceramics. And she has never regretted her decision. It was…
Thanks to advancements in cutting-edge technology, scientists now find it easier to hunt for unexpected surprises in the chemical composition of “The Night Watch” (1642). Recently, a team of researchers…
Every year, throngs of visitors flock to the Mauritshuis Museum in The Hague, Netherlands, to admire the masterpiece of Jan Vermeer. Now, art enthusiasts have the chance to become co-creators…
German photographer Uli Westphal has spent several years not only as an artist but also as a researcher. Each time he strolled through the street markets of Berlin, he was…
This piece by French artist Henri Matisse, one of the most prominent figures of the Fauvism movement, was first displayed in 1961 at the Museum of Modern Art in New…
In 1976, this hit by ABBA soared to the top of the UK charts, where it remained for six weeks. This song is considered one of the best and most…
Since the late 1960s, American artist Dale Chihuly has been immersed in the art of glassblowing. His delicate masterpieces—vibrant, dynamic, and filled with light—can be seen at exhibitions across the…
Clint Eastwood’s first appearance on screen, 70 years ago, wasn’t even credited. It was his role as the “Man with No Name” that transformed him into a “star actor,” leading…
A creative businessman who introduced innovative approaches to the art of commerce built his renowned tea empire while already being a well-known millionaire. Hailing from the impoverished neighborhood of Glasgow,…
This fascinating biography tells the story of how a “struggling elementary school student,” who lost his mother at the age of eight, compensated for his lack of knowledge at two…
Beloved by women and respected by men, he gifted his Oscar to a friend’s son, healed from the loss of love through war, never gave autographs, avoided “societal servitude,” and…
“God in a Pink Suit” is a unique phenomenon of the American stage. Elvis Presley’s rock and roll emerged as a cultural alternative filled with dancing, fun, and eroticism, becoming…
One of the brightest personalities in modern sports has become a popular brand, a symbol of resilience and unwavering success. Thanks to his driving skills and fearlessness behind the wheel,…
Frank Sinatra, the beloved singer of several generations of Americans, navigated his path in such a way that its conclusion was deemed a metaphorical “end of the 20th century.” Fascinating…
Many chapters of the life of John Lennon, the founder, co-author, vocalist, and guitarist of the extraordinary band The Beatles, which opened the doors to British rock, have been documented…
The true name of the founder of ancient Chinese philosophical thought is Kong Qiu, but his students knew him as Kongzi or Kong Fuzi, which means “Master Kong.” By the…
“The resources of youth are intellect, talent, and creativity,” insists the actress, who continues to dazzle on glamorous red carpets. “If you learn to harness this source, you can truly…
O. Henry, with his characteristic humor, once advised: “The art of storytelling is to conceal everything that people are eager to know until your cherished views on unrelated matters are…
Jacqueline Kennedy served as the First Lady of the United States from 1961 to 1963 during the presidency of her husband, John F. Kennedy. In that brief time, she made…
This creative “workshop” turned writing into a production line, branding his work alongside other authors. In crafting his historical adventure novels, plays, travel stories, and cookbooks, the creator of “The…
Contemporaries described the author of the famous “Kiss” as “primitive yet sophisticated, simple yet complex, but always inspired.” This characterization by his acquaintance, journalist Bertha Zuckerhandl, can be considered objective,…
The world owes a debt of gratitude to the author of nearly eight hundred inventions in the field of electrical and radio engineering for the second (technological) phase of the…
“You just need to grow up, and a merciful God will leave you to your own devices,” – this metaphorical phrase from the writer and pilot may hold the key…
The story of a former stockbroker who traded the hustle and bustle of city life for the imagined tranquility of tropical islands serves as a precursor to downshifting—a conscious rejection…
For a third of his life, the notorious French aristocrat and free thinker, who miraculously escaped the guillotine twice, spent his days in prisons and asylums. A rebel, radical, and…
Why did the winner of France’s national film award and the Venice and Berlin Film Festival prizes struggle to make a career in Hollywood, and why did he choose not…
Since the mid-20th century, the glamorous figure of Eva Perón in Christian Dior attire has stood as a symbol of leftist ideals in South America, alongside the fiery “eternal revolutionary”…
Virginia di Castiglione (1837-1899) would have been better off being born a century later, or even 150 years later. In that case, her talent for modeling and her desire for…