Research Indicates That Engaging with Music Could Lower Dementia Risk by Over 30%

How frequently do you enjoy music? After going through this article, you may feel inspired to listen to your beloved tunes repeatedly. A recent study featured in the *International Journal of Geriatric Psychiatry* indicates that individuals who engage with music or play an instrument can lower their risk of developing dementia by more than one-third. The research conducted by the […]

Insights Acquired from 15 Years of Capturing Images of Foxes

Wildlife shutterbug Roeselien Raimond understands a thing or two regarding foxes. She has been watching and snapping photos of these elusive animals for over a decade, documenting their grace, charm, and peculiarities, from how they express affection for one another to the various expressions they display. Now, she has gathered her knowledge on foxes and is imparting her insights to […]

Virtual Art Courses to Break Through Your Creative Block

Feeling artistically blocked or interested in exploring a different style? My Modern Met Academy provides a variety of online art courses designed to rekindle your creative inspiration. Their newest classes offer distinctive chances for experimentation and skill growth. **Mixed Media Portrait Drawing**: Instructed by the self-taught artist Nitika Alé, this course delves into portraiture utilizing watercolor, soft pastels, and charcoal. […]

Philadelphia Art Museum Director Files Lawsuit After Dismissal

**Alexandra Suda Sues Philadelphia Art Museum After Termination** Less than a week after her dismissal as director and CEO of the Philadelphia Art Museum (PhAM), Alexandra “Sasha” Suda has filed a lawsuit against the institution, claiming unlawful termination and breaches of her employment agreement. This legal step follows an external investigation, prompted by a board committee, which influenced her exit. […]

Public Artwork by Shellyne Rodriguez Honors the Bronx

Shellyne Rodriguez, a renowned artist and community organizer, unveiled her latest public artwork, “Phoenix Ladder: Monument to the People of the Bronx,” on November 8. The terracotta, brick, and steel sculpture features an ascending ladder, symbolizing resilience and renewal, reflecting the Bronx’s history of overcoming adversity. The piece commemorates the rebuilding of the borough following the 1970s fires, which destroyed […]

Experience The Met Virtually: Take a VR Tour

The Metropolitan Museum of Art Launches Immersive Virtual Reality Exhibitions Today, November 10, the Metropolitan Museum of Art unveiled two pioneering digital exhibitions that invite visitors to engage with its revered collections through virtual reality. This new initiative allows art enthusiasts to explore the museum’s iconic galleries from the comfort of their homes, using either a VR headset or a […]

The True Identity of Marie Antoinette Beyond Her Opulent Image

Marie Antoinette’s Influence on Fashion and Politics Explored at the V&A Museum The Victoria and Albert Museum in London is currently hosting an exhibition titled “Marie Antoinette Style,” a captivating exploration of the life and influence of one of history’s most iconic queens. Known both for her fashion-forward choices and her controversial role in the turmoil leading up to the […]

Roman Shipwreck Found Almost Completely Intact in Six Feet of Water Near Mallorca

A remarkably preserved Roman merchant ship from the late Roman Empire, resting just about six feet (two meters) beneath the crystal blue waters off the coast of the island of Mallorca, near the Iberian Peninsula, is set to be recovered and raised starting in 2026. The [Ses Fontanelles shipwreck](https://ia.ub.edu/en/ses-fontanelles-shipwreck/), dating back to the mid-4th century CE, has provided researchers with […]