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Creative JoyMy Modern Met Reviewed Oct 21, 2026

Mr Doodle Turns His Signature Drawings Into a Giant 3D Sculpture of Himself

Mr Doodle Turns His Signature Drawings Into a Giant 3D Sculpture of Himself Sam Cox, aka Mr Doodle, is known for covering almost every surface in his monochrome drawings. Previously, he spent nearly two years doodling all over his 12-room home, covering walls, ceilings, staircases, and even bathtubs in his signature patterns and characters.

Good EarthPhys.org Earth Reviewed Oct 21, 2026

The bioeconomy is gaining ground worldwide, report shows

Oil and natural gas still account for the vast majority of the world's energy and raw materials, with all the associated environmental and biodiversity consequences. The bioeconomy is an approach to overcoming this dependence: Instead of using fossil fuels, it uses renewable resources such as plants, microorganisms and organic waste. The goal is for economic growth to go hand in hand with protecting species, the climate and soils.

Creative JoyMy Modern Met Reviewed Oct 21, 2026

380,000 Colorful LEGO Flowers Seem To Spill From an Art Center in Shanghai

380,000 Colorful LEGO Flowers Seem To Spill From an Art Center in Shanghai LEGO Group’s in-house advertising agency, known as Our LEGO Agency, has transformed an old industrial site in Shanghai with a wave of color. The creative team took over the Tank Shanghai Art Center, located in a group of former aviation fuel tanks, with a campaign titled Botanical Wave.

Good EarthPhys.org Earth Reviewed Oct 21, 2026

Cost-analysis tool allows coastal communities to see and estimate benefits of investing in storm-protection measures

Today, as part of the official release of California's Fifth Climate Change Assessment, researchers at the University of California, Santa Cruz, have launched a platform, data and tools that community leaders can use to estimate the block-by-block climate risks and the cost-effectiveness of adaptation solutions for reducing coastal damages.

Science and HealthNASA News Reviewed Oct 21, 2026

NASA’s SR-1 Freedom Advances with Progress on Nuclear Power Module

Destined for Mars and beyond, NASA’s Space Reactor-1 (SR-1) Freedom will be humanity’s first fission-powered spacecraft to travel outside Earth’s orbit. Announced during NASA’s “Ignition” event, this mission will demonstrate nuclear electric propulsion in deep space, and progress is underway on its key element: the nuclear power module. To expedite development of the spacecraft, NASA

Creative JoyMy Modern Met Reviewed Oct 21, 2026

Four African Painters Explore Memory and Identity Through Unfinished Lines

Four African Painters Explore Memory and Identity Through Unfinished Lines Four contemporary African painters explore cultural identity and personal history in Unfinished Lines, an exhibition presented by Art of Contemporary Africa (AOCA) at Minnesota Street Project in San Francisco. Featuring Papytsho Mafolo, Hussein Salim, Pascal Konan, and Aza Mansongi, the exhibition brings together distinct approaches to painting and mixed media.

Science and HealthNASA News Reviewed Oct 20, 2026

NASA Provides Progress Update on Moon Base Rovers

As NASA works to build the Moon Base, crewed and robotic lunar rovers will play a crucial role during early development through technology demonstrations, astronaut transport, terrain mapping, scientific investigations, and resource prospecting. Data from these early missions will inform future mobility systems and infrastructure needed for astronauts to live and work on the Moon.

Creative JoyMy Modern Met Reviewed Oct 20, 2026

Artist Creates One-of-a-Kind Shoes Made of Real Flowers and Vegetables

Artist Creates One-of-a-Kind Shoes Made of Real Flowers and Vegetables Shoes and flowers are two things that don’t commonly intersect, except in the work of Katerina Shukshina, whose floral footwear uses real blooms to create whimsical, unexpected pieces of art. Raised in a small village, Shukshina has always felt closely connected to the countryside.

Science and HealthNASA News Reviewed Oct 20, 2026

NASA Welcomes Uzbekistan as Newest Artemis Accords Signatory

The Republic of Uzbekistan became the 77th signatory of the Artemis Accords during a ceremony in Samarkand on Monday, committing to the practical principles that guide safe, transparent, and responsible civil space exploration. “Uzbekistan joins the Artemis Accords at a pivotal moment,” said NASA Deputy Administrator Matt Anderson. “President Trump has directed NASA to build

Creative JoyMy Modern Met Reviewed Oct 20, 2026

Are You Drawing for Inktober? Here’s How to Keep the Inky Goodness Going

Are You Drawing for Inktober? Here’s How to Keep the Inky Goodness Going With practically two-thirds of October complete, we’re also approaching the end of Inktober. The worldwide art challenge inspires daily art-making with creative prompts that will have you picking up your pen and sketching something new. But what happens when Inktober concludes? Here’s How to Keep the Inky Goodness Going

Creative JoyMy Modern Met Reviewed Oct 20, 2026

15 Ancient Greek Artifacts Worth Nearly $3 Million Are Finally Returning Home

15 Ancient Greek Artifacts Worth Nearly $3 Million Are Finally Returning Home Ancient artifacts can spend decades far from where they were originally found. But for 15 Greek antiquities that were recently held at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, that journey is finally coming to an end. The Manhattan District Attorney’s Office recently announced the repatriation of 15 artifacts collectively valued at nearly $3 million.

Good EarthPhys.org Earth Reviewed Oct 20, 2026

Cutting air pollution and greenhouse gases could save Africa billions while improving health

Lowering air pollution in Africa has many economic benefits, according to new research by environmental scientists Chris Malley, Kevin Hicks and Caroline Sawe. They reflect on two reports that set out the practical ways that African countries can cut air pollution and greenhouse gas emissions at the same time, while saving billions through lower health care costs, fewer days lost to illness and greater productivity.

Creative JoyMy Modern Met Reviewed Oct 20, 2026

NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani Vows To Protect Horses by Banning Horse-Drawn Carriages in Central Park

NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani Vows To Protect Horses by Banning Horse-Drawn Carriages in Central Park The Big Apple is iconic for many reasons, including its creative culture, crowded streets, and Central Park. Despite the excitement and energy the city evokes, New York can be a very overwhelming city—not just for the tourists, but also for the horses that can get spooked easily.

Creative JoyMy Modern Met Reviewed Oct 19, 2026

The Empowering Art Installations of the First-Ever Daisy Chain Fields Festival

The Empowering Art Installations of the First-Ever Daisy Chain Fields Festival The inaugural edition of Daisy Chain Fields festival was a resounding success. Bringing together some of the most compelling female music performers of the last few decades, led by festival creator Olivia Rodrigo, the event raised $20 million for charity, benefitting organizations that support women and girls.

Creative JoyMy Modern Met Reviewed Oct 19, 2026

Winners of Rewilding Europe Award 2026 Show Possibilities for When People and Nature Share Space

Winners of Rewilding Europe Award 2026 Show Possibilities for When People and Nature Share Space Within the European Wildlife Photographer of the Year competition is a special category prize. The Rewilding Europe Award 2026 showcases images of wildlife making a comeback across the continent and highlights the possibilities for when people and nature share space.