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Scientists use X-rays to reveal clue about techniques da Vinci used when painting 'Mona Lisa'

October 11, 2023

Scientists use X-rays to reveal clue about techniques da Vinci used when painting 'Mona Lisa'

Researchers who used X-ray equipment on the 16th-century “Mona Lisa" has gained new insights into Leonardo da Vinci’s painting techniques.

Artwork believed stolen during Holocaust returned after 17-year fight with Ohio college

October 6, 2023

Artwork believed stolen during Holocaust returned after 17-year fight with Ohio college

Oberlin College in Ohio is returning a drawing believed to be stolen during the Holocaust from a Jewish art collector after 17 years of the family advocating for the return of the artwork.

Beautiful butterfly: Remarkable pictures show extremely rare long-tailed flying insect

October 6, 2023

Beautiful butterfly: Remarkable pictures show extremely rare long-tailed flying insect

Rare and unique butterflies were spotted in the United Kingdom ahead of the changing of the seasons. See the beautiful pictures of these insects in action!

California-based procrastination book club finally finishes its first tome after 28 years

October 6, 2023

California-based procrastination book club finally finishes its first tome after 28 years

A book club based in Los Angeles has finally finished reading its first book selection — which it began 28 years ago. The group finished "Finnegans Wake" by James Joyce this week.

Viral 'AI yearbook' trend allows people to create nostalgic high-school photos from any era

October 5, 2023

Viral 'AI yearbook' trend allows people to create nostalgic high-school photos from any era

Thousands of social media users are hopping on the viral AI yearbook trend by using the EPIK AI photo editor app to turn themselves into old-school stereotypes. Here's how it works.

Brain teaser: Can you find the owl without his sweater-matching buddy?

October 2, 2023

Brain teaser: Can you find the owl without his sweater-matching buddy?

In this seek-and-find brain teaser, sweater-wearing owls each have one twin, but there is a single bird that does not. How quickly can you find the lonesome owl?

Queen Elizabeth I's only surviving dress is on display in London, plus other royal attire and treasures

October 1, 2023

Queen Elizabeth I's only surviving dress is on display in London, plus other royal attire and treasures

A new exhibition in London has opened showcasing over 200 items of British royal regalia, including dresses, gloves, jewelry, theatrical costumes and military attire. See these stunning items.

Man gets probation for faking Native American heritage to sell art in Seattle

September 29, 2023

Man gets probation for faking Native American heritage to sell art in Seattle

Lewis Rath of Maple Falls, Washington, has been sentenced to two years' probation for masquerading as a member of Arizona's San Carlos Apache Tribe.

Fire razes Port Clyde, Maine waterfront, destroys multiple Wyeth paintings

September 29, 2023

Fire razes Port Clyde, Maine waterfront, destroys multiple Wyeth paintings

Several waterfront buildings in Port Clyde, Maine were destroyed in a fire late Wednesday, with art by Jamie and N.C. Wyeth falling victim to the blaze.

Halloween brain teaser: Can you find the panda hidden in this ghostly crowd?

September 26, 2023

Halloween brain teaser: Can you find the panda hidden in this ghostly crowd?

Challenge your attention to detail with this Halloween seek-and-find brain teaser, which has a panda hidden in a crowd of ghosts. Social media users say it's moderately difficult.