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Social media, TV hosts mock curvy mermaid statue controversy: 'What's the problem?'

May 7, 2023

Social media, TV hosts mock curvy mermaid statue controversy: 'What's the problem?'

Most people took issue with what they deemed an "inaccurate" depiction of a mermaid since she has a human backside and a fishtail, which many say is incongruous.

Next 'step' for vegan couture? Running shoe looks good enough to eat

May 4, 2023

Next 'step' for vegan couture? Running shoe looks good enough to eat

Two companies, Future Farms and Matt B Customs, have teamed up to create a "vegan couture running shoe" that almost looks good enough to eat — the idea is to educate and share a bit of fun, too.

Curvy mermaid statue in Italy makes a viral splash as residents debate if it's 'vulgar' or 'beautiful'

May 3, 2023

Curvy mermaid statue in Italy makes a viral splash as residents debate if it's 'vulgar' or 'beautiful'

A cheeky and buxom mermaid statue created to honor an Italian Nobel Prize winner has appeared to confuse residents of a small port city and the rest of the world.

Artwork shown in museums can make people happier on one condition, says study

May 3, 2023

Artwork shown in museums can make people happier on one condition, says study

A new study out of the University of Florence in Italy has found that improving the cultural experience of "non-expert" visitors is critical work for art museums — here's how.

Brain teaser: Can you find the green apple hidden among the cacti?

May 3, 2023

Brain teaser: Can you find the green apple hidden among the cacti?

Challenge your vision and attention to detail with this cactus seek-and-find brain teaser, which has a green apple hidden among an array of cacti. How fast can you solve the puzzle?

Hit Broadway musical 'Some Like It Hot' nominated for 13 Tony Awards, the most for any show this year

May 2, 2023

Hit Broadway musical 'Some Like It Hot' nominated for 13 Tony Awards, the most for any show this year

The Broadway musical adaptation of "Some Like It Hot" has received 13 Tony Award nominations. The show follows two musicians who disguise themselves as women.

From Tallahassee to Tuscany, a Florida teacher’s renaissance: 'gracious and hospitable'

May 1, 2023

From Tallahassee to Tuscany, a Florida teacher’s renaissance: 'gracious and hospitable'

Following her resignation from a Florida charter school over some parental complaints over seeing naked art, Hope Carrasquilla was invited by the mayor of Florence to be his guest in the famous Italian city.

‘Hungry’ South Korean student finds banana artwork very appealing: report

May 1, 2023

‘Hungry’ South Korean student finds banana artwork very appealing: report

An expensive piece of artwork consisting of a banana duct-taped to a wall was eaten by a South Korean art student.

American artists quiz! How well do you know these great artists and their distinguished works?

May 1, 2023

American artists quiz! How well do you know these great artists and their distinguished works?

From Thomas Cole to Mary Cassatt to Norman Rockwell, test your knowledge of some great American artists and their creative works that have delighted and inspired millions.

10 ways big government uses AI to create the totalitarian society of Orwell's classic '1984'

May 1, 2023

10 ways big government uses AI to create the totalitarian society of Orwell's classic '1984'

George Orwell's classic novel of dystopia, "1984," showed monolithic government using artificial intelligence and surveillance to create a totalitarian society. Here are 10 ways this is relevant today.