A Sprawling Sculpture Garden Featuring Modern Masterpieces Is Coming to the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam
The new space will feature artworks by the likes of Alberto Giacometti, Louise Bourgeois and Alexander Calder. Officials say it will be free for anyone to visit
https://www.smithsonianmag.com/smart-news/a-sprawling-sculpture-garden-featuring-modern-masterpeices-is-coming-to-the-rijksmuseum-in-amsterdam-180988018/
The new space will feature artworks by the likes of Alberto Giacometti, Louise Bourgeois and Alexander Calder. Officials say it will be free for anyone to visit
https://www.smithsonianmag.com/smart-news/a-sprawling-sculpture-garden-featuring-modern-masterpeices-is-coming-to-the-rijksmuseum-in-amsterdam-180988018/
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A Sprawling Sculpture Garden Featuring Modern Masterpieces Is Coming to the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam
The new space will feature artworks by the likes of Alberto Giacometti, Louise Bourgeois and Alexander Calder. Officials say it will be free for anyone to visit
A Robot Is Unraveling the Secrets of How Some Bats Bounce Sound Waves Off Leaves to Find Insect Prey
A new study from the Smithsonian Tropical Research Institute used a robot to mimic common big-eared bats' echolocation skills
https://www.smithsonianmag.com/smart-news/a-robot-is-unraveling-the-secrets-of-how-some-bats-bounce-sound-waves-off-leaves-to-find-insect-prey-180988031/
A new study from the Smithsonian Tropical Research Institute used a robot to mimic common big-eared bats' echolocation skills
https://www.smithsonianmag.com/smart-news/a-robot-is-unraveling-the-secrets-of-how-some-bats-bounce-sound-waves-off-leaves-to-find-insect-prey-180988031/
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A Robot Is Unraveling the Secrets of How Some Bats Bounce Sound Waves Off Leaves to Find Insect Prey
A new study from the Smithsonian Tropical Research Institute used a robot to mimic common big-eared bats' echolocation skills
Three Stunning Ways Biologists Aim to Edit Animal and Plant Genes to Fight Diseases and Extinction
The strategy, known as synthetic biology, is gaining momentum globally as a conservation tool and human health solution, despite attracting some critics
https://www.smithsonianmag.com/science-nature/three-stunning-ways-biologists-aim-to-edit-animal-and-plant-genes-to-fight-diseases-and-extinction-180988036/
The strategy, known as synthetic biology, is gaining momentum globally as a conservation tool and human health solution, despite attracting some critics
https://www.smithsonianmag.com/science-nature/three-stunning-ways-biologists-aim-to-edit-animal-and-plant-genes-to-fight-diseases-and-extinction-180988036/
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Three Stunning Ways Biologists Aim to Edit Animal and Plant Genes to Fight Diseases and Extinction
The strategy, known as synthetic biology, is gaining momentum globally as a conservation tool and human health solution, despite attracting some critics
This Plant Produces Plump, Fake Berries to Trick Birds Into Spreading Its Offspring Far and Wide
The black-bulb yam excels at mimicry, producing small clones of itself that look like the dark, shiny berries of seed-growing plants
https://www.smithsonianmag.com/smart-news/this-plant-produces-plump-fake-berries-to-trick-birds-into-spreading-its-offspring-far-and-wide-180988034/
The black-bulb yam excels at mimicry, producing small clones of itself that look like the dark, shiny berries of seed-growing plants
https://www.smithsonianmag.com/smart-news/this-plant-produces-plump-fake-berries-to-trick-birds-into-spreading-its-offspring-far-and-wide-180988034/
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This Plant Produces Plump, Fake Berries to Trick Birds Into Spreading Its Offspring Far and Wide
The black-bulb yam excels at mimicry, producing small clones of itself that look like the dark, shiny berries of seed-growing plants
Archaeologists Say They've Detected the Largest Stand-Alone Ancient Roman Villa Ever Unearthed in Wales
The mansion's foundations and floors are likely well-preserved, according to geophysical surveys. The discovery provides new insights into the Roman occupation in the region
https://www.smithsonianmag.com/smart-news/archaeologists-say-theyve-detected-the-largest-stand-alone-ancient-roman-villa-ever-unearthed-in-wales-180988032/
The mansion's foundations and floors are likely well-preserved, according to geophysical surveys. The discovery provides new insights into the Roman occupation in the region
https://www.smithsonianmag.com/smart-news/archaeologists-say-theyve-detected-the-largest-stand-alone-ancient-roman-villa-ever-unearthed-in-wales-180988032/
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Archaeologists Say They’ve Detected the Largest Stand-Alone Ancient Roman Villa Ever Unearthed in Wales
The mansion's foundations and floors are likely well-preserved, according to geophysical surveys. The discovery provides new insights into the Roman occupation in the region
These Are the Top Ten Most Anticipated Museums Opening Around the World in 2026
New institutions dedicated to digital art, exploration, hip-hop, conservation and more are expected to welcome visitors this year
https://www.smithsonianmag.com/travel/these-are-the-top-ten-most-anticipated-museums-opening-around-the-world-in-2026-180988037/
New institutions dedicated to digital art, exploration, hip-hop, conservation and more are expected to welcome visitors this year
https://www.smithsonianmag.com/travel/these-are-the-top-ten-most-anticipated-museums-opening-around-the-world-in-2026-180988037/
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These Are the Top Ten Most Anticipated Museums Opening Around the World in 2026
New institutions dedicated to digital art, exploration, hip-hop, conservation and more are expected to welcome visitors this year
Astronomers Discover a Mysterious Bar-Shaped Cloud of Iron Within the Iconic Ring Nebula
Humans have been eyeing the colorful Ring Nebula for nearly 250 years, but testing out a new telescope tool led to the perplexing finding
https://www.smithsonianmag.com/smart-news/astronomers-discover-a-mysterious-bar-shaped-cloud-of-iron-within-the-iconic-ring-nebula-180988040/
Humans have been eyeing the colorful Ring Nebula for nearly 250 years, but testing out a new telescope tool led to the perplexing finding
https://www.smithsonianmag.com/smart-news/astronomers-discover-a-mysterious-bar-shaped-cloud-of-iron-within-the-iconic-ring-nebula-180988040/
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Astronomers Discover a Mysterious Bar-Shaped Cloud of Iron Within the Iconic Ring Nebula
Humans have been eyeing the colorful Ring Nebula for nearly 250 years, but testing out a new telescope tool led to the perplexing finding
A Stunning Stretch of California's Rugged Coastline Is Now Open to the Public for the First Time in a Century
Privately owned until 2015, the 547-acre Estero Americano Coast Preserve is welcoming hikers, bird-watchers, wildflower lovers and other outdoor adventurers
https://www.smithsonianmag.com/smart-news/a-stunning-stretch-of-californias-rugged-coastline-is-now-open-to-the-public-for-the-first-time-in-a-century-180988035/
Privately owned until 2015, the 547-acre Estero Americano Coast Preserve is welcoming hikers, bird-watchers, wildflower lovers and other outdoor adventurers
https://www.smithsonianmag.com/smart-news/a-stunning-stretch-of-californias-rugged-coastline-is-now-open-to-the-public-for-the-first-time-in-a-century-180988035/
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A Stunning Stretch of California’s Rugged Coastline Is Now Open to the Public for the First Time in a Century
Privately owned until 2015, the 547-acre Estero Americano Coast Preserve is welcoming hikers, bird-watchers, wildflower lovers and other outdoor adventurers
Meet 13 People Who Survived on Deserted Islands, From a Real-Life Robinson Crusoe to a Noblewoman Marooned With Her Lover
Ahead of the release of Sam Raimi's "Send Help," revisit the stories of Alexander Selkirk, Marguerite de la Rocque, the Tongan castaways and others who endured in remote locales
https://www.smithsonianmag.com/history/meet-13-people-who-survived-on-deserted-islands-from-a-real-life-robinson-crusoe-to-a-noblewoman-marooned-with-her-lover-180988028/
Ahead of the release of Sam Raimi's "Send Help," revisit the stories of Alexander Selkirk, Marguerite de la Rocque, the Tongan castaways and others who endured in remote locales
https://www.smithsonianmag.com/history/meet-13-people-who-survived-on-deserted-islands-from-a-real-life-robinson-crusoe-to-a-noblewoman-marooned-with-her-lover-180988028/
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Meet 13 People Who Survived on Deserted Islands, From a Real-Life Robinson Crusoe to a Noblewoman Marooned With Her Lover
Ahead of the release of Sam Raimi's "Send Help," revisit the stories of Alexander Selkirk, Marguerite de la Rocque, the Tongan castaways and others who endured in remote locales
Humpback Whales Are Probably Learning How to Catch Prey With Bubble Nets by Watching One Another
The foraging strategy may help make humpbacks more resilient to food scarcity, emphasizing the importance of preserving their cultural knowledge, a study suggests
https://www.smithsonianmag.com/smart-news/humpback-whales-are-probably-learning-how-to-catch-prey-with-bubble-nets-by-watching-each-other-180988039/
The foraging strategy may help make humpbacks more resilient to food scarcity, emphasizing the importance of preserving their cultural knowledge, a study suggests
https://www.smithsonianmag.com/smart-news/humpback-whales-are-probably-learning-how-to-catch-prey-with-bubble-nets-by-watching-each-other-180988039/
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Humpback Whales Are Probably Learning How to Catch Prey With Bubble Nets by Watching One Another
The foraging strategy may help make humpbacks more resilient to food scarcity, emphasizing the importance of preserving their cultural knowledge, a study suggests
These High-Status Individuals Were Given a 'Princely' Burial Alongside a Fully Harnessed Horse in an Early Medieval Cemetery
Archaeologists in England recently discovered the sixth- and seventh-century graves, which also contained numerous weapons and personal items
https://www.smithsonianmag.com/smart-news/these-high-status-individuals-were-given-a-princely-burial-alongside-a-fully-harnessed-horse-in-an-early-medieval-cemetery-180988027/
Archaeologists in England recently discovered the sixth- and seventh-century graves, which also contained numerous weapons and personal items
https://www.smithsonianmag.com/smart-news/these-high-status-individuals-were-given-a-princely-burial-alongside-a-fully-harnessed-horse-in-an-early-medieval-cemetery-180988027/
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These High-Status Individuals Were Given a ‘Princely’ Burial Alongside a Fully Harnessed Horse in an Early Medieval Cemetery
Archaeologists in England recently discovered the sixth- and seventh-century graves, which also contained numerous weapons and personal items
Why Gen Z Is Trading Night Clubs for Japanese-Style Listening Bars
Dark rooms filled with soft leather sofas and curated vinyl are popping up across the United States and the world
https://www.smithsonianmag.com/travel/why-gen-z-is-trading-night-clubs-for-japanese-style-listening-bars-180988044/
Dark rooms filled with soft leather sofas and curated vinyl are popping up across the United States and the world
https://www.smithsonianmag.com/travel/why-gen-z-is-trading-night-clubs-for-japanese-style-listening-bars-180988044/
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Why Gen Z Is Trading Night Clubs for Japanese-Style Listening Bars
Dark rooms filled with soft leather sofas and curated vinyl are popping up across the United States and the world
This Detachable Robotic Hand Can Scurry Around and Grasp Objects Just Like Thing From the Addams Family
With up to six fingers that can bend in multiple directions, the innovative tool could one day be used to carry out tasks in tight spaces
https://www.smithsonianmag.com/smart-news/this-detachable-robotic-hand-can-scurry-around-and-grasp-objects-just-like-thing-from-the-addams-family-180988041/
With up to six fingers that can bend in multiple directions, the innovative tool could one day be used to carry out tasks in tight spaces
https://www.smithsonianmag.com/smart-news/this-detachable-robotic-hand-can-scurry-around-and-grasp-objects-just-like-thing-from-the-addams-family-180988041/
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This Detachable Robotic Hand Can Scurry Around and Grasp Objects Just Like Thing From the Addams Family
With up to six fingers that can bend in multiple directions, the innovative tool could one day be used to carry out tasks in tight spaces
Archaeologists Say They've Finally Found a Long-Lost Basilica That Matches the Denoscription the Architect Wrote 2,000 Years Ago
The structure is the first known evidence of a building attributed to Vitruvius, the author of an architectural treatise that influenced thinkers like Leonardo da Vinci
https://www.smithsonianmag.com/smart-news/archaeologists-say-theyve-finally-found-a-long-lost-basilica-that-matches-the-denoscription-the-architect-wrote-2000-years-ago-180988038/
The structure is the first known evidence of a building attributed to Vitruvius, the author of an architectural treatise that influenced thinkers like Leonardo da Vinci
https://www.smithsonianmag.com/smart-news/archaeologists-say-theyve-finally-found-a-long-lost-basilica-that-matches-the-denoscription-the-architect-wrote-2000-years-ago-180988038/
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Archaeologists Say They’ve Finally Found a Long-Lost Basilica That Matches the Denoscription the Architect Wrote 2,000 Years Ago
The structure is the first known evidence of a building attributed to Vitruvius, the author of an architectural treatise that influenced thinkers like Leonardo da Vinci
‘The Testament of Ann Lee’ Showcases the Minimalist Ingenuity of Shaker Furniture
Recreating the industrious world of the Shakers wasn’t just movie magic—it required conservators, curators and artisans
https://www.smithsonianmag.com/smithsonian-institution/the-testament-of-ann-lee-showcases-the-minimalist-ingenuity-of-shaker-furniture-180988053/
Recreating the industrious world of the Shakers wasn’t just movie magic—it required conservators, curators and artisans
https://www.smithsonianmag.com/smithsonian-institution/the-testament-of-ann-lee-showcases-the-minimalist-ingenuity-of-shaker-furniture-180988053/
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‘The Testament of Ann Lee’ Showcases the Minimalist Ingenuity of Shaker Furniture
Recreating the industrious world of the Shakers wasn’t just movie magic—it required conservators, curators and artisans
See How These Wristwatches Reimagine Famous Masterpieces by Claude Monet, Jackson Pollock, Edgar Degas and Paul Klee
The Swiss watchmaker Swatch has partnered with the Guggenheim to create a collection inspired by 20th-century artworks from the Impressionist and Abstract Expressionist movements
https://www.smithsonianmag.com/smart-news/see-how-these-wristwatches-reimagine-famous-masterpieces-by-claude-monet-jackson-pollock-edgar-degas-and-paul-klee-180988030/
The Swiss watchmaker Swatch has partnered with the Guggenheim to create a collection inspired by 20th-century artworks from the Impressionist and Abstract Expressionist movements
https://www.smithsonianmag.com/smart-news/see-how-these-wristwatches-reimagine-famous-masterpieces-by-claude-monet-jackson-pollock-edgar-degas-and-paul-klee-180988030/
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See How These Wristwatches Reimagine Famous Masterpieces by Claude Monet, Jackson Pollock, Edgar Degas and Paul Klee
The Swiss watchmaker Swatch has partnered with the Guggenheim to create a collection inspired by 20th-century artworks from the Impressionist and Abstract Expressionist movements
Rare Twin Mountain Gorillas Born in the Congo, Giving Hope to Those Working to Conserve the Endangered Animals
While the birth is sparking joy, infant mountain gorillas are vulnerable, and twins can be twice as hard for a mother to take care of
https://www.smithsonianmag.com/smart-news/rare-twin-mountain-gorillas-born-in-the-congo-giving-hope-to-those-working-to-conserve-the-endangered-animals-180988047/
While the birth is sparking joy, infant mountain gorillas are vulnerable, and twins can be twice as hard for a mother to take care of
https://www.smithsonianmag.com/smart-news/rare-twin-mountain-gorillas-born-in-the-congo-giving-hope-to-those-working-to-conserve-the-endangered-animals-180988047/
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Rare Twin Mountain Gorillas Born in the Congo, Giving Hope to Those Working to Conserve the Endangered Animals
While the birth is sparking joy, infant mountain gorillas are vulnerable, and twins can be twice as hard for a mother to take care of
United Nations Declares That the World Has Entered an Era of 'Global Water Bankruptcy'
We're living beyond our hydrological means and need to focus on long-term recovery, according to a new report
https://www.smithsonianmag.com/smart-news/united-nations-declares-that-the-world-has-entered-an-era-of-global-water-bankruptcy-180988045/
We're living beyond our hydrological means and need to focus on long-term recovery, according to a new report
https://www.smithsonianmag.com/smart-news/united-nations-declares-that-the-world-has-entered-an-era-of-global-water-bankruptcy-180988045/
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United Nations Declares That the World Has Entered an Era of ‘Global Water Bankruptcy’
We're living beyond our hydrological means and need to focus on long-term recovery, according to a new report
Get an Eyeful of These 15 Photos of Incredibly Cool Icicles
Nature’s wintry accessory, icicles help beautify snowy landscapes
https://www.smithsonianmag.com/science-nature/get-an-eyeful-of-these-15-photos-of-incredibly-cool-icicles-180987972/
Nature’s wintry accessory, icicles help beautify snowy landscapes
https://www.smithsonianmag.com/science-nature/get-an-eyeful-of-these-15-photos-of-incredibly-cool-icicles-180987972/
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Get an Eyeful of These 15 Photos of Incredibly Cool Icicles
Nature’s wintry accessory, icicles help beautify snowy landscapes
Can You See the Faded Outline of a Hand? Archaeologists Say This 67,800-Year-Old Stencil May Be the World's Oldest Known Rock Art
The prehistoric artist likely created the image by spraying ochre mixed with water over a hand flattened on the wall of a cave in Indonesia
https://www.smithsonianmag.com/smart-news/can-you-see-the-faded-outline-of-a-hand-archaeologists-say-this-67800-year-old-stencil-may-be-the-worlds-oldest-known-rock-art-180988054/
The prehistoric artist likely created the image by spraying ochre mixed with water over a hand flattened on the wall of a cave in Indonesia
https://www.smithsonianmag.com/smart-news/can-you-see-the-faded-outline-of-a-hand-archaeologists-say-this-67800-year-old-stencil-may-be-the-worlds-oldest-known-rock-art-180988054/
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Can You See the Faded Outline of a Hand? Archaeologists Say This 67,800-Year-Old Stencil May Be the World’s Oldest Known Rock Art
The prehistoric artist likely created the image by spraying ochre mixed with water over a hand flattened on the wall of a cave in Indonesia