Marcel Kuhn
Peaks of Majesty: 8 States with the Highest Mountain Peaks
of Majesty: 8 States with the Highest Mountain Peaks The United States is home to some awe-inspiring mountain ranges, with ...
10 Roles That Nearly Ruined Famous Actors’ Careers
Ben Affleck in “Gigli” Ben Affleck in “Gigli” (image credits: flickr) Ben Affleck was riding high after hits like “Good Will Hunting” and “Armageddon,” but everything changed in 2003 with “Gigli.” The romantic comedy, co-starring Jennifer Lopez, bombed so badly that it’s still a punchline in Hollywood. Critics tore the film apart, with Rotten Tomatoes …
11 Underrated Female Artists History Almost Erased
Artemisia Gentileschi: The Baroque’s Forgotten Prodigy Artemisia Gentileschi: The Baroque’s Forgotten Prodigy (image credits: flickr) Artemisia Gentileschi was a trailblazer in 17th-century Italy, but her talent was overshadowed for centuries by her male contemporaries. Despite being the first woman admitted to Florence’s prestigious Accademia di Arte del Disegno, her works were often attributed to her …
The 20 Most Beautiful Artworks Ever Created—Ranked by Experts
Mona Lisa by Leonardo da Vinci Mona Lisa by Leonardo da Vinci (image credits: unsplash) It’s almost impossible to start any list of breathtaking artworks without mentioning the Mona Lisa. Painted by Leonardo da Vinci in the early 1500s, this portrait has mesmerized millions with her enigmatic smile and mysterious aura. The Louvre Museum in …
The Real Stories Behind 10 Famous Portraits You Thought You Knew
The Unseen Smile of the Mona Lisa The Unseen Smile of the Mona Lisa (image credits: pixabay) When people talk about famous portraits, the Mona Lisa usually comes to mind first. Painted by Leonardo da Vinci in the early 1500s, her half-smile has baffled viewers for centuries. But recent research using high-resolution scans has revealed …
Why I Gave Up Meditation for Screaming—and You Might Want To, Too
The Surprising Truth About Meditation Fatigue The Surprising Truth About Meditation Fatigue (image credits: unsplash) For years, meditation has been hailed as the ultimate stress buster. But here’s something that might shock you: not everyone finds peace in silence. A 2023 survey by the American Psychological Association found that nearly 36% of regular meditators reported …
8 Rituals Successful People Swear By—Even If They Sound Strange
Waking Up at Odd Hours Waking Up at Odd Hours (image credits: unsplash) Many top achievers aren’t just early birds—they’re practically nocturnal. Apple’s Tim Cook is famous for starting his day at 3:45 a.m., and Michelle Obama reportedly rises by 4:30 a.m. Studies from the University of Toronto show that people who wake up earlier …
8 Scenes That Were Totally Improvised—And Made the Final Cut
The Joker’s Clapping in “The Dark Knight” The Joker’s Clapping in “The Dark Knight” (image credits: wikimedia) When Heath Ledger’s Joker sarcastically claps in his cell as Commissioner Gordon is promoted, it wasn’t in the script. Ledger simply started clapping, staying in character in a way that sent chills down the spine of cast and …
These 10 Common Habits Might Be Draining Your Energy
Hitting the Snooze Button Hitting the Snooze Button (image credits: unsplash) It might be tempting to slap that snooze button every morning, but this habit can actually make your day start off on the wrong foot. According to sleep scientists, fragmented sleep from snoozing disrupts your body’s natural sleep cycle. The American Academy of Sleep …
These 4 Zodiac Signs Will Soon Receive the Clarity They’ve Been Searching For
Cancer: Stepping Into the Spotlight With Newfound Confidence Cancer: Stepping Into the Spotlight With Newfound Confidence (Image Credits: Pixabay) After ...
