Art is the expression of creativity and imagination, exercised in such a way that it culminates in a perceptible work. Art is created and appreciated primarily for its aesthetic value or emotional power. The aesthetic and emotional value of certain art differs among each individual who perceives it. While "art" can refer to any creative expression and its resulting product, the term is often used to signify visual, stationary works such as paintings, sculptures and engravings, to name a few.
Architecture is the art, practice or profession of designing and constructing buildings, open areas, communities and other constructions. Like art, architecture is carried out with aesthetics in mind, but it is typically more constrained by the need for practicality and long-term functionality. Architecture also involves selecting furnishings and decorations, overseeing construction of the structure, inspecting, restoring and renovating an existing building. (Photo: Wikimedia Commons)
The Leaning Tower of Pisa is leaning a bit less these days
December 7, 2018, 9:30 a.m. by Matt Hickman
The bell tower's trademark tilt has decreased by 1.5 inches in under 20 years.
Artist explores the natural world with a nose for the otherworldly
December 3, 2018, 9:35 a.m. by Mary Jo DiLonardo
'Visiting different ecosystems is like getting to visit alien worlds.'
17 extraordinary bookstores
November 30, 2018, 11 a.m. by Anna Norris
Boasting breathtaking design and extensive collections, here are some of the most remarkable bookstores from around the globe.
11 cultural traditions protected by UNESCO
November 29, 2018, 11:12 a.m. by Noel Kirkpatrick
There are intangible parts of culture that are important, too.
5 tips to make your tiny house stand out
November 21, 2018, 11:18 a.m. by Guest Columnist
The average tiny house is a mere 300 square feet.
2 cats determined to get into a Japanese art museum will steal your heart
November 16, 2018, 9:49 a.m. by Noel Kirkpatrick
The Onomichi City Museum of Art has been shooing away these kitties from their doors ever since they opened up a feline-centered exhibit in 2016.
3,700-year-old remains of Egyptian woman reveal she was very pregnant when she died
November 15, 2018, 7:45 a.m. by Christian Cotroneo
'There's something very poignant and quite sweet about it, but also very sad.'
Ancient Egyptian tomb turns out to be crawling with mummified cats
November 13, 2018, 9:18 a.m. by Christian Cotroneo
The shiniest prize may wait in a perfectly sealed tomb.
At 597 feet, new Statue of Unity in India is a record-breaking colossus
November 12, 2018, 8:24 a.m. by Matt Hickman
Twice the height of the Statue of Liberty, India's newly unveiled Statue of Unity also has nightly laser light shows.
Barcelona's iconic Sagrada Familia to cough up millions in unpaid construction fees
October 29, 2018, 10:14 a.m. by Matt Hickman
Thank the stars for generous installment plans.
19 statues buried and forgotten in Peru break their 750-year silence
October 26, 2018, 9:16 a.m. by Noel Kirkpatrick
Each of the statues found in Chan Chan wears a clay mask and carries a scepter.
16 of the world's longest bridges
October 22, 2018, 11:49 a.m. by Matt Hickman
These bridges stretch across rivers and straits. They even join together continents.
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Carbon footprint reality
If you really want to reduce your footprint, have fewer kids and ditch your car.
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Give your time, your money or your expertise — and make a difference.
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9 skills they don't teach in school (but should)
From CPR to car repair, these building blocks create safe, successful adults.
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