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Vatican's 10-Year Restoration Project Helps "Rewrite" Art History
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The Vatican Museums have officially completed a decadelong restoration project of the Raphael Rooms, a collection of ornately decorated reception rooms of the Apostolic Palace. And they saved the largest and reportedly most important room for last: the Hall of Constantine, featuring a grand work of art by Raphael Sanzio. While restoring the room to its original grandeur, Vatican technicians discovered Raphael was implementing a novel mural painting technique that he never got the chance to finish. Rather than fresco painting (painting on wet plaster), the Renaissance artist used oil paint directly on the wall to depict two female figures. The theory is that he wanted to give the images greater brilliance, per the Associated Press. That's something he likely planned to execute beyond the two figures, as Vatican restorers discovered a grid of nails underneath the plaster. These nails are believed to have been drilled into the wall to hold the natural resin surface that Raphael intended to adorn with oil paints. But the artist died before the piece was completed, leaving students — who were not experts at the oil technique — to finish the job, thus explaining why the rest of the room is filled with frescoes. "With this restoration, we rewrite a part of the history of art," Barbara Jatta, director of the Vatican Museums, said during a presentation to the press last week. Check out the newly restored room.
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Environment
The Buzz on Using Sugarbag Bee Honey to Treat Skin Wounds and Infections
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It's tried-and-true advice to have a spoonful of honey to soothe a sore throat. And now, new research shows the sweet substance made by sugarbag bees may also help with wound healing and fighting drug-resistant bacteria. Researchers from the University of Sydney analyzed the antimicrobial properties of honey produced by three Australian stingless bees commonly referred to as sugarbags. They found the samples could reduce a myriad of bacteria and fungi, including ringworm, MRSA, E. coli, and the yeast Cryptococcus neoformans, which can cause serious infections in the lungs and brain. Known for having a unique citrusy flavor, the sugarbag honey could also be effective against drug-resistant infections — especially notable as antibiotic resistance becomes more pervasive. In the long term, the goal is to use the honey to aid in healing skin infections and wounds. "We still have a way to go to figure out how we can safely emulate these honey into those kinds of treatments, but we're very optimistic because of the way that the honey works," lead researcher Kenya Fernandes told Australia's ABC News.
Humanity
Travel Program Allows Lifelong Learners to Put Themselves in an Artist's Shoes
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We're in the midst of what's expected to be one of the busiest travel seasons in years. But if you're still penciling in your itinerary for future travels and craving a trip that allows you to pick up a new skill in the process, you might want to put Vacation With an Artist on your radar. As the name suggests, the program offers "mini-apprenticeships" with over 160 local artists across 37 countries. Offerings range from learning the art of Japanese calligraphy in Kyoto to exploring the traditional heritage craft of handsewn shoemaking in London. (There's also a collection of online classes for those eager to transport themselves from home.) Founded in 2015 by Geetika Agrawal, Vacation With an Artist provides "more than a creative apprenticeship — it's an intimate invitation into an artist's life," per the site's blog. The benefits go both ways, as the multi-day experiences are designed to help curious travelers reconnect with their creative sides while also presenting opportunities for artists to grow, share their skills, and preserve their crafts. Explore the map of hands-on experiences.
In Other News
UNESCO chose two Indigenous researchers for a new role protecting languages and cultural practices (read more)
In a unanimous vote, the Mexican Senate approved a ban on dolphin and other marine mammal shows (read more)
Singapore's renewables surged to a record high driven by rising solar output and clean power imports (read more)
Historic dive: Swimmers plunged 500 feet underwater off Sydney's coast to explore a 1904 shipwreck (read more)
A red foxnearing extinction was spotted by a photographer in Northern California: See the rare footage (read more)
Something We Love
GLDN Worry Stone Ring As a self-appointed worrier, I couldn't help but be enticed by GLDN's worry stone collection. It can be so soothing to have a little stone to rub throughout the day, and the rings are truly beautiful in their own right.
When a storm hit the Jersey Shore, a parasail operator named Brennan Bollard jumped into action to rescue a kayaker and her pups who were thrown into the choppy waters. "Within 30 seconds he was full throttle grabbing them," said a bystander. Luckily, the group was wearing life jackets and made it safely to shore. Watch the rescue caught on video.
Photo of the Day
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Nothing wrong with a little mud! Nepal recently celebrated National Paddy Day — the start of the annual rice planting season, when kiddos and farmers alike splash around in muddy water while planting paddy saplings.
Never Scoop Your Cat's Litter Again With Whisker
Over 1 million cat parents have ditched traditional litter boxes and upgraded to the Litter-Robot by Whisker. With automatic, self-cleaning technology, you'll never have to scoop again. Litter-Robot refreshes litter after every use and neutralizes odors to keep your home smelling fresh. Plus, you can monitor your cat's usage in real-time with the Whisker app. Try it risk-free for 90 days.
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