A to Z of the Met Gala 2026 theme ‘Costume Art’

The Met Museum’s upcoming “Costume Art” exhibition, tied to the 2026 Met Gala, will showcase fashion as a distinct art form. Garments will be displayed alongside paintings and sculptures, exploring how clothing shapes human representation across centuries. This ambitious show aims to reveal fashion’s integral role within art history and contemporary culture.

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The mysterious tail of Aptostichus ramirezae: A spider with a tail like a scorpion

A rare trapdoor spider, Aptostichus ramirezae, discovered in Iran, features a tail-like appendage, a trait thought extinct for millions of years. This ‘living fossil’ offers a unique glimpse into early spider evolution, blurring lines between ancient and modern arachnids. Its tail, a sensitive sensory tool, aids survival in arid burrows, highlighting the importance of biodiversity…

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