My Modern Met - April 21 Daily Digest

--------------------------------------------------------------- ​ ​ ​[Mexico Recovers Long-Lost Manuscripts About the Aztec Empire’s Rise and Fall](​ [Mexico Recovers Long-Lost Manuscripts About the Aztec Empire’s Rise and Fall] When studying history, academics use ancient documents as the key to understanding and putting together the puzzle of different cultures. An example of such documents are the codices of San Andrés Tetepilco, three pictographic documents related to Mexican history between the 16th and 17 centuries, which was a key period of transition from the Aztec […] [View on My Modern Met]( ​ ​[Poignant Video From Soccer Club Reminds Men To Check in on Their Friends’ Mental Health](=)​ [Poignant Video From Soccer Club Reminds Men To Check in on Their Friends’ Mental Health]  Ver esta publicación en Instagram  Una publicación compartida por Norwich City FC (@norwichcityfc) According to a study by Priory Group, a provider of mental health care facilities, 40% of men in the UK have never spoken to anyone about their mental health. Aware of how important it is for people to check in […] [View on My Modern Met](=) ​ ​[Eye-Opening Video Shows How Earth Could Look in 2050 if We Don’t Address Climate Change](​ [Eye-Opening Video Shows How Earth Could Look in 2050 if We Don’t Address Climate Change] The consequences of climate change can often feel far off. It can be difficult to register the gradually increasing temperatures on Earth from season to season. Occasionally, the effects of our planet heating up become more obvious through startling photos and videos of glaciers melting or increasingly violent natural disasters, but even these events are […] [View on My Modern Met]( ​ ​[Old Maps Used to Show California as an Island Separate From the Rest of the U.S.](=)​ [Old Maps Used to Show California as an Island Separate From the Rest of the U.S.] California is known for many things. San Francisco cablecars, Hollywood celebrities, and the rolling vineyards of Napa Valley are among its iconic symbols. The state figures large in American culture at home and abroad, but it was once somewhat of a mystery to European explorers. In fact, throughout the 16th and 17th centuries, a strange […] [View on My Modern Met](=) ​ ​[Mongolian Metal Band Uses Throat Singing and Traditional Instruments to Rock Out](​ [Mongolian Metal Band Uses Throat Singing and Traditional Instruments to Rock Out] Ever since its inception, heavy metal music has been filled with trailblazers, each of whom put their own unique spin on the genre. From Metallica consistently changing their style with each album, even when they know fans might hate it, to Dream Theater seamlessly merging the sounds of progressive rock and metal, these are bands […] [View on My Modern Met]( ​ ​[Designer Creates Stunning Dresses Inspired by Fairytales and Serene Scenes of Nature](=)​ [Designer Creates Stunning Dresses Inspired by Fairytales and Serene Scenes of Nature]  View this post on Instagram  A post shared by Sylvie Facon Créatrice France (@sylviefaconcreatricefrance) The flowery words of poetry can transport people to the most incredible places. This is certainly an influence for French designer Sylvie Facon. Her work combines the creativity of poetry, the magical world of fairytales, and the art of […] [View on My Modern Met](=) ​ ​[Floating Glass Museum Is a Futuristic Homage to Venice and Global Climate Change]()​ [Floating Glass Museum Is a Futuristic Homage to Venice and Global Climate Change] Inspired by Venice's relationship with glass and water, Luca Curci Architects has designed the stunning Floating Glass Museum. With the support of AI, the firm has created breathtaking renderings of the colorful structure, which blurs the lines between art and nature. With an office in Venice, the firm is very familiar with the city's rich […] [View on My Modern Met]() ​ ​[New Photography Book Lifts the Veil on Kurt Cobain and Courtney Love’s Family Life in the Early 90s](=)​ [New Photography Book Lifts the Veil on Kurt Cobain and Courtney Love’s Family Life in the Early 90s] In the 30 years that have passed since Kurt Cobain's death, the myth around him has only grown. Regarded as a genius musician and a misunderstood artist, many forget about the real man behind the success of Nirvana. One of the most revealing displays of this was a 1992 photoshoot by husband-and-wife photography duo Russell […] [View on My Modern Met](=) ​ ​[Paul McCartney Shares Poignant Story of Singing ‘Let It Be’ for Jimmy Buffett in His Final Days](​ [Paul McCartney Shares Poignant Story of Singing ‘Let It Be’ for Jimmy Buffett in His Final Days] Jimmy Buffett was a beloved musician who remains an inspiration today. On top of the fans who loved his music and cheerful demeanor, he was also cherished by his musician peers. Buffett passed away in September 2023 at the age of 76, and to celebrate his life and legacy, a star-studded concert was thrown a […] [View on My Modern Met]( ​ ​[Retro-Looking RV Is a Lightweight Self-Propelling Trailer for Greener Glamping](=)​ [Retro-Looking RV Is a Lightweight Self-Propelling Trailer for Greener Glamping] These days, cities are teeming with people, lights, and sounds, making it easy to feel completely cut off from the natural world. Folks are eager to get back to nature, albeit with modern-day conveniences. At the same time, RVs require more fuel and produce more emissions than sustainability-minded campers prefer. That's where the Bowlus Rivet […] [View on My Modern Met](=) ​ ​[Historic Paintings Miraculously Saved From Notre-Dame Fire Are Now Back on Display]()​ [Historic Paintings Miraculously Saved From Notre-Dame Fire Are Now Back on Display] When Notre-Dame caught fire in 2019, millions of eyes watched, riveted in France and around the world. The devastating fire destroyed much of the roof and spires, and also severely damaging the priceless works of art within the church. The time since has revealed how medieval and modern can work together to rebuild. Building on […] [View on My Modern Met]() ​ ​[16-Year-Old Chess Prodigy Solves Problems Without Ever Seeing the Board]()​ [16-Year-Old Chess Prodigy Solves Problems Without Ever Seeing the Board] At just 18 years old, chess prodigy Rameshbabu Praggnanandhaa already has too many accomplishments to count. When he was only 10, he became an international master. Two years later, he became a grandmaster, making him the second youngest person at that time to do so. Ranked as the #16 chess player in the world, he […] [View on My Modern Met]() ​ ​[Photo Contest Winners Give a Close-Up Look at the Beauty of Water]()​ [Photo Contest Winners Give a Close-Up Look at the Beauty of Water] In between its annual contest, the Close-up Photographer of the Year (CUPOTY) runs a special challenge for photographers. This year's theme, Water, sparked a set of inspiring entries, and now the winner has been revealed. Hungarian photographer Tibor Litauszki won for his fascinating photo of an alpine newt feasting on frog eggs. To get the […] [View on My Modern Met]() ​ ​[Global Life Expectancy Is 6.2 Years Longer Than Before]()​ [Global Life Expectancy Is 6.2 Years Longer Than Before] Life expectancy has increased over time, due in large part to modern medicine and access to healthcare. People in the developed world have a much better chance of making it to their elderly years compared to our ancestors 100 years ago or more. A new study, by researchers from the Institute for Health Metrics and […] [View on My Modern Met]() ​ ​[Mesmerizing Image of Black Hole in the Milky Way Shows Spiraling Magnetic Field](=)​ [Mesmerizing Image of Black Hole in the Milky Way Shows Spiraling Magnetic Field] Black holes are points in space where gravity is so strong that nothing can escape, not even light. They are intriguing mysteries to astronomers and science-fiction fans alike. Thanks to the work of an international collaboration, we're one step closer to better understanding exactly how black holes work. And the more we know about them, […] [View on My Modern Met](=) ​ ​[Haunting Image Showing Human Toll of Israel-Hamas War Named 2024 World Press Photo of the Year](=)​ [Haunting Image Showing Human Toll of Israel-Hamas War Named 2024 World Press Photo of the Year] A haunting look at the human toll of the Israel-Hamas war has been named the 2024 World Press Photo of the Year. Taken by Palestinian photojournalist Mohammed Salem for Reuters, it shows a woman cradling the body of her 5-year-old niece, who was killed when an Israeli missile struck their home. Based in the Gaza […] [View on My Modern Met](=) ​ ​ Thanks for subscribing to newsletters from [My Modern Met.]( To make sure our emails don’t get lost, [add us to your address book.]() UPDATE YOUR PREFERENCES: - Daily Newsletter: Whenever there is something new - Weekly Roundup: Weekly updates packaged into one convenient newsletter - Click here to change your [current preferences.]( [Unsubscribe]( | 121 Evergreen Way, Lake Forest, CA 92630