My Modern Met - July 7 Daily Digest

--------------------------------------------------------------- ​ ​ ​[Over 900 Artifacts Recovered From Ming Dynasty Shipwreck]()​ [Over 900 Artifacts Recovered From Ming Dynasty Shipwreck] China's history is long and varied, encapsulating an evolving artistic, political, and territorial landscape. One period of famous artistic significance is the Ming Dynasty, which was named after the house of rulers who spanned the period from 1368 to 1644. During this period, China expanded its trade with other nations, sending many ships to India […] [View on My Modern Met]() ​ ​[Artist Conveys the Charm of European Cities Through His Textured Paintings](=)​ [Artist Conveys the Charm of European Cities Through His Textured Paintings] Artist Sergiu Ciochină knows there's more to the beauty of Europe than world famous landmarks. After all, charm and wonder can hide in the colors of a building or how light bounces off a field. With a unique eye for finding inspiration in his surroundings, the Paris-based painter mixes the elements that catch his attention […] [View on My Modern Met](=) ​ ​[Meet the Lokiceratops, a Dinosaur With Unique Horns](=)​ [Meet the Lokiceratops, a Dinosaur With Unique Horns] Dinosaurs range from the tallest (sauroposeidon) to the smallest (alvarezsaur). New species are continually being discovered, and yet another unique species has resurfaced from ancient rock. This fancy four-legged beast discovered in Montana has ornate horns, inspiring its new scientific name Lokiceratops rangiformis. The discovery was announced in PeerJ. Lokiceratops rangiformis was a massive beast […] [View on My Modern Met](=) ​ ​[Wild Bornean Clouded Leopard Family Caught on Film for the First Time](​ [Wild Bornean Clouded Leopard Family Caught on Film for the First Time] Few creatures are as adorable in the wild as the big cats or, in this case, the medium-sized cats. Agile nocturnal predators, the Bornean clouded leopard makes up for its smaller stature with its exceptionally long canines and long, spotted tails. Known scientifically as Neofelis diardi borneensis, the adorable cats are incredibly elusive; they are […] [View on My Modern Met]( ​ ​[18 American Comforts You Might Not Realize Are Luxuries](=)​ [18 American Comforts You Might Not Realize Are Luxuries] The U.S. sometimes gets a bad rap, especially around election time. It's easy to get sucked into the news cycle that focuses on the negatives, but if you're living in America, there's still plenty to be grateful for. In a bid to spark some positivity around U.S. privilege, Redditor u/Seraphicly329 recently asked the Internet, “What's […] [View on My Modern Met](=) ​ ​[Woman Dedicates Life To Helping Nigerian Children Abandoned Due to Superstitions](​ [Woman Dedicates Life To Helping Nigerian Children Abandoned Due to Superstitions]  View this post on Instagram  A post shared by Anja Ringgren Lovén (@landofhope) In 2016, Danish aid worker Anja Lovén encountered a malnourished 2-year-old boy in Nigeria. One of an estimated 20,000 children who are accused of being witches, he was cast off by the village and left to fend for himself. But […] [View on My Modern Met]( ​ ​[Neanderthal Child With Down’s Syndrome Reveals Signs of Caregiving Among Ancient Humans](=)​ [Neanderthal Child With Down’s Syndrome Reveals Signs of Caregiving Among Ancient Humans] In 1989, excavations at a Paleolithic cave site known as Cova Negra in Valencia, Spain, turned up the remains of a Neanderthal child. The fossilized bones might at first seem little more than evidence of skull formation among these early human relatives; however, examination by scientists has revealed congenital differences in the inner ear that […] [View on My Modern Met](=) ​ ​[16 Incredible Finalists of the Astronomy Photographer of the Year Contest](=)​ [16 Incredible Finalists of the Astronomy Photographer of the Year Contest] Dazzling auroras, distant galaxies, and impressive celestial bodies have all found a home on the 2024 Astronomy Photographer of the Year shortlist. Organized by Royal Observatory Greenwich, the competition is a delight for anyone who loves gazing at the stars. The respected competition always attracts top amateur and professional astrophotographers, and this year is no […] [View on My Modern Met](=) ​ ​[Artist Uses Power Washer To Transform Concrete Driveways Into Brilliant Works of Art](​ [Artist Uses Power Washer To Transform Concrete Driveways Into Brilliant Works of Art] @powerwashingart Replying to @islanderjay10 defund the #hoa and do #pressurewashing however you want. #GenshinImpact34 #jetwashing #clean ♬ original sound – Freedom_Lover In the right hands, anything can be an tool for art. For Sam Ward, that tool is a power washer. Not your typical art supply, it can usually be found in home improvement stores, […] [View on My Modern Met]( ​ ​[“Mad Hatter” Handcrafts Rock-and-Roll Hats With Skulls on Top](​ [“Mad Hatter” Handcrafts Rock-and-Roll Hats With Skulls on Top] @blade_hats Creation of a Top Hat with a Skull, totally handmade work www.bladehats.com #handmade #hatmaker #bladehats #heavymetal #inspiration ♬ sonido original – Blade-Hats If your favorite fashion icon is Slash from Guns N' Roses and you appreciate quality craftsmanship, you should check out Spanish haberdashery Blade Hats. While not everyone can pull off a cowboy […] [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