My Modern Met - July 14 Daily Digest

--------------------------------------------------------------- ​ ​ ​[Meet the Mysterious Beast of Gévaudan, France’s 18th-Century “Werewolf”](​ [Meet the Mysterious Beast of Gévaudan, France’s 18th-Century “Werewolf”] Legends about werewolves are ancient. Mentions of men morphing into wolves appear in ancient Near Eastern, Nordic, and Greek literature and myths. The sensational nature of the mythical creature captures a sense of horror and magic that has endured from these ancient mentions to the modern Twilight. But the fearsome werewolves were particularly sensationalized in […] [View on My Modern Met]( ​ ​[Unlikely Friendship Between a Minnesota Woman and a Sunfish Enters Its Ninth Year](​ [Unlikely Friendship Between a Minnesota Woman and a Sunfish Enters Its Ninth Year] In the Midwest state of Minnesota, sunfish, or centrarchidae, are valued as delicious freshwater fish since they are extremely common and easy to catch. But when a lake resident named Holly Jorgensen encountered a green sunfish on the edge of her dock nine years ago, she saw the creature as a friend rather than food. “He […] [View on My Modern Met]( ​ ​[Talented Welder Makes Working Aircraft Carrier Replica for His Children](=)​ [Talented Welder Makes Working Aircraft Carrier Replica for His Children] Welder Ren Bailin lives in Shandong Province, China, and is known for his highly realistic miniature replicas of Chinese aircraft carriers. The former elevator welder quit his job in 2012 to create handmade models full-time. Bailin's work reflects his previous occupation, as his creations showcase the skill and attention to detail required to make these […] [View on My Modern Met](=) ​ ​[Explore the Oldest Existing World Map, Carved in Clay 2,600 Years Ago](=)​ [Explore the Oldest Existing World Map, Carved in Clay 2,600 Years Ago] How a society records the world, depicting its known boundaries and contents, says a lot about belief systems, science, and more. For example, the ancient Hereford Mappa Mundi was drawn in 1300 and depicts the world through a medieval Biblical lens. Or there is a surprisingly accurate crowd-sourced world map created by a Venetian monk […] [View on My Modern Met](=) ​ ​[Iceland’s Diverse Landscapes Captured in Incredible 4K Aerial Videos](=)​ [Iceland’s Diverse Landscapes Captured in Incredible 4K Aerial Videos] Landscape photographer Jan Erik Waider is known for his striking imagery of Iceland, Greenland, and Norway. Through his lens, we experience the abstract beauty of the environment, from the winding patterns of glacial rivers to the intensity of flowing lava. Now, he's allowing everyone to get an even deeper perspective on the landscape through gorgeous […] [View on My Modern Met](=) ​ ​[Breathtaking Videos Capture Lightning Striking an Erupting Volcano in Guatemala]()​ [Breathtaking Videos Capture Lightning Striking an Erupting Volcano in Guatemala]  Ver esta publicación en Instagram  Una publicación compartida por johan wolterink (@johanwolterink) Nature is full of thrilling spectacles, from volcanic eruptions to lightning that ignites the sky. And sometimes, with a little luck, both of these can happen at the same time, offering some breathtaking footage for the ages. Recently, hikers in Guatemala […] [View on My Modern Met]() ​ ​[100 Life-Sized Elephant Sculptures Are Embarking on a Journey Across the U.S.](​ [100 Life-Sized Elephant Sculptures Are Embarking on a Journey Across the U.S.] Those taking a stroll along Cliff Walk in Newport, Rhode Island, might be surprised to encounter a herd of 100 elephants on their path. But a closer look will reveal that each life-sized figure is actually a sculpture. The incredible traveling installation, titled The Great Elephant Migration, is organized by Elephant Family USA and Art&Newport […] [View on My Modern Met]( ​ ​[Presidential Library and Museum Will Host Film Festival To Celebrate Jimmy Carter’s 100th Birthday](​ [Presidential Library and Museum Will Host Film Festival To Celebrate Jimmy Carter’s 100th Birthday] The Jimmy Carter Presidential Library and Museum will host the JC100 Film Festival, a celebratory gathering in honor of former President Jimmy Carter's upcoming 100th birthday. The Plaza Theatre and the Atlanta Film Society will sponsor the event and curate a selection of Carter’s favorite films, which have yet to be announced. The festival will […] [View on My Modern Met]( ​ ​[Hokusai’s Iconic ‘The Great Wave off Kanagawa’ Is Featured on Japanese Banknotes](=)​ [Hokusai’s Iconic ‘The Great Wave off Kanagawa’ Is Featured on Japanese Banknotes] Any list of the greatest works of Japanese art would be remiss to not mention The Great Wave Off Kanagawa by Katsushika Hokusai. The woodblock print is one of the most recognizable pieces of art in the world, and depicts Mount Fuji in vivid color framed by a large, swelling wave, earning the print its […] [View on My Modern Met](=) ​ ​[6 Best Camera Bags for Travel in 2024](=)​ [6 Best Camera Bags for Travel in 2024] Whether you’re road-tripping or traveling internationally, it’s time to break out your camera—but you want to make sure that it’s not only safe but also easily accessible. With the best camera bags, you can protect your travel camera from the elements and potential theft. From backpacks to crossbody bags, we found the best camera bags […] [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