My Modern Met - August 19 Daily Digest

--------------------------------------------------------------- ​ ​ ​[Scientists Discover Where the Asteroid That Killed the Dinosaurs Came From]()​ [Scientists Discover Where the Asteroid That Killed the Dinosaurs Came From] Once upon a time, dinosaurs roamed the Earth. Then, 66 million years ago, a gigantic chunk of space rock hurtled into the planet, creating a massive crater and raising clouds of dust and debris. Now known as the Chicxulub impactor, this asteroid obliterated thousands of species, including the massive land-roaming dinosaurs of yore. Yet much […] [View on My Modern Met]() ​ ​[Antarctica Faces 50-Degree Temperature Increase Amid Persisting Heat Wave](​ [Antarctica Faces 50-Degree Temperature Increase Amid Persisting Heat Wave] Since mid-July, Antarctica has experienced a near record-breaking heat wave, its second in the past two years. Despite Antarctica being in the middle of its winter, when the continent is typically the coldest and darkest, certain regions are experiencing temperatures up to 50°F above average. Eastern Antarctica, where the heat wave is hitting the hardest, […] [View on My Modern Met]( ​ ​[Immersive Exhibition Brings the Distinct Energy of Seoul to the Heart of London](=)​ [Immersive Exhibition Brings the Distinct Energy of Seoul to the Heart of London] The city of Seoul has long piqued the world's curiosity. From its ancient history to its modern-day technology, the South Korean capital boasts many facets of its culture and developments—all equally enthralling on their own. As a tribute to the city and a portal to all its charms, the PULSE: Beyond Delight exhibition opened in […] [View on My Modern Met](=) ​ ​[Youngest MP To Be Elected to the New Zealand Parliament Performs Haka During Her Maiden Speech](=)​ [Youngest MP To Be Elected to the New Zealand Parliament Performs Haka During Her Maiden Speech] Haka is one of the most well-known elements of Māori culture. With vigorous movements and stamping of feet, this war dance is a daring display of pride and strength. While it is often seen in large gatherings, such as weddings and sports matches, it was recently seen in a more solemn setting, bringing visibility to […] [View on My Modern Met](=) ​ ​[Floating Public Pool With Self-Filtering System Ensures Clean Swimming Water in NYC](​ [Floating Public Pool With Self-Filtering System Ensures Clean Swimming Water in NYC] Rumors of a plus-shaped public pool coming to New York's waterways have been “floating” around for quite some time, but now the prototype has finally made a splash. Almost 15 years ago, non-profit organization +POOL envisioned a self-filtering floating pool on New York’s rivers that would allow everyone to access clean, swimmable water. Now, the […] [View on My Modern Met]( ​ ​[Scientists Look into Anti-aging Secrets of the Greenland Shark, Which Live for Centuries](​ [Scientists Look into Anti-aging Secrets of the Greenland Shark, Which Live for Centuries] Aging is a process all living beings seem to go through, but certainly not in the same ways. Currently, the oldest living person is 117, while the oldest living dog and cat are 24 years and 28, respectively. Some animals, like parrots and tortoises, can clock many decades, with species such as the Galapagos tortoise easily outstripping […] [View on My Modern Met]( ​ ​[Artist Creates Intricate Paper Sculptures Inspired By Shapes Found in Nature]()​ [Artist Creates Intricate Paper Sculptures Inspired By Shapes Found in Nature] The natural world is full of fascinating shapes. However, not all of them are visible to the naked eye. In fact, some of the most intricate organisms and processes are those that happen at a microscopic level. Marrying science with art, Rogan Brown has long produced delicate paper sculptures that evoke big and small living […] [View on My Modern Met]() ​ ​[Wildlife Photographer Captures Intimate Photos of Alaska’s Grizzly Bears](=)​ [Wildlife Photographer Captures Intimate Photos of Alaska’s Grizzly Bears] Wildlife photographer Joe Moreno recently visited Lake Clark National Park in Alaska to capture the remarkable Alaska Peninsula brown bears, often referred to as “peninsular grizzlies.” These majestic creatures are among the largest brown bears in the world, yet Moreno captures intimate moments that reveal their surprisingly gentle side. Lake Clark National Park is renowned […] [View on My Modern Met](=) ​ ​[Dance Duo Uses Powerful Shadow Performance Art To Shed Light to Sensitive Mental Health Topics]()​ [Dance Duo Uses Powerful Shadow Performance Art To Shed Light to Sensitive Mental Health Topics] For many people, their lives are a daily battle between light and shadow. However, due to the stigma surrounding mental health and the challenges that people who suffer from mental disorders face, it can be difficult to illustrate these challenges in a way that is both insightful and respectful. However, French dance duo Claire & […] [View on My Modern Met]() ​ ​[Rare ‘Supermoon Blue Moon’ Will Light up the Night Skies in a Few Days]()​ [Rare ‘Supermoon Blue Moon’ Will Light up the Night Skies in a Few Days] Stargazers, rejoice! A rare supermoon will appear in the night sky in a matter of days. Scientists forecast that this will the brightest and biggest of 2024 so far. And as if that wasn't enough, the upcoming August full moon is also a blue moon—creating the extraordinary combo of a supermoon blue moon. But what […] [View on My Modern Met]() ​ ​[Mark Zuckerberg Commissioned Daniel Arsham to Make a Sculpture of His Wife Priscilla Chan](​ [Mark Zuckerberg Commissioned Daniel Arsham to Make a Sculpture of His Wife Priscilla Chan]  Ver esta publicación en Instagram  Una publicación compartida por Mark Zuckerberg (@zuck) American artist Daniel Arsham recently unveiled his latest project—one that seems to draw from classical sculpture both in its form and its intention. The New York-based creator was commissioned by Mark Zuckerberg, CEO and founder of Meta (the parent company of […] [View on My Modern Met]( ​ ​[Same-Sex Couple of Flamingos Successfully Hatch Chick at UK Zoo]()​ [Same-Sex Couple of Flamingos Successfully Hatch Chick at UK Zoo] Paignton Zoo, in the United Kingdom, has recently welcomed an adorable group of new habitants. For the first time since 2018, the zoo has seen the birth of a handful of Chilean flamingo chicks. Among the new bird parents, are Curtis and Arthur, a same-sex pair that successfully hatched a chick. While zoo workers are […] [View on My Modern Met]() ​ ​[Fragmented Steel Sculptures Capture the Fragility of Human Life](​ [Fragmented Steel Sculptures Capture the Fragility of Human Life] Steel is typically viewed as a tough, durable material, but Johannesburg-based artist Regardt van der Meulen uses it to sculpt delicate, fragmented human forms. His intricate works explore themes of “time, memory, and mortality” and emphasize the fragility of human existence. Van der Meulen has been honing his craft for over 20 years, with each […] [View on My Modern Met]( ​ ​[Classical Realism and Surreal Abstraction Collide in Monumental Oil Paintings](​ [Classical Realism and Surreal Abstraction Collide in Monumental Oil Paintings] Merging abstraction, surrealism, and realism, Australian oil painter Ella Baudinet has followed her inner voice to forge her unique style. Her dreamy paintings draw viewers into a mysterious world where human figures seem to emerge from smoky swirls of color. Working on a large scale, she pulls in different influences to bring together her creative […] [View on My Modern Met]( ​ ​[Museum Offers Color-Blindness Glasses To Help Visually Impaired Visitors View Art in a New Way]()​ [Museum Offers Color-Blindness Glasses To Help Visually Impaired Visitors View Art in a New Way] More than 300 million people in the world are color blind, making it far more common than many people realize. Additionally, 98% of people with the condition have red-green colorblindness, making it by far the most common variation of the condition. As a result, many color blind people are unable to see art in the […] [View on My Modern Met]() ​ ​[What is Botanical Illustration? Learn About the History of This Scientific Art Form](=)​ [What is Botanical Illustration? Learn About the History of This Scientific Art Form] Prior to the invention of photography, botanical illustration was the only way of visually recording the world’s many species of plant life. Today, science books are full of highly detailed photographs—typically taken with a macro lens or even a microscope—allowing us to discover the fascinating forms of flora and fauna. However, before these advances in […] [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