What we're (still) learning about Pompeii

--------------------------------------------------------------- In 79 CE, thousands of lives instantly changed when the eruption of Mount Vesuvius buried the town of Pompeii under 23 feet of ash and debris. Over 2,000 people perished in the disaster, many inside their homes. Now, for the first time, researchers have been able to fully sequence the DNA of one victim. Thanks to their work, we have even more insight into the people who called Pompeii their home. A study published in Nature details how the team looked to analyze the DNA of two people whose remains were found in the Casa del Fabbro, which was excavated in 1914. The bodies belonged to a man in his late 30s or early 40s and a 50-year-old woman. They were discovered lying in their dining room—or triclinium—on the remains of a chaise lounge. ​ Want a daily digest email featuring our latest articles? Stay updated and [subscribe here](=). ​ ​[Scientists Successfully Sequence the DNA of Man From the Pompeii Eruption for the First Time]()​ [Preserved Person From Pompeii]()​ [Read on My Modern Met]() ​ The former site of Pompeii is known for its unique preservation of a moment in ancient everyday life. Due to the coating of volcanic material, many organic materials have survived through the imprints they left behind. These include loaves of bread, animals, and even ancient humans attempting to flee the town. Now, it’s a government-protected area known as the Archaeological Park of Pompeii, and there are still large swaths of town to be excavated. ​ Being a My Modern Met member has its perks. Experience our website ad-free, receive exclusive members-only monthly newsletter, and more. [Click here to become a member](=). ​ ​[1,900-Year-Old Ceremonial Chariot Has Been Discovered Near Pompeii]()​ [Ceremonial Chariot]()​ [Read on My Modern Met]() ​ For centuries, the world has been piecing together the tragic events of Pompeii. The ruins have provided historians with insight into what life in that time period and place was like. Still, now, thanks to Zero One Studio viewers have a chance to experience Pompeii’s life more vividly. ​ ​[Watch the Final Hours of the Once-Vibrant City of Pompeii](=)​ [Pompeii](=)​ [Read on My Modern Met](=) ​ Do you find inspiration in stories and artists like these? [Become a member of My Modern Met](=) to help create a positive culture by highlighting the best sides of humanity. ​ --------------------------------------------------------------- ​ [My Modern Met Academy Logo](=)​ ​ [Painting by Anna Sokolova](​ Illustrator Anna Sokolova is known for her expressive use of colored inks. Looking at her work, it's easy to see why she fell in love with this medium. Whether she's drawing expressive animals, creating fashion illustrations, or painting realistic flowers, her work shows just how versatile inks can be. And luckily, Sokolova loves sharing tips for using them so that everyone can understand why they need inks in their artistic arsenal. Through her [My Modern Met Academy](=) course, Sokolova will show you how to use the magical medium. Her class is called [Animal Portraits in Colored Inks: Tell a Visual Story That Conveys Emotion](. Over the course of several lessons, you'll work together to create an illustration of a stunning animal using different ink techniques. [Anna Sokolova Painting With Colored Inks](​ [Enroll Now]( ​ --------------------------------------------------------------- [My Modern Met Store Logo]()​ We offer the best creative products from makers around the world, and we're adding new things all the time! Shop [My Modern Met Store]() and get free shipping on orders over $100 ($250 for outside of the United States). One of our best-selling posters is perfect for the sneaker-obsessed person in your life. In fact, it will put their knowledge to the test; the [Sneakerheads Poster]( is a cutaway print that captures "some of the greatest moments of the history of the modern sneaker." [Sneakerheads Poster](​ [Shop Now]( ​ Just for you! Get 15% off My Modern Met Store purchases. [Become a member of My Modern Met](=) and receive a discount towards every purchase at [My Modern Met Store](. Sara Barnes Staff Editor [Daily Newsletter](): Get our newsletter everyday [Weekly Roundup](): Get the weekly digest every Friday [Unsubscribe]( {EMAIL} from these emails 26074 Lugo Dr, Loma Linda, CA 92354