My Modern Met - June 1 Daily Digest

--------------------------------------------------------------- ​ ​[Michael J. Fox Celebrates His Son Sam’s Birthday With an Adorable Instagram Post](​ [Michael J. Fox Celebrates His Son Sam’s Birthday With an Adorable Instagram Post]  Ver esta publicación en Instagram  Una publicación compartida por Sam Fox (@palekidd) To many parents, their children will always be their babies—no matter how old they are. This seems to be the case with Michael J. Fox and his oldest kid and only son, Sam Fox. The younger Fox, who is also an actor, […] [View on My Modern Met]( ​ ​[This Is What AI Considers a “Beautiful Woman” in 100 Different Countries]()​ [This Is What AI Considers a “Beautiful Woman” in 100 Different Countries] As AI imagery continues to flood the internet, more and more people are wondering how this technology will affect humans' perceptions of themselves. While we've already seen what AI creates when asked to visualize what the perfect body looks like, StyleSeat was curious to learn more about AI's perception of beauty. To do so, they […] [View on My Modern Met]() ​ ​[Israeli Hospital Develops Blood Cancer Treatment With a 90% Success Rate](​ [Israeli Hospital Develops Blood Cancer Treatment With a 90% Success Rate] Using genetic-engineering technology, Israel's Hadassah University Medical Center has developed a successful way to treat a deadly blood cancer. They've recently announced a 90% success rate in treating patients with multiple myeloma cancer. This is an incredible achievement, given that multiple myeloma is considered an incurable cancer. The experimental treatment was developed over the past […] [View on My Modern Met]( ​ ​[One of the World’s Most Endangered Sea Turtle Species Just Laid 80 Eggs](​ [One of the World’s Most Endangered Sea Turtle Species Just Laid 80 Eggs] Anytime an endangered species reproduces, that species is one step closer to safety. These baby steps are to be celebrated. On May 5, 2023, the Gulf Center for Sea Turtle Research at Texas A&M announced a Kemp's ridley sea turtle laid a clutch of 80 eggs on Texas' Surfside Beach, the first nest in that […] [View on My Modern Met]( ​ ​[Traveler Wears Five Pounds of Clothing To Avoid the Extra Luggage Fees at the Airport](=)​ [Traveler Wears Five Pounds of Clothing To Avoid the Extra Luggage Fees at the Airport] Have you ever been at the airport and discovered that your luggage is over the weight limit? If so, you know that feeling of being totally flustered and faced with the prospect of an extra weight fee. Paying it might feel like your only choice, but not if you're Gel Rodriguez. She found a creative […] [View on My Modern Met](=) ​ ​[72-Year-Old Graduates College and His 99-Year-Old Mom Proudly Attends the Ceremony](=)​ [72-Year-Old Graduates College and His 99-Year-Old Mom Proudly Attends the Ceremony] Learning is a lifelong journey. While some people go to college early, others have a different scholastic route. For Sam Kaplan, he spent 50 years out of the classroom before eventually finding his way back at the age of 68. After enrolling in Georgia Gwinnett College, he worked toward achieving a degree in Cinema and […] [View on My Modern Met](=) ​ ​[How Much Do You Know About the Italian Renaissance? Test Your Art Knowledge [Quiz]]()​ [How Much Do You Know About the Italian Renaissance? Test Your Art Knowledge [Quiz]] The Italian Renaissance is one of the most studied eras of art history. And while most of us are familiar with big names like Leonardo da Vinci and Michelangelo, how much do you know about the nitty gritty of this cultural explosion? This week's 20-question quiz will put you to the test and ask you […] [View on My Modern Met]() ​ ​[12 LGBTQ+ Makers on Etsy Crafting Creative Products During Pride Month and Beyond](=)​ [12 LGBTQ+ Makers on Etsy Crafting Creative Products During Pride Month and Beyond] June is Pride Month. Now, more than ever, it's important to keep LBGTQIA+ issues at the forefront and let your pride flag fly. Pride is about affirming the identities and increasing the visibility of lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender people—those who have been marginalized and told that who they are doesn’t matter. Making art can […] [View on My Modern Met](=) ​ ​[Girl Born in Jail Defies Expectations and Gets Accepted to Harvard University](=)​ [Girl Born in Jail Defies Expectations and Gets Accepted to Harvard University] Congratulations are in order for one exceptional young woman. Eighteen-year-old Aurora Sky Castner just graduated third in her class from Conroe High School in Texas, an admirable feat on its own; but, it’s all the more impressive given how much the teen has triumphed over in her young life. She was born to an incarcerated […] [View on My Modern Met](=) ​ ​[Woman Wins Cheese Rolling Race Even After Being Knocked Unconscious](=)​ [Woman Wins Cheese Rolling Race Even After Being Knocked Unconscious]  Ver esta publicación en Instagram  Una publicación compartida por Willem Dafriends (@willem_dafriends) There are many obscure sports out there, but cheese rolling races may just take the cake. The rules are simple: a 7-pound cheese wheel is tossed from the top of a steep hill and the runner who finishes first behind the […] [View on My Modern Met](=) ​ ​[Friendly Whales Approach Two Paddlers in Puerto Madryn, Argentina]()​ [Friendly Whales Approach Two Paddlers in Puerto Madryn, Argentina] Picture yourself paddling along some tranquil waters when, out of nowhere, you're surrounded by whales. While they are known for mostly being gentle giants, the thrill of coming so close to some of the largest animals in the world can be overwhelming. This happened to Mariana Gioielli and Paolo Osta while they were practicing stand […] [View on My Modern Met]() ​ ​[Rick Hoyt, Who Finished 32 Boston Marathons With His Father Pushing His Wheelchair, Has Died at 61](=)​ [Rick Hoyt, Who Finished 32 Boston Marathons With His Father Pushing His Wheelchair, Has Died at 61] Rick Hoyt, whose father pushed him in his wheelchair for 32 Boston Marathons, has died at age 61. Together with his father Dick, who passed away in 2021, he competed in numerous athletic competitions and provided inspiration to differently-abled people around the world. According to his family, Hoyt died from complications with his respiratory system. […] [View on My Modern Met](=) ​ ​[Man Wins $100K in Lottery and Pledges to Build Classrooms in Mali]()​ [Man Wins $100K in Lottery and Pledges to Build Classrooms in Mali] What would you do if you won the lottery? For one North Carolina man, the answer is simple—he would help others by supporting education. Meet Souleymane Sana, a 39-year-old dance instructor in North Carolina who originally emigrated from Mali, a war-torn country in West Africa. Hoping to help the kids from his native country, he […] [View on My Modern Met]() ​ ​[Mundi the Elephant Is Rescued After 35 Years in Captivity and Moved to a Sanctuary](​ [Mundi the Elephant Is Rescued After 35 Years in Captivity and Moved to a Sanctuary] An elephant named Mundi is finally getting her happy ending. After spending most of her life in isolation and questionable conditions, a group effort between Elephant Aid International and World Animal Protection has rescued the pachyderm and gotten her a brand new home where she'll happily be surrounded by friends for the rest of her […] [View on My Modern Met]( ​ ​[Illustrator Shares Her Top Drawing Tips (And Two Things to Avoid)](=)​ [Illustrator Shares Her Top Drawing Tips (And Two Things to Avoid)] Drawing is a practice that’s all your own, but it’s always valuable to get tips from the pros. After all, they’ve gone through hours upon hours of putting pencil to paper and have learned helpful tips and tricks along the way. Illustrator and My Modern Met contributing writer Margherita Cole is a prolific drawer who […] [View on My Modern Met](=) ​ ​[New Keith Haring Exhibit at The Broad Is a Vibrant Showcase of the Artist’s Iconic Work](=)​ [New Keith Haring Exhibit at The Broad Is a Vibrant Showcase of the Artist’s Iconic Work] An expansive exhibition at The Broad celebrates the iconic art of Keith Haring through over 120 pieces of art and archival materials. It's the first museum exhibition in Los Angeles to explore Haring's groundbreaking art and his impact on the contemporary art world. Fittingly, the exhibit is running at a time when Haring's close friend […] [View on My Modern Met](=) ​ ​[This Ingenious Mini French Press Brews Coffee Right in Your Cup]()​ [This Ingenious Mini French Press Brews Coffee Right in Your Cup] There's nothing like the smell of fresh coffee in the morning. But to get to that, you must either get the coffee machine going, sort out your favorite artisanal brewing method, or leave your house to grab your a cup of joe from a coffee shop. Hoping to make the process of brewing a coffee […] [View on My Modern Met]() ​ ​[Beyoncé Pays Tribute to Tina Turner With a Powerful Performance](​ [Beyoncé Pays Tribute to Tina Turner With a Powerful Performance] Tina Turner left an indelible mark in the world of music. From overcoming severe obstacles on her way to the top to opening doors for aspiring female musicians and artists of color, her legacy will live on for ages. Recently, Turner sadly passed away at age 83, after battling a long illness. The announcement prompted […] [View on My Modern Met]( ​ ​[AI Reimagines Gorgeous Architecture as Fabulous Footwear and Streetwear](=)​ [AI Reimagines Gorgeous Architecture as Fabulous Footwear and Streetwear] Anonymous artist Str4ngeThing harnesses the power of AI technology to create surreal fashion inspired by the Renaissance. His collection of Renaissance architecture footwear is an incredible showcase for the design results that can be achieved by using image generators. The towering high heels, sturdy boots, and loafers all incorporate elements of Renaissance architecture; but, at […] [View on My Modern Met](=) ​ ​[Astrophotographer Spends Months Planning “Impossible” Blended Panorama of the Milky Way Arches](=)​ [Astrophotographer Spends Months Planning “Impossible” Blended Panorama of the Milky Way Arches] After 30 hours of planning, travel, shooting, and post-production, acclaimed astrophotographer Mihail Minkov came away with the photo he was looking for. The stunning 360-degree panorama, The Eyes of the Universe, shows two double Milky Way arches that are only possible to photograph during a specific time of year. In Minkov's photo, we can see […] [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