My Modern Met - June 13 Daily Digest

--------------------------------------------------------------- ​ ​[10 Decluttering Tips That Will Help You Tidy Your Home Without Feeling Overwhelmed]()​ [10 Decluttering Tips That Will Help You Tidy Your Home Without Feeling Overwhelmed] We all have that one place in our home that could use decluttering. It could be a table that’s a landing pad for everything once you walk in the door, or it could be that one chair that absorbs all of the clothes that somehow never make it to your closet. Regardless of whether you […] [View on My Modern Met]() ​ ​[Pat Sajak Announces He’s Retiring From ‘Wheel of Fortune’ Hosting After 41 Seasons](=)​ [Pat Sajak Announces He’s Retiring From ‘Wheel of Fortune’ Hosting After 41 Seasons] The game show Wheel of Fortune is a mainstay of broadcast television, and host Pat Sajak is as iconic as the program itself. But not for much longer; Sajak is stepping down as host. He recently announced that he'll be retiring from the show at the end of the upcoming season. “Well, the time has […] [View on My Modern Met](=) ​ ​[Artist Explores the Concept of Dual Identities in Series of Textile Portraits](=)​ [Artist Explores the Concept of Dual Identities in Series of Textile Portraits] Moving to a new country can be invigorating and isolating all at once. When Bahamian artist Gio Swaby relocated to Canada, she found herself presenting a different version of herself compared to back home. Her new exhibition I Will Blossom Anyway explores the concept of dual identities experienced by immigrants with a series of self-portraits […] [View on My Modern Met](=) ​ ​[40+ Dads Show Up to an 8th Grade Graduation Wearing the Same Exact Shirt]()​ [40+ Dads Show Up to an 8th Grade Graduation Wearing the Same Exact Shirt] When a prank goes incredibly well, it leaves everyone wanting to send their praise to the mastermind behind it all. But sometimes, you can be surprised by who is really pulling the strings. Jolee Windnagle (@jonichole84) posted a video on TikTok presenting dozens of dads showing up to their kids' 8th grade graduation wearing the […] [View on My Modern Met]() ​ ​[Watch Kids Erupt in an Impromptu Sing-Along as 7-Year-Old Performs in Talent Show](​ [Watch Kids Erupt in an Impromptu Sing-Along as 7-Year-Old Performs in Talent Show] A 7-year-old named Cairo took to the stage at his school’s talent show dressed as Bowser from the video game Super Mario Brothers. Sitting at a keyboard, he began singing “Peaches” from The Super Mario Bros. Movie, which was inspired by the game and released in theaters earlier in 2023. But that’s not all that […] [View on My Modern Met]( ​ ​[Home Depot Is Selling a Modern Tiny Home Kit Complete With a Rooftop Deck](=)​ [Home Depot Is Selling a Modern Tiny Home Kit Complete With a Rooftop Deck] If you've ever dreamed of owning a tiny home, Home Depot is now offering some help. Whether you are looking for a chic guest suite, a detached home office, or a she shed, the PLUS 1 Getaway Pad is a cool, modern option. The one-bedroom, one-bathroom home with 620 square feet of open interior space […] [View on My Modern Met](=) ​ ​[15 Best-Selling Products Bought by Fun Art Enthusiasts and People Who Love Good Design]()​ [15 Best-Selling Products Bought by Fun Art Enthusiasts and People Who Love Good Design] At My Modern Met Store, we like to collect unique products from brands and makers around the world. From home decor to fashionable accessories, there's an array of treasures that make great gifts. However, if you need help choosing a sure-fire present, then it's always a good idea to look at what is tried and […] [View on My Modern Met]() ​ ​[These Are the World’s Oldest Languages Still Spoken Today](​ [These Are the World’s Oldest Languages Still Spoken Today] Linguists frequently debate the origins of language, aided by anthropologists and biologists in trying to determine just when, why, and how humans began to communicate verbally—estimates range from 50,000 to 2 million years ago. But no matter when speech evolved, language has become the defining feature of the human condition. While words spoken aloud may […] [View on My Modern Met]( ​ ​[Man Experiencing Homelessness Climbs Into Dog Shelter on Fire to Rescue 25 Pups](=)​ [Man Experiencing Homelessness Climbs Into Dog Shelter on Fire to Rescue 25 Pups] A Colombian man living in Peru is being hailed as a hero for his brave actions. Sebastián Arias was walking down the street in La Victoria, Lima, Peru, when he noticed that a recycling plant was on fire. The flames had also spread to a neighboring house, which operated as a dog shelter. While some […] [View on My Modern Met](=) ​ ​[Four Children Used Their Indigenous Knowledge to Survive 40 Days in the Amazon](=)​ [Four Children Used Their Indigenous Knowledge to Survive 40 Days in the Amazon] In a wonderful ending to a sad tragedy, four children were found alive in the Amazon after their plane had crashed 40 days prior. The siblings, aged 13, 9, 4, and 11 months, lost their mother in the crash and spent weeks in Colombia's Amazon jungle struggling to survive. The children, who are members of […] [View on My Modern Met](=) ​ ​[Octopuses Can Quickly Reprogram Their RNA to Survive in Warm and Cold Water](=)​ [Octopuses Can Quickly Reprogram Their RNA to Survive in Warm and Cold Water] Octopuses are fascinating creatures. They're incredibly smart and adaptable. Known to camouflage themselves when in danger and to make a break for it when held in captivity, octopuses are animals that we have a lot to learn from. And a team of researchers is proving that in a new study published in Cell. The authors, […] [View on My Modern Met](=) ​ ​[Why 1,200 Bone Pieces From 28 People Were Found in Benjamin Franklin’s Basement]()​ [Why 1,200 Bone Pieces From 28 People Were Found in Benjamin Franklin’s Basement] Founding Father Benjamin Franklin is known as a great American Patriot who signed the Declaration of Independence. But he didn't always live in the United States. He traveled widely throughout Europe and spent over a decade living in London. Interestingly, when his London home was renovated in 1998, restorers found a stunning secret hiding in […] [View on My Modern Met]() ​ ​[Massive Mural Installations Look Like Portals to Another Dimension]()​ [Massive Mural Installations Look Like Portals to Another Dimension] Tucked into the corner of the Mesa Contemporary Arts Museum is a portal to another world. Los Angeles-based artist Erika Lizée tailored this three-dimensional painting specifically to the site, making it look as though a fantastical image is suspended in front of the walls. The inspiration for this surreal work of art comes from Lizée's […] [View on My Modern Met]() ​ ​[Wildlife Photographer Captures Dramatic Scene of a Jackal Mother Defending Her Cub From an Eagle](=)​ [Wildlife Photographer Captures Dramatic Scene of a Jackal Mother Defending Her Cub From an Eagle] Spurred on by his passion for animals, the outdoors, and natural history, Ateeb Hussain has been photographing wildlife for over a decade. Based in Dubai, Hussain has a particular interest in African animals and often visits the continent to hone his photography skills. And in 2021, during a trip to Kenya's Maasai Mara, he witnessed […] [View on My Modern Met](=) ​ ​[Adidas Releases ‘Concha’ Shoes Celebrating the Sweet Flavors of Mexican Pan Dulce]()​ [Adidas Releases ‘Concha’ Shoes Celebrating the Sweet Flavors of Mexican Pan Dulce] When asked about Mexican food, many people think of tacos and other tortilla-based delicacies. However, there's much more to Mexican cuisine than its savory side. Mexican sweet treats are just as delicious, and few are as popular as pan dulce, or sweet bread. Among these baked goods are conchas, a fluffy round bread topped with […] [View on My Modern Met]() ​ ​[Opulent Peacock Chairs Have the Own Plumage Just Like the Real Bird](​ [Opulent Peacock Chairs Have the Own Plumage Just Like the Real Bird] Los Angeles-based designer Marc Ange merges the iconic silhouette of a peacock with a functional armchair design in his collection titled Il Pavone. The statement-making furniture was done in collaboration with Visionnare, a luxury furniture store. Just like the beauty of the colorful bird, the striking pieces feature flared backrests that mimic the shape of its unique […] [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