My Modern Met - June 20 Daily Digest

--------------------------------------------------------------- ​ ​[Who Was Ennigaldi-Nanna? Learn About the Woman Who Founded the World’s First Museum]()​ [Who Was Ennigaldi-Nanna? Learn About the Woman Who Founded the World’s First Museum] When you want to learn more about art, history, and culture, museums are usually the best destinations. Interestingly, the word museum actually derives from the ancient institution called the Mouseion, or “Institution of the Muses,” which contained the famed Library of Alexandria and other rooms. However, while this is where the museum gets its name, it is […] [View on My Modern Met]() ​ ​[Street Photographer’s Photos Demonstrate Life’s Strange Visual Coincidences]()​ [Street Photographer’s Photos Demonstrate Life’s Strange Visual Coincidences] Street photographer Anthimos Ntagkas is always on the lookout for an interesting scene. With a keen eye for observation, Ntagkas is able to capture small, humorous coincidences that most of us overlook. From people unknowingly mimicking a nearby mural to a man's bird tattoo appearing in the sky, these charming scenes are immortalized for eternity […] [View on My Modern Met]() ​ ​[Perfectly Preserved 3,000-Year-Old Bronze Sword Discovered in Germany](​ [Perfectly Preserved 3,000-Year-Old Bronze Sword Discovered in Germany] Ancient swords hold a certain mystique. Recently, a museum discovered an artifact in their collection was in fact a real ancient weapon, unearthed from a Hungarian river in the 1930s. In 2018, a young Swedish girl pulled a Viking sword out of a lake in her own version of the King Arthur myth. Another new […] [View on My Modern Met]( ​ ​[Sculptures of Fragmented Travelers Find Their Home on the Amalfi Coast](=)​ [Sculptures of Fragmented Travelers Find Their Home on the Amalfi Coast] Artist Bruno Catalano‘s fragmented sculptures have touched down on the Amalfi Coast. Four of his Travelers are displayed on the waterfront, with the stunning Amalfi landscape filtering through their fractured bodies. As a French artist with Italian origins who was born in Morocco, Catalano feels a strong kinship with these voyagers, who walk with suitcases in hand. […] [View on My Modern Met](=) ​ ​[‘Succession’ Reimagined as Wes Anderson’s ‘The Royal Tenenbaums’](=)​ [‘Succession’ Reimagined as Wes Anderson’s ‘The Royal Tenenbaums’] Wes Anderson's films have a distinct aesthetic that sets them apart from other pictures. Its instant recognizability makes it a favorite style to recreate, whether it be through a parody by SNL or an homage by various TikTokers. Recently, Artsy Algorithm used the Texan director's colorful approach to reimagine HBO's hit TV show Succession in […] [View on My Modern Met](=) ​ ​[Incredible Live Stream Video Captures Powerful Volcano Eruption of Hawaii’s Kilauea](​ [Incredible Live Stream Video Captures Powerful Volcano Eruption of Hawaii’s Kilauea] As dangerous as a volcanic eruption can be, there is something mesmerizing about the burning lava flows that come out of the crater. It's almost as if nature was sketching with fire. Beyond the thrilling visuals, vulcanologists around the world rely on cameras situated strategically close to these sites to monitor any activity. As one […] [View on My Modern Met]( ​ ​[This Amazing Puzzle Is Made Up of Over 200 Lizard-Shaped Pieces](​ [This Amazing Puzzle Is Made Up of Over 200 Lizard-Shaped Pieces] Puzzles are a great way to unwind at the end of a long day, but sometimes it's hard to find a new jigsaw that will keep you interested. Well, Nervous System is filling the niche of unique puzzles, one creative design at a time. From animal-shaped pieces to infinite configurations, their products are sure to […] [View on My Modern Met]( ​ ​[78 Miles and 500,000 Knots of Twine Are Billowing Above Downtown Columbus](=)​ [78 Miles and 500,000 Knots of Twine Are Billowing Above Downtown Columbus] Floating above downtown Columbus, Ohio, is a new sculpture by artist Janet Echelman. Titled Current, the massive soft fiber installation spans 229 feet long and stretches 126 feet in the air at its highest point. It appears as an abstract cloud hovering over Gay and High Streets. At the right angle, it has an almost iridescent […] [View on My Modern Met](=) ​ ​[Dog Owner Pays Tribute to “Goodest of Good Boys” With Box of Free Tennis Balls at the Beach](​ [Dog Owner Pays Tribute to “Goodest of Good Boys” With Box of Free Tennis Balls at the Beach] A lovely gesture on Exmouth beach. pic.twitter.com/SeQNVrvcBU — Devon County Council (@DevonCC) June 14, 2023 When a beloved pet passes away, there's no better way to pay them tribute than sharing their story and loving energy with the world. A mourning dog dad named Jason Dunne decided to do just that, leaving a touching homage […] [View on My Modern Met]( ​ ​[$5,000 Japanese Mini Pick-Up Trucks Are Taking America by Storm](=)​ [$5,000 Japanese Mini Pick-Up Trucks Are Taking America by Storm] Japanese innovation has dazzled the world for decades; but with all of its state-of-the-art technology and cutting-edge designs, few would think that the latest item to cause a frenzy abroad is a humble vehicle straight from the rural roads of Japan. The kei truck, a type of tiny truck that's very popular throughout Asia, is […] [View on My Modern Met](=) ​ ​[Charming Squirrel Portraits Showcase Sillier Side of the Cute Creatures](=)​ [Charming Squirrel Portraits Showcase Sillier Side of the Cute Creatures] The right photographer can bring out a surprising side of their subject. Photographer Johnny Kääpä reveals the different emotions of his local red squirrels. His portraits showcase the multiple facets of their personalities, from sassy to silly to surprised. Kääpä's animal portraits feel relatable to us humans, making each image a delight. Kääpä has spent […] [View on My Modern Met](=) ​ ​[Photographer Wears a Puffin Decoy To Blend in With the Real Birds](​ [Photographer Wears a Puffin Decoy To Blend in With the Real Birds] There’s the old saying that if you can’t beat ‘em, join ‘em. Photographer Martin Yelland incorporated this idea in capturing images of wildlife, and it was as amusing as it was successful. While on a snorkeling trip at Skomer Island off the coast of West Wales, he donned a decoy puffin on his head while […] [View on My Modern Met]( ​ ​[Beautiful Blue Ink Tattoos Capture the Cool Elegance of Nature](​ [Beautiful Blue Ink Tattoos Capture the Cool Elegance of Nature] South Korean tattoo artist Pokhy creates ethereal body art using only shades of blue ink. From delicate flowers to beautiful animals, the natural subject matter is transformed by the monochromatic color palette. As a result, these pieces look like figments from a dream. Pokhy's designs are typically minimalist in style, including just one or a […] [View on My Modern Met]( ​ ​[Northern Italy Has a Tradition of Dunking One Politician in the River Every Year](​ [Northern Italy Has a Tradition of Dunking One Politician in the River Every Year] In the northern Italian city of Trento, an annual tradition leaves local politicians shaking in their boots. The Tonca is a comical reenacting of an ancient punishment used from the 14th to 17th century in which one person is placed in a cage and dunked in the freezing waters of the Adige, the second-longest river in Italy. […] [View on My Modern Met]( ​ ​[Photographer Shows the Raw, Unflinching Reality of Life on Skid Row [Interview]](​ [Photographer Shows the Raw, Unflinching Reality of Life on Skid Row [Interview]] For the past decade, photographer Suitcase Joe has been spending time at Skid Row in downtown Los Angeles. This area, known for its population of people experiencing homelessness, often gets a bad rap. Suitcase Joe was curious to connect with its inhabitants and learn more about their stories. And from this desire, he forged relationships […] [View on My Modern Met]( ​ ​[X-Rays Expose the Beautiful Complexity of the Technology We Use Daily]()​ [X-Rays Expose the Beautiful Complexity of the Technology We Use Daily] For the past year, commercial photographer Andrei Duman has been working on a special project during his free moments. The endeavor, which involves taking X-rays of ordinary electronics, started due to Duman's amazement about how their technology is hidden beneath a clean exterior design. To reveal what lies below, he began taking X-rays of everything […] [View on My Modern Met]() ​ ​[How a Successful Street Photographer Captures Life’s Unseen Moments [Interview]]()​ [How a Successful Street Photographer Captures Life’s Unseen Moments [Interview]] New York-based street photographer Billy Dinh has amassed a large and loyal Instagram following thanks to his talents. His dramatic, moody images heavily rely on light and shadow, which coupled with his ability to capture unique moments, make them look pulled from a film. Through Dinh's lens, we're able to watch the world unfold and […] [View on My Modern Met]() ​ ​[Take a Virtual Tour of the “Doomsday” Global Seed Vault on a Norwegian Island](=)​ [Take a Virtual Tour of the “Doomsday” Global Seed Vault on a Norwegian Island] Would you like a tour of one of the world's most exclusive venues? It may not be the hottest club in Manhattan or the chicest Instagram backdrop in Paris, but only a select few get to see the inside of the Svalbard Global Seed Vault on the Norwegian island of Spitsbergen. The doors only open […] [View on My Modern Met](=) ​ ​[Chilling Video Brings the Sounds of the Centuries-Old Celtic Carnyx Back to Life](=)​ [Chilling Video Brings the Sounds of the Centuries-Old Celtic Carnyx Back to Life] Celtic music is revered by many for its relaxing and ethereal qualities. Some list it as a tool for meditation and for finding peace of mind. While some of us may associate its sounds with dreamy medieval fantasies, Celtic music also has a belligerent side. A video that has recently gone viral shows a Celtic […] [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