My Modern Met - July 15 Daily Digest

--------------------------------------------------------------- ​ = ​ ​[Watch “Giant” Cats Attack Train Sets at This Quirky Japanese Restaurant](​ [Watch “Giant” Cats Attack Train Sets at This Quirky Japanese Restaurant] In popular culture, Japan is home to some very large creatures like Godzilla and Mothra. If you visit the Diorama Restaurant in Osaka, Japan, you will find giant cats as well. The charming eatery, which doubles as a cat shelter, is home to beautiful scale models of landscapes and tiny towns which appear to be […] [View on My Modern Met]( ​ ​[Artist Enhances His Original Drawings by Openly Embracing AI as Creative Tool [Interview]](​ [Artist Enhances His Original Drawings by Openly Embracing AI as Creative Tool [Interview]] While many artists are running from AI, digital artist Cy Teh has embraced its creative possibilities. By blending his digital drawings with AI, he's creating unique mixed-media artworks that have taken his artistry to a new level. As opposed to some creators who have hidden their use of this technology, Teh is very transparent about […] [View on My Modern Met]( ​ ​[Shelter Cat Gives a “Making Biscuits” Massage to Blind Dog Who Needs All the Love](=)​ [Shelter Cat Gives a “Making Biscuits” Massage to Blind Dog Who Needs All the Love] It is well known that cats love to “make biscuits” by kneading into a soft surface. But for one cat named Elodie, this also means helping a friend feel better. In a video captured by the staff of Sunshine Animal Refuge Agadir (SARA) in Morocco, the kitty can be seen giving Tam, a blind dog […] [View on My Modern Met](=) ​ ​[Watch a Dancer Perform a Highly Complex Underwater “Mime” Routine](=)​ [Watch a Dancer Perform a Highly Complex Underwater “Mime” Routine] Dancing is, by nature, an intricate discipline that requires grace and precision. As if it weren't complex enough on the ground, can you imagine executing it flawlessly underwater? This is exactly what Jaydeep Gohil, also known as Hydroman, does. Playing with the buoyancy of water, he creates elaborate underwater routines displaying his incredible skill and […] [View on My Modern Met](=) ​ ​[Charming Finalists of the 2023 Comedy Pet Photography Awards]()​ [Charming Finalists of the 2023 Comedy Pet Photography Awards] If you need something to cheer you up and make you smile, check out the finalists of the 2023 Comedy Pet Photography Awards. The photos of these sweet kitties and goofy dogs are sure to put a grin on your face. From the initial pool of images, 25 have been selected for the shortlist by […] [View on My Modern Met]() ​ ​[Who Was William-Adolphe Bouguereau? Learn About the Beloved 19th-Century French Painter](​ [Who Was William-Adolphe Bouguereau? Learn About the Beloved 19th-Century French Painter] The most famous artist of all time is a difficult question for anyone to pinpoint. Today, many people might say Vincent van Gogh, Claude Monet, or Frida Kahlo. However, just a couple of decades ago, people might have given different answers. In a similar fashion, the name William-Adolphe Bouguereau may not be familiar to many […] [View on My Modern Met]( ​ ​[UK’s Largest Clean Air Mural Is Completed After 3 Weeks](=)​ [UK’s Largest Clean Air Mural Is Completed After 3 Weeks] French street artist Nerone has created the UK's largest clean-air mural in Southampton. Painted on The Bulb, a new hub for the STEM community, the piece shows a woman covered in colorful flowers. And best of all, the nearly 11,000-square-foot mural is not only aesthetically pleasing but also environmentally friendly. To create his masterpiece, Nerone […] [View on My Modern Met](=) ​ ​[Artist Recreates 18th-Century Romantic “Lover’s Eyes” Tradition by Painting Eyes on Vintage Plates]()​ [Artist Recreates 18th-Century Romantic “Lover’s Eyes” Tradition by Painting Eyes on Vintage Plates] In the late 1700s, a romantic trend swept through wealthy families in England, Europe, and even America. Called “lover's eyes,” or “eye miniatures,” these small paintings were commissioned to depict the eye or eyes of spouses, loved ones, and children. While during the Georgian period (1700s to early 1800s) they were worn as accessories like […] [View on My Modern Met]() ​ ​[You Can Now Use Google Lens To Search Skin Conditions With Just a Photo](​ [You Can Now Use Google Lens To Search Skin Conditions With Just a Photo] As technology advances, we can acquire answers to different topics in just a few seconds. While most of us will use Google Search to find what we need, Google Lens has just rolled out more capabilities to assist people's lives. One of them uses image recognition technology to help folks browse possible skin issues by […] [View on My Modern Met]( ​ ​[Unique Bird-Shaped House Overlooks the Beach in Costa Rica]()​ [Unique Bird-Shaped House Overlooks the Beach in Costa Rica] Inspired by the country's wildlife, zU-studio has designed a bird-shaped residence in Costa Rica. Situated on a hill overlooking the water, the N2 private house is a unique home that promotes a connection with nature. In September, construction will begin in the beach town of Santa Teresa, which is also known as a haven for […] [View on My Modern Met]() ​ ​[Quadruple Amputee Given 3% of Survival as Baby Defies Odds, Becomes Pro Sportsman]()​ [Quadruple Amputee Given 3% of Survival as Baby Defies Odds, Becomes Pro Sportsman]  View this post on Instagram  A post shared by Dayton Webber (@daytonwebber) The story of Dayton Webber is one of perseverance against all odds. Now a professional sports player at the American Cornhole League (ACL), Webber is making waves for his great throws and impeccable accuracy. Even before looking at his impressive stats, […] [View on My Modern Met]() ​ ​[1,500 Van Gogh Artworks Have Been Digitized and Put Online]()​ [1,500 Van Gogh Artworks Have Been Digitized and Put Online] Few artists are as widely beloved as Vincent van Gogh. Although underappreciated during his lifetime, the large body of work he left behind has since enthralled art lovers everywhere. While the Van Gogh Museum in Amsterdam remains a top destination to see his work in person, there is now another way to experience the Dutch […] [View on My Modern Met]() ​ ​[Al Roker Is a First-Time Grandpa and Shares First Photos of His Granddaughter](​ [Al Roker Is a First-Time Grandpa and Shares First Photos of His Granddaughter] Congratulations are in order for Al Roker.  On July 3, his daughter Courtney Roker Laga gave birth to a little girl named Sky Clara Laga, making him a first-time grandfather. To mark the happy occasion, The Today Show host shared the first pictures of baby Sky on Instagram. “And then this little girl came into my […] [View on My Modern Met]( ​ ​[Boy Helps Dogs Get Adopted by Giving Them Baths During His Free Time]()​ [Boy Helps Dogs Get Adopted by Giving Them Baths During His Free Time]  Ver esta publicación en Instagram  Una publicación compartida por (@guridochapeu_oficial) Every dog deserves a loving home, and thanks to a 13-year-old boy named Thiago, many are now closer to finding one. The young teen is a self-described animal lover hoping to help the stray and abandoned dogs in his home city of Antônio […] [View on My Modern Met]() ​ ​[Are You a Child of the 80s? Test Your Knowledge [Quiz]]()​ [Are You a Child of the 80s? Test Your Knowledge [Quiz]] Was Miami Vice your favorite television show? Or did you grow up playing Donkey Kong? Whether you rocked acid wash jeans or are just in love with all things 80s, there's no denying that this decade left a lasting impression. For this week's quiz, we're testing your knowledge of the 1980s. From pop culture to technology and […] [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