My Modern Met - November 19 Daily Digest

--------------------------------------------------------------- ​ = ​ ​[Ancient Babylonian Tablet Uses Pythagorean Theorem 1,000 Years Before Pythagoras Was Born](​ [Ancient Babylonian Tablet Uses Pythagorean Theorem 1,000 Years Before Pythagoras Was Born] The Pythagorean Theorem is fundamental to geometry. Named after the ancient Greek philosopher and mathematician Pythagoras, the simple equation (c^2 = a^2 + b^2, where c is the hypotenuse) helps determine the missing value of a right triangle when you know the other two sides. Its application has been vital to technical endeavors like engineering […] [View on My Modern Met]( ​ ​[Architecture Firm Builds Organically Shaped Offices in the Heart of the Mayan Jungle]()​ [Architecture Firm Builds Organically Shaped Offices in the Heart of the Mayan Jungle] Nestled outside of Tulum, Mexico— in the heart of the Mayan jungle—Roth Architecture created an organically shaped office and maker space. Using concrete and palm fiber, the pod-like structures embrace their natural surroundings with curves that hug trees or bring their trunks into the interior. In this way, the office and FabLab form an organic hub […] [View on My Modern Met]() ​ ​[Macklemore Delivers Heartfelt Speech After Young Fan Slips at His Concert]()​ [Macklemore Delivers Heartfelt Speech After Young Fan Slips at His Concert] Whether you're a kid or an adult, we all make mistakes. Stumbling in front of a massive crowd could be an embarrassing situation for almost anyone. When a young music fan named Willow slipped on stage at a Macklemore concert in Minneapolis, she made sure to jump right back to her feet and continue dancing. […] [View on My Modern Met]() ​ ​[NASA Discovers New “Scorching” Seven-Planet System Orbiting Distant Star](=)​ [NASA Discovers New “Scorching” Seven-Planet System Orbiting Distant Star] The Kepler telescope was deactivated in 2018, ending its mission almost a decade after its launch. However, its observations continue to teach us new things about the universe. NASA reports that astronomers have found a system of seven planets thanks to the data gathered by the Kepler telescope. Known as Kepler-385 due to the involvement […] [View on My Modern Met](=) ​ ​[Awe-Inspiring “Alien” Light Beams at Stonehenge Created With Drones](=)​ [Awe-Inspiring “Alien” Light Beams at Stonehenge Created With Drones] Photographer Reuben Wu is known for his Lux Noctis project, in which powerful lights attached to drones illuminate the landscape. In 2021, National Geographic called upon him to use his skills for its August 2022 cover. But it wasn't just any landscape that they asked him to photograph; it was the iconic Stonehenge. And recently, Wu […] [View on My Modern Met](=) ​ ​[10 Best Online Art Galleries for Purchasing Original Paintings](=)​ [10 Best Online Art Galleries for Purchasing Original Paintings] In our guide to buying art online, we introduced you to several platforms to help you start or build an art collection. But here, we're focusing specifically on where to find great paintings for sale. Whether you are interested in oils, acrylics, watercolors, or mixed media, you'll find the perfect canvas to hang on your […] [View on My Modern Met](=) ​ ​[Antique Map Acquired at Estate Sale Turns Out to Be an Extremely Rare 14th-Century Portolan Chart](​ [Antique Map Acquired at Estate Sale Turns Out to Be an Extremely Rare 14th-Century Portolan Chart] Over the last few years, we've heard about mind-boggling finds in thrift stores and estate sales. The tale always features someone spotting an unassuming work of art, taking it home, only to then realize it is worth much more than what they originally paid for it. As thrilling as those stories are, none come close […] [View on My Modern Met]( ​ ​[Playful Scenes of Squirrels Interacting With Toy Dinosaurs](​ [Playful Scenes of Squirrels Interacting With Toy Dinosaurs] Watching films like Jurassic Park can make you wonder what it would be like to live in a world with dinosaurs. While it would definitely be strange for people, animals would probably be fearful of these prehistoric animals as well. Germany-based photographer Niki Colemont tests this theory in his playful series of photos where brave […] [View on My Modern Met]( ​ ​[Largest-Ever Roman Mosaic Discovered in Anatolia Turns Out to Be Even Bigger Than Expected]()​ [Largest-Ever Roman Mosaic Discovered in Anatolia Turns Out to Be Even Bigger Than Expected] Anyone who has studied ancient Roman architecture knows they never missed an artistic moment. From elaborate columns to painted plaster to marble statues, Roman villas in particular were true showstoppers. Even the floors were beautifully decorated with rich, intricate mosaics. One villa in the village of İncesu, in the province of Keyseri, Turkey, is a […] [View on My Modern Met]() ​ ​[10 Years Ago “Batkid” Fought Cancer and Saved the City, Now He’s 15 and Healthy]()​ [10 Years Ago “Batkid” Fought Cancer and Saved the City, Now He’s 15 and Healthy] Photo: Make-A-WishThis post may contain affiliate links. If you make a purchase, My Modern Met may earn an affiliate commission. Please read our disclosure for more info. Ten years ago, San Francisco was transformed into Gotham City and in need of a hero. The Make-A-Wish Foundation helped 5-year-old Miles Scott take on the role of […] [View on My Modern Met]() ​ ​[Mystery Man on ‘Led Zeppelin IV’ Album Cover Is Finally Identified After 52 Years]()​ [Mystery Man on ‘Led Zeppelin IV’ Album Cover Is Finally Identified After 52 Years] Upon its release in 1971, Led Zeppelin's untitled fourth studio album known as Led Zeppelin IV, became an instant classic. While it is one of the most popular rock albums of all time, its cover art was long shrouded in mystery. Featuring a framed portrait of a man hanging on a decaying wallpapered wall, it […] [View on My Modern Met]() ​ ​[Sebastião Salgado’s Illustrious Photography Career Honored With Achievement Award]()​ [Sebastião Salgado’s Illustrious Photography Career Honored With Achievement Award] Brazilian photojournalist Sebastião Salgado is being honored by the 2024 Sony World Photography Awards. Salgado, who has traveled to over 120 countries for his social documentary projects, will be the recipient of the Outstanding Contribution to Photography award. It's a fitting show of respect for Salgado, whose career spans more than 50 years. Known for […] [View on My Modern Met]() ​ ​[Artist Captures Warm Family Moments in Beautiful Watercolor Illustrations](​ [Artist Captures Warm Family Moments in Beautiful Watercolor Illustrations] There are many ways that families show their love. It can be in the smallest moments, like a mother brushing her daughter's hair, or a father letting his child sit on his lap. Artist Soosh captures these tender fleeting moments in her beautiful watercolor illustrations. Using a delicate color palette, she renders a variety of […] [View on My Modern Met]( ​ ​[Take This Quick IQ Quiz to Test Your General Knowledge [Quiz]](​ [Take This Quick IQ Quiz to Test Your General Knowledge [Quiz]] First created in 1905 to test French children who were struggling in school, the IQ test has greatly evolved. Today, there are a wide variety of aptitude tests to help us understand how our mind works. Traditionally, IQ tests examine a large skill set, from analytical and mathematical thinking to short-term memory and spatial thinking. […] [View on My Modern Met]( ​ ​[Family Discovers Their Living Room Painting Is a Lost Masterpiece Worth Millions](​ [Family Discovers Their Living Room Painting Is a Lost Masterpiece Worth Millions] Some things become so ordinary that we easily miss their extraordinary nature. For some people, the decor they spend their lives around is merely sentimental or aesthetically pleasing. However, it can turn out to be extraordinary and of great interest to the world. We’ve recently seen a TV room painting turn out to be by […] [View on My Modern Met]( ​ ​[Lone Male Orca Known as “Old Thom” Is Taken in by a Pod of White-Sided Dolphins]()​ [Lone Male Orca Known as “Old Thom” Is Taken in by a Pod of White-Sided Dolphins]  Ver esta publicación en Instagram  Una publicación compartida por John C. (@seumas326) Orcas are fascinating animals. They are huge in size, highly intelligent, and quite social. But for all their interesting features, a particular whale has stood out for not following the status quo. Known as Old Thom, this particular orca has caught […] [View on My Modern Met]() ​ ​[Andean Bear Resting in a Tree Wins Nature Photographer of the Year Award](=)​ [Andean Bear Resting in a Tree Wins Nature Photographer of the Year Award] Canadian nature photographer Jacquie Matechuk has been named the overall winner of the 2023 Nature Photographer of the Year competition. Her photo of a male spectacled bear looking to the sky as he took refuge in an old fig tree is an enchanting look at a rare species found in the Andean Mountain range. Her […] [View on My Modern Met](=) ​ ​[Hachikō the Dog Who Waited 10 Years for His Owner To Return Would Be 100 Years Old Today]()​ [Hachikō the Dog Who Waited 10 Years for His Owner To Return Would Be 100 Years Old Today] One hundred years ago, on November 10, 1923, a special Akita Inu pup was born. He was adopted by Hidesaburo Ueno, an agricultural professor at Tokyo Imperial University (modern-day University of Tokyo), and called Hachikō. Though it has been almost a century since his passing, the story of Hachikō's unwavering loyalty to his owner continues […] [View on My Modern Met]() ​ ​[Mattel Debuts ‘Wilma Mankiller’ Barbie Doll Honoring the Iconic First Female Cherokee Chief](=)​ [Mattel Debuts ‘Wilma Mankiller’ Barbie Doll Honoring the Iconic First Female Cherokee Chief] After 2023's wildly successfully Barbie movie, it's more obvious than ever that Barbie is more than just a plastic doll. She embodies the dreams of young girls and has for decades been a vehicle for imagining a bright future. Barbie—owned by the Mattel brand—has become increasingly representative in recent years, aiming to diversify its dolls' […] [View on My Modern Met](=) ​ ​[Cristina Mittermeier on the Environmental Trials and Tribulations of Antarctica [Interview]](=)​ [Cristina Mittermeier on the Environmental Trials and Tribulations of Antarctica [Interview]] Conservation photographer Cristina Mittermeier has dedicated her career to the protection of the natural world. Specifically, she is passionate about the state of our world's oceans, and through SeaLegacy, a non-profit she founded with her partner Paul Nicklen, she helps shine a spotlight on environmental issues through visual storytelling. In a recent Facebook Story, Mittermeier […] [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