My Modern Met - December 15 Daily Digest

--------------------------------------------------------------- ​ = ​ ​[Felled Sycamore Gap Tree Shows Signs That It Will Regrow](=)​ [Felled Sycamore Gap Tree Shows Signs That It Will Regrow] The UK recently lost one of its iconic natural wonders—the Sycamore Gap Tree. The picturesque tree decorated the Northumberland countryside for hundreds of years, occupying unique space between two hills and just beside the ruins of Hadrian's wall. It was discovered purposefully felled a couple of months ago, in September, breaking the hearts of people […] [View on My Modern Met](=) ​ ​[Teen Collects, Cleans, and Packages Custom LEGO Brick Sets To Donate To Underprivileged Kids](​ [Teen Collects, Cleans, and Packages Custom LEGO Brick Sets To Donate To Underprivileged Kids] LEGO bricks are one of the most beloved toys by kids around the world. Known for their simple design, these tiny plastic bricks can foster infinite creative possibilities. Unfortunately, because of their price tag, they can be just out of reach for kids in underserved communities. Aware of how these toys can inspire and inform […] [View on My Modern Met]( ​ ​[AI Visualizes All 50 U.S. States as Hunger Games Contestants](​ [AI Visualizes All 50 U.S. States as Hunger Games Contestants] Thanks to the new film The Hunger Games: The Ballad of Songbirds & Snakes, the Hunger Games series is seeing a revival. This series of novels by Suzanne Collins about a dystopian future where rival districts send contestants to play a deadly game became a cultural phenomenon that helped launch Jennifer Lawrence's career after they […] [View on My Modern Met]( ​ ​[20 Pencil Drawing Ideas To Inspire You To Start Creating](=)​ [20 Pencil Drawing Ideas To Inspire You To Start Creating] There's a lot that goes into making art. Paint, brushes, pastels, and markers are just some of the materials that creatives will have in their studio. However, you don't need to go on a shopping spree to dip your toes into drawing. With just a pencil and some paper, you can start honing your skills—one […] [View on My Modern Met](=) ​ ​[Rare Saharan Antelope Is Brought Back From the Brink of Extinction](​ [Rare Saharan Antelope Is Brought Back From the Brink of Extinction] Like so many animals today, Saharan antelope are severely threatened. However, a recent announcement offers a glimmer of hope for their future. The scimitar horned oryx—which can be identified by its long, arched horns and white-and-brown face—has been brought back from the brink of extinction. After previously being labeled extinct in the wild in 2000 […] [View on My Modern Met]( ​ ​[10-Year-Old’s “Postbox to Heaven” Is Adopted by Cemeteries Across UK](​ [10-Year-Old’s “Postbox to Heaven” Is Adopted by Cemeteries Across UK] Grief is different for everyone. Many people going through mourning wish they could have another word with their loved ones. That was certainly the case for 10-year-old Matilda Handy. After losing both of her grandparents within a span of five years, she had an idea for a “postbox to heaven,” so she could continue to […] [View on My Modern Met]( ​ ​[Kind Strangers Send 64 Pairs of Tiny Shoes to Chicken With Missing Toes So He Can Walk Around Easier](=)​ [Kind Strangers Send 64 Pairs of Tiny Shoes to Chicken With Missing Toes So He Can Walk Around Easier]  Ver esta publicación en Instagram  Una publicación compartida por Nubz (@calliope.nubz.insta) Some owners accessorize their pets to protect them from the elements or to simply add a little style to their look. But for a chicken named Nubz and his human, Meesh Davignon, the tiny shoes he wears around his home are so […] [View on My Modern Met](=) ​ ​[Biodegradable iPhone Covers You Can Plant in the Ground and Grow a Garden With When You’re Done With It](=)​ [Biodegradable iPhone Covers You Can Plant in the Ground and Grow a Garden With When You’re Done With It] Phone cases are designed to provide protection for your device, but there's usually the added benefit of style. When you upgrade your phone, however, it usually demands a new cover to go along with it. This means that the old model will often end up in storage or in the trash. In an effort to […] [View on My Modern Met](=) ​ ​[You Can Now Take an Immersive Virtual Tour of the Lascaux Cave Paintings](=)​ [You Can Now Take an Immersive Virtual Tour of the Lascaux Cave Paintings] In 1940, a teenager accidentally stumbled upon a series of prehistoric paintings in southwestern France. Though eventually called the Lascaux cave, the site is actually a web of multiple caves, with art on the walls dating back to the Upper Paleolithic era (between 12,000 to 50,000 years ago). The excitement surrounding the discovery led to […] [View on My Modern Met](=) ​ ​[Create Your Dream Home Landscape With Yardzen](=)​ [Create Your Dream Home Landscape With Yardzen] Your yard is its own canvas for landscape design. It’s an exciting prospect; you can create a space that is wholly you and where you’ll undoubtedly make countless memories. Figuring out its design is something you could do yourself, but it's often better to leave it to the experts to plan and execute your vision. […] [View on My Modern Met](=) ​ ​[Incredible Winners of the 2023 Environmental Photographer of the Year Highlight Our Planet’s Climate Struggles](=)​ [Incredible Winners of the 2023 Environmental Photographer of the Year Highlight Our Planet’s Climate Struggles] Thousands of photographers submitted their images to the 2023 Environmental Photographer of the Year (EPOTY) contest, but it was Italy's Maurizio di Pietro who came out on top. His fascinating image of an experiment that tests the possibilities of black flies as a source of nutrition won him the overall prize in the 16th edition […] [View on My Modern Met](=) ​ ​[Chinstrap Penguins Have a Fascinating “Microsleep” Schedule Made Up of Thousands of 4-Second Naps](=)​ [Chinstrap Penguins Have a Fascinating “Microsleep” Schedule Made Up of Thousands of 4-Second Naps] Getting enough sleep is a challenge for almost everyone. In the case that you can't get at least seven hours off sleep at night, taking a cat nap is a great way to catch up on rest. While felines are most commonly recognized as avid daytime snoozers, there's a certain bird that has taken napping […] [View on My Modern Met](=) ​ ​[Versatile 3-In-1 LEGO Set Can Be Built Into a Vintage Camera, Camcorder, or TV]()​ [Versatile 3-In-1 LEGO Set Can Be Built Into a Vintage Camera, Camcorder, or TV] Usually, the goal of a LEGO set is to create one structure or design. However, a new release gives users the option to construct three different objects from the same pieces. The LEGO Creator Retro Camera comes with 261 bricks that can be recombined to create a vintage-style camera (with film), a camcorder, or even […] [View on My Modern Met]() ​ ​[Remarkable Winners of the 2023 International Photography Awards](=)​ [Remarkable Winners of the 2023 International Photography Awards] The 20th anniversary of the International Photography Awards (IPA) brings together a stunning collection of images from professional and amateur photographers around the world. Tens of thousands of images underwent a rigorous evaluation by an international panel of judges before winners were selected in diverse categories like People, Nature, Advertising, and Fine Art. While all […] [View on My Modern Met](=) ​ ​[Flight Attendant Gives Announcement Imitating the Voices of Beloved Looney Tunes Characters](=)​ [Flight Attendant Gives Announcement Imitating the Voices of Beloved Looney Tunes Characters] In-flight announcements are vital to keep everyone safe, but they’re also usually monotone. They can be even more boring for flight attendants, who may repeat them several times a day. As a way to keep spirits up, a Southwest crew member put his talents to use and gave the safety instructions a twist. A viral […] [View on My Modern Met](=) ​ ​[Halley’s Comet Has Begun Its 38-Year Journey Back Toward Earth]()​ [Halley’s Comet Has Begun Its 38-Year Journey Back Toward Earth] Halley's Comet is one of the most fascinating astronomic events ever, with records dating back to a thousand years ago. It was last visible from Earth in 1986, and since it comes around every 75 to 79 years, its next sighting will take place in July 2061. And while that seems a while away, we […] [View on My Modern Met]() ​ ​[Powerful Mixed-Media Carvings Speak to the Experiences of Black Womanhood](​ [Powerful Mixed-Media Carvings Speak to the Experiences of Black Womanhood] Baltimore-based artist LaToya Hobbs is presenting a series of recent woodblock prints and mixed-media portraits at Nashville's Frist Art Museum. The powerful pieces demonstrate how Hobbs deftly merges her printmaking and painting practices to create work that speaks to Black womanhood, family, labor, and self-care. Often using her friends and family as models, much of […] [View on My Modern Met]( ​ ​[Artist Shares Secrets of How To Draw Incredibly Realistic Portraits [Interview]]()​ [Artist Shares Secrets of How To Draw Incredibly Realistic Portraits [Interview]] Brazilian artist Matheus Macedo is known for his incredibly realistic portraits. Using pencils and charcoal, he's able to infuse his drawing with an uncanny sense of realism. Macedo often focuses on famous faces, and he has a knack for incorporating rich detail in their facial features without losing the vitality that makes their personalities leap […] [View on My Modern Met]() ​ ​[Pantone Color of the Year 2024 Is “Peach Fuzz”](=)​ [Pantone Color of the Year 2024 Is “Peach Fuzz”] As 2023 is winding down, Pantone has set the tone for next year: a warm and delicate orange-pink. Peach Fuzz (PANTONE 13-1023) was announced as the Color of the Year 2024, inspiring not only the design trends to come, but hopefully inviting a time of kindness, collaboration, and softness. The ups and downs of the […] [View on My Modern Met](=) ​ ​[News Anchor Gives On-Air Response to Viewer That Body Shamed Her]()​ [News Anchor Gives On-Air Response to Viewer That Body Shamed Her] Global News Calgary traffic reporter @global_leslie responds to an email criticising her choice of clothes. #yyc pic.twitter.com/r9Od0hKbn0 — Global Calgary (@GlobalCalgary) December 5, 2023 The internet has brought a lot of good things into our lives. But sadly, it has also allowed people to hide behind a faceless avatar to make comments they wouldn't say […] [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