My Modern Met - January 6 Daily Digest

--------------------------------------------------------------- ​ = ​ ​[90-Year-Old Becomes Oldest Person to Earn Master’s Degree From University](=)​ [90-Year-Old Becomes Oldest Person to Earn Master’s Degree From University] Everyone has a different path through education. While some zip through college right after high school, others find their way back years later. This was the case for Minnie Payne. The South Carolina native returned to the classroom after retiring at age 68, finally earning her much-coveted undergraduate degree when she was 73. Instead of […] [View on My Modern Met](=) ​ ​[Bindi Irwin Shares Emotional Post About How 2023 Changed Her Life]()​ [Bindi Irwin Shares Emotional Post About How 2023 Changed Her Life]  View this post on Instagram  A post shared by Bindi Irwin (@bindisueirwin) As one year comes to a close—and we start planning our resolutions for the next one—it's only natural to reflect on the past 12 months. For animal activist Bindi Irwin, 2023 was a life-changing year. The 25-year-old shared an emotional highlight […] [View on My Modern Met]() ​ ​[College Footballer Congratulates Former High School Teammate With Heartwarming Message After Game Loss](=)​ [College Footballer Congratulates Former High School Teammate With Heartwarming Message After Game Loss] Tyler Booker and J.J. McCarthy shared a moment after the game. They played high school ball together at IMG Academy #CFBPlayoff pic.twitter.com/1WeLQJNt5t — SportsCenter (@SportsCenter) January 2, 2024 A heartwarming display of sportsmanship recently occurred at the Rose Bowl. After losing the College Football Playoff Semifinal, player Tyler Booker made a poignant gesture. The Alabama […] [View on My Modern Met](=) ​ ​[24-Year-Old Becomes Youngest Black Female Licensed Commercial Pilot in the U.S.]()​ [24-Year-Old Becomes Youngest Black Female Licensed Commercial Pilot in the U.S.]  View this post on Instagram  A post shared by Miracle (@pilot.mira) While women have made great strides in male-dominated industries over the past few decades, piloting planes remains an old boys club. Only about 5% of those with commercial pilot licenses are women. While Bessie Coleman and Amelia Earhart were famous pioneers of […] [View on My Modern Met]() ​ ​[This Portable Painting Kit Has Everything You Need To Make Art On the Go]()​ [This Portable Painting Kit Has Everything You Need To Make Art On the Go] Inspiration can strike at any moment. With that in mind, Viviva Colors has designed a line of portable painting supplies—like their Original Colorsheets—that help artists work anywhere. One of their newest additions is an all-inclusive kit that has everything you need to make a masterpiece on the go. Available in A5 and the smaller A6 […] [View on My Modern Met]() ​ ​[Martha Stewart Shares “Thirst Trap” at 82 Years Old and Her Tips for the Perfect Selfie](​ [Martha Stewart Shares “Thirst Trap” at 82 Years Old and Her Tips for the Perfect Selfie] Age doesn't define beauty. Business mogul Martha Stewart knows this best of all, as the 82-year-old has become known for posting “thirst traps” on her Instagram. She recently shared a striking selfie that shows why she graced the cover of the 2023 Sports Illustrated swimsuit edition. In the picture, Stewart wears a matching gray gown […] [View on My Modern Met]( ​ ​[You Can Cuddle Some Cute Cows at This Unique Sanctuary in Hawai’i](​ [You Can Cuddle Some Cute Cows at This Unique Sanctuary in Hawai’i] The idea of cuddling with a furry friend sounds heavenly to many. Though cats and dogs are common snuggle buddies, there are other creatures out there who are down for a hug. Krishna Cow Sanctuary, located on the Island of Hawai'i, welcomes guests who could use some “cow cuddle therapy” by embracing these unexpectedly soft […] [View on My Modern Met]( ​ ​[Adorable 7-Year-Old Dances His Heart Out at Recital and Steals the Show](​ [Adorable 7-Year-Old Dances His Heart Out at Recital and Steals the Show] Dancing like no one is watching byu/UrbanCyclerPT innextfuckinglevel Few things are as contagious as the happiness of a 7-year-old. Just look at Klein Kwagga, a boy from South Africa who has melted hearts with his passionate performance at a school recital. The young man not only gives it all as he dances to the song […] [View on My Modern Met]( ​ ​[These Are the Most Borrowed Books From Public Libraries in 2023]()​ [These Are the Most Borrowed Books From Public Libraries in 2023] Each year brings the opportunity to make a New Year's resolution. For many, this often includes the promise to read more, whether it be books, magazines, or other media. If you haven't already made your reading list for 2024, then you may want to see what was popular last year according to U.S. public libraries. […] [View on My Modern Met]() ​ ​[Actor Gary Sinise Reflects on How Playing Lieutenant Dan in ‘Forest Gump’ Changed His Life](=)​ [Actor Gary Sinise Reflects on How Playing Lieutenant Dan in ‘Forest Gump’ Changed His Life] Actors play numerous roles throughout their careers, but some parts resonate more than others. For Gary Sinise, it was the character of Lieutenant Dan from Forrest Gump that made a lasting impact. In the 1994 film, Lt. Dan loses both of his legs during the Vietnam War, but regains his will to live again with […] [View on My Modern Met](=) ​ ​[Stunning Embroidered Still Lifes Made With Countless Stitches of Colorful Thread](=)​ [Stunning Embroidered Still Lifes Made With Countless Stitches of Colorful Thread] While many think of embroidery as a type of adornment, there are numerous crafters who are pushing the creative possibilities of this age-old pursuit. French artist Cécile Davidovici has collaborated with film director David Ctiborsky in a series titled La Vie Silencieuse, or “The Silent Life,” which transforms still life scenes into embroidered masterpieces. Each […] [View on My Modern Met](=) ​ ​[Mickey Mouse’s First Animated Short ‘Steamboat Willie’ Is Now in the Public Domain](​ [Mickey Mouse’s First Animated Short ‘Steamboat Willie’ Is Now in the Public Domain] Almost a century ago, one of the most iconic cartoon characters made his formal debut on the big screen. The 1928 animated short Steamboat Willie, one of the first cartoons with synchronized sound, featured an early version of Mickey Mouse in which he whistles to the tune of “Steamboat Bill” as he pilots a steam […] [View on My Modern Met]( ​ ​[Dutch Church Hosts a 96-Day-Long Service To Protect an Armenian Refugee Family From Being Deported](​ [Dutch Church Hosts a 96-Day-Long Service To Protect an Armenian Refugee Family From Being Deported] Church services are known for bringing people together. Sometimes, they can also rally behind a community member in need of help. But few efforts are as unique as that of Bethelkerk (Bethel Church), in the Netherlands. Facing deportation, a refugee family took shelter at the Protestant temple. And since the police is not allowed to […] [View on My Modern Met]( ​ ​[16-Year-Old Becomes Youngest Person to Ever Reach Finals at World Darts Championship]()​ [16-Year-Old Becomes Youngest Person to Ever Reach Finals at World Darts Championship]  Ver esta publicación en Instagram  Una publicación compartida por Luke TheNuke Littler (@lukethenukelittler) A 16-year-old named Luke Littler is taking the PDC World Darts Championship by storm. As of writing, Littler has reached the finals, defeating experienced competitors and previous champions two to three times his age. The young man reached the final […] [View on My Modern Met]() ​ ​[Ancestral Pueblo Carvings Discovered in the Southwest May Have Been a Calendar](​ [Ancestral Pueblo Carvings Discovered in the Southwest May Have Been a Calendar] Across human history, time has been measured in different ways—by moon cycles, plants ripening, and saints days. What we know to be the modern year can be divided in any number of ways; however, tracking time has always been critical, no matter how it is measured. Societies developed innovative calendars for this human need. Archeologists […] [View on My Modern Met]( ​ ​[Danny DeVito and Arnold Schwarzenegger Have a ‘Twins’ Reunion 36 Years After Their Film](​ [Danny DeVito and Arnold Schwarzenegger Have a ‘Twins’ Reunion 36 Years After Their Film] Nearly 36 years ago, actors Danny DeVito and Arnold Schwarzenegger co-starred in the comedy Twins. They played a pair of genetically engineered twin brothers that were separated at birth. As it turns out, their on screen bond has lived on after the 1988 movie's success as well. Recently, the pair of stars were captured in […] [View on My Modern Met]( ​ ​[Retired Couple Sells Everything To Live on Cruise Ships Forever](=)​ [Retired Couple Sells Everything To Live on Cruise Ships Forever] From Australia to the West Coast, senior couples seem to have found a cheaper and exciting alternative to retirement—living on cruises for the rest of their lives. The latest to adopt this lifestyle are John and Melody Hennessee, from Florida, who are planning to spend the rest of their days hopping from one cruise to […] [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