My Modern Met - July 17 Daily Digest

--------------------------------------------------------------- ​ ​ ​[People Can’t Tell if a Horse Is Walking Towards or Away From You in This Mind-Bending Optical Illusion](=)​ [People Can’t Tell if a Horse Is Walking Towards or Away From You in This Mind-Bending Optical Illusion] There are few things the internet loves more than a mind-bending optical illusion—especially those that spark a debate and leave people wondering for hours on end. The latest head-scratching illusion stars a horse named Rudnik walking through a wintery scene—but where is he walking to? That even puzzled Alesia Willard, the horse's loving human. Rudnik […] [View on My Modern Met](=) ​ ​[RIP Shannen Doherty: ‘Charmed’ and ‘Beverly Hills, 90210’ Star Dies at 53]()​ [RIP Shannen Doherty: ‘Charmed’ and ‘Beverly Hills, 90210’ Star Dies at 53] On Saturday, July 13, 2024, beloved actor Shannen Doherty passed away at the age of 53 after a courageous battle with cancer. Doherty was widely recognized for her iconic roles as Brenda Walsh on Beverly Hills, 90210, and Prue Halliwell on Charmed. “The devoted daughter, sister, aunt, and friend was surrounded by her loved ones […] [View on My Modern Met]() ​ ​[French Artist JR Carries the Olympic Flame Through the Louvre]()​ [French Artist JR Carries the Olympic Flame Through the Louvre] Embed from Getty Images The countdown to the 2024 Paris Summer Olympics is on. On Bastille Day, just shy of two weeks from the July 26 opening ceremonies, the Olympic Torch Relay made its way through the French capital. Weaving through famous monuments like the Eiffel Tower, Moulin Rouge, and Arc de Triomphe, the Olympic […] [View on My Modern Met]() ​ ​[Oldest Wine Ever Discovered in Liquid Form Is Found in Spanish Tomb](=)​ [Oldest Wine Ever Discovered in Liquid Form Is Found in Spanish Tomb] A family in southwestern Spain started some renovations on their house back in 2019. They quickly happened upon a tomb that was part of the ancient Roman city Carmo's necropolis, or massive graveyard. This tomb had been covered up for millennia, and as a result remained undisturbed by looters. The artifacts that lay under modern-day […] [View on My Modern Met](=) ​ ​[Astrophotographer Captures the Beauty of the Universe Against the Natural Landscapes of Kyrgyzstan](=)​ [Astrophotographer Captures the Beauty of the Universe Against the Natural Landscapes of Kyrgyzstan] For astrophotographer Soumyadeep Mukherjee, Kyrgyzstan is a gold mine. Last June, he mentored a workshop there, but found the country to be severely underrepresented in the field of astrophotography. Hoping to spread the word about the land's photographic potential, he set out to shoot some marvelous images against the many landscapes of Kyrgyzstan—a country that […] [View on My Modern Met](=) ​ ​[Handmade “Nose Rings” Designed To Look Just Like Different Animal Noses](=)​ [Handmade “Nose Rings” Designed To Look Just Like Different Animal Noses] Designer Kathryn Reid is not your typical jeweler. Her high-quality and unique designs break away from traditional norms in the jewelry industry. This is particularly evident in her latest Nose Ring collection. These uniquely crafted accessories are not your typical “nose rings” meant for human noses. Instead, they are rings meant for the human finger […] [View on My Modern Met](=) ​ ​[Hidden Tunnels Discovered Under 1,500-Year-Old Church in Istanbul](​ [Hidden Tunnels Discovered Under 1,500-Year-Old Church in Istanbul] Ancient cities carry ancient secrets under modern streets and buildings. One of the most interesting ancient cities of the Mediterranean, Constantinople, lies underneath and throughout what is now Istanbul, poking its historical fingers above ground throughout in in interesting ways. There's Hagia Sophia, the ancient church turned modern Mosque, or the ancient columns left behind […] [View on My Modern Met]( ​ ​[Woman Shows How to Properly Use Salt & Pepper Shakers and People Are Blown Away]()​ [Woman Shows How to Properly Use Salt & Pepper Shakers and People Are Blown Away] In mid-July, a TikTok video reuploaded to X (formerly Twitter) started going viral. In the video, a food server demonstrates the “proper way” to use a salt and pepper shaker. Contrary to their name, salt and pepper shakers aren't actually meant to be shaken. The woman in the video argues that the correct way to […] [View on My Modern Met]() ​ ​[Five Grizzly Bear Cubs With Their Mom Spotted in Yellowstone for the First Time](=)​ [Five Grizzly Bear Cubs With Their Mom Spotted in Yellowstone for the First Time] One Yellowstone tour guide was in for a rare treat when he saw—and filmed—a female grizzly bear (Ursus arctos horribilis) with five cubs. Why is this so interesting? Grizzlies typically give birth to cubs in pairs, with most litters consisting of two cubs, though four cub litters aren't that uncommon. Spotting a family with five […] [View on My Modern Met](=) ​ ​[Before and After Images of 16 Dogs Being Told They’re a Good Boy/Girl]()​ [Before and After Images of 16 Dogs Being Told They’re a Good Boy/Girl] @thegoodhype MALEFICENT DIDN’T BELIEVE ME #rescuedog #fosterdog #dogsoftiktok VC: @Peli Roja's Pets ♬ original sound – SpongeBob background music From devoted service dogs to search and rescue pups, countless stories celebrate the heroism of our canine companions. Dogs are so remarkable that studies show they can help us live longer, detect when we're stressed, and […] [View on My Modern Met]() ​ ​[30 Great Amazon Prime Day Deals on Art Supplies and Unique Gifts](​ [30 Great Amazon Prime Day Deals on Art Supplies and Unique Gifts] Attention, art enthusiasts—Amazon Prime Day has officially arrived. This special event runs from Tuesday, July 16 to Wednesday, July 17 for Amazon Prime members, and is most well known offering big discounts on everything from furniture and kitchenware to tech and books. This year, whether you're looking for some new art supplies or fun decor […] [View on My Modern Met]( ​ ​[How To Build Up an Art Habit To Make Sure You’re Always Creating]()​ [How To Build Up an Art Habit To Make Sure You’re Always Creating] Are you an art hobbyist or perhaps an art enthusiast who wants to become an artist? In either case, finding time and motivation to make art can be a challenge. With work, school, friends, family, and household chores, it’s easy to neglect your recreational passion. Perhaps your last artworks were finger paintings for mom's refrigerator, […] [View on My Modern Met]() ​ ​[2,000+ Years of Dogs in Art, From Ancient Mosaics to Instagram Selfies]()​ [2,000+ Years of Dogs in Art, From Ancient Mosaics to Instagram Selfies] Our four-legged friends are often the muses for art of all kinds. Of these creatures, dogs are one of the most popular subjects for painting, sculpture, and photography. Throughout art history, they’ve made appearances with members of the aristocracy, self-portraits with famous creatives, and been immortalized as balloons—and that’s just a small fraction of the […] [View on My Modern Met]() ​ ​[RIP Richard Simmons: The Fitness Guru Who Believed in a Healthy Lifestyle for Everyone Dies at 76]()​ [RIP Richard Simmons: The Fitness Guru Who Believed in a Healthy Lifestyle for Everyone Dies at 76] Richard Simmons, a workout personality that rose to stardom with his welcoming approach to fitness, has passed away. His frizzy hair, short shorts, and sparkling demeanor made him instantly recognizable throughout the decades. Simmons had just celebrated his 76th birthday the day before in his Hollywood Hills home. His passing was confirmed by his longtime […] [View on My Modern Met]() ​ ​[‘Volocopter’ Brings Flying Taxis to 2024 Paris Olympic Games]()​ [‘Volocopter’ Brings Flying Taxis to 2024 Paris Olympic Games] The future is finally here—the French government has permitted electric air taxis that are set to be used in the 2024 Paris Olympic Games, potentially revolutionizing urban transportation. Thus far, only one VTOL (Vertical Take-Off and Landing) company, Volocopter, has been authorized to operate their flying taxis during the event. Volocopter's air vehicles, or VoloCity, […] [View on My Modern Met]() ​ ​[RIP Dr. Ruth: Acclaimed Sex Therapist Dies at 96](​ [RIP Dr. Ruth: Acclaimed Sex Therapist Dies at 96] The incredible life of Ruth Westheimer, better known as Dr. Ruth, has come to an end. The acclaimed German-American sex therapist, who broke barriers with her frank talk about taboo topics, died at her Manhattan home on Friday, July 12. She was 96 years old. While most of the world knows Dr. Ruth for her […] [View on My Modern Met]( ​ ​[9-Year-Old Guitar Prodigy Soulfully Plays the Blues Better Than Many Adults](=)​ [9-Year-Old Guitar Prodigy Soulfully Plays the Blues Better Than Many Adults] In many ways, Junxi Lu is an average 9-year-old boy. He enjoys playing with his friends and dressing up in colorful clothes and wigs. But he also has a passion for music that far exceeds his age, as he is incredibly skilled at playing both the classical and electric guitar. The young guitar prodigy, better […] [View on My Modern Met](=) ​ ​[Creative Hummingbird Feeding Mask Allows You To Observe Birds From Up-Close](​ [Creative Hummingbird Feeding Mask Allows You To Observe Birds From Up-Close] Getting a glimpse at hummingbirds can be hard. That's why seeing them in person is even considered a sign of good luck. But what if you could improve your chances of seeing these creatures up-close from the comfort of your home? One company created a simple solution called HummViewer, a quirky gadget that'll get you […] [View on My Modern Met]( ​ ​[Colorful Infographics Explore the Mysterious World of Exoplanets](​ [Colorful Infographics Explore the Mysterious World of Exoplanets] Since 1992, when the first exoplanet was confirmed, over 6,600 have been discovered in 4,868 planetary systems. Inspired by these discoveries, Slovakian artist and designer Martin Vargic has created two visual representations that are aesthetically beautiful and scientifically fascinating. One infographic, the Exoplanet Zoo, shows over 1,100 known exoplanets arranged by the amount of heat […] [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