My Modern Met - August 28 Daily Digest

--------------------------------------------------------------- ​ ​ ​[How One Japanese Company Has Survived For 1,400 Years](​ [How One Japanese Company Has Survived For 1,400 Years] Japan is home to some of the longest-running businesses in the world. But none have run longer than Kongō Gumi. This construction company was founded in 578 CE. At the time, Japan's Prince Shōtoku was looking to build a Buddhist temple, but as the country was mainly Shinto, there were no carpenters with that skill […] [View on My Modern Met]( ​ ​[Photographer Captures Stunning, Rare Double Moonbow](​ [Photographer Captures Stunning, Rare Double Moonbow] We've all seen rainbows, but have you ever witnessed a moonbow? Also known as a lunar rainbow, this optical phenomenon happens when moonlight is refracted through water droplets in the air. They're rarer than rainbows, which makes photographer Aaron Watson‘s image of a double moonbow even more special. Watson of Skies-Alive Photography captured the incredible […] [View on My Modern Met]( ​ ​[You Should Never Run From a Charging Bear But Here’s What You Should Do Instead]()​ [You Should Never Run From a Charging Bear But Here’s What You Should Do Instead] When confronted with danger, we often face a choice between fight or flight. For many, the instinctive reaction to a charging bear is to run. However, this response can be more dangerous than you might think. A wildlife tour company, Scenic Bear Viewing in Homer, Alaska, recently shared a video revealing that it’s better to […] [View on My Modern Met]() ​ ​[Circular Urban Swimming Pool in Lisbon Transforms Dilapidated Pier Into Community Oasis](=)​ [Circular Urban Swimming Pool in Lisbon Transforms Dilapidated Pier Into Community Oasis] While Portugal is located on the sea, that doesn't necessarily make it convenient for those living in the capital to get in a good swim. That's why two Lisbon-based architecture firms, X Atelier and Atelier Baum, have joined forces to create Loop Pool Tejo. This urban swimming pool transforms a dilapidated pier on the Tagus […] [View on My Modern Met](=) ​ ​[World’s First Carbon Capture Facility to Be Operational by Early 2025](​ [World’s First Carbon Capture Facility to Be Operational by Early 2025] Excess carbon dioxide, produced by mankind with particular vigor since the Industrial Revolution, is a prime driver of the climate crisis. Though it’s important to limit and stave off the production of carbon dioxide, it’s proven difficult in a society filled with gas-guzzling cars and smoke-belching factories. So as carbon dioxide continues to pour into […] [View on My Modern Met]( ​ ​[Doctor Settles Debate About Whether It’s Better to Shower at Morning or at Night](=)​ [Doctor Settles Debate About Whether It’s Better to Shower at Morning or at Night] Showers are a staple of our daily routines, but the specifics about them are up to each person. Particularly, the best time to take one has long been a contentious debate. But what's actually the best time to shower? Some swear by showering in the morning and others like to bathe at night. To settle […] [View on My Modern Met](=) ​ ​[National Park Service Receives a Record-High Gift of $100M, the Largest Grant in Its History]()​ [National Park Service Receives a Record-High Gift of $100M, the Largest Grant in Its History] Since its inception in 1916, the National Park Service (NPS) has strived to protect natural environments and offer a world-class experience to all its visitors. Now, thanks to a generous donation, it'll continue to uphold these missions. The National Park Foundation announced it has received the largest grant in its history, a $100 million gift […] [View on My Modern Met]() ​ ​[New Research Suggests That Doing Arts and Crafts Can Improve Your Mental Health]()​ [New Research Suggests That Doing Arts and Crafts Can Improve Your Mental Health] Arts and crafts like painting, pottery, and weaving have been around for centuries, and there’s just something about making things with your hands that people can’t get enough of. Today, there’s a growing number of individuals embracing these timeless skills. Even celebrities, known primarily for their achievements in acting or sports, are channeling their talents […] [View on My Modern Met]() ​ ​[1,800 Hand-Painted Tiles Form Incredible Tree of Life Mural Filled With Fauna and Flora](​ [1,800 Hand-Painted Tiles Form Incredible Tree of Life Mural Filled With Fauna and Flora] Cape Town-based artist Michael Chandler gave Miami boutique Cult Gaia a distinct look with a hand-painted ceramic tile mural covering the store's façade. Inspired by the owner's Persian heritage, the mural has Tree of Life theme and spans 1,800 tiles. Chandler worked on this commission in his studio, Chandler House, mapping each tile so that […] [View on My Modern Met]( ​ ​[Watch Botswana’s President React to 2,492-Carat Diamond, the Second-Largest Diamond Ever Found](​ [Watch Botswana’s President React to 2,492-Carat Diamond, the Second-Largest Diamond Ever Found] Botswana is the second-largest producer of natural diamonds globally, and yet, that doesn't stop them from being surprised about the precious stones that pop up in the country. Recently, the largest diamond found in more than a century, and the second largest of all time, was unearthed at a mine in Botswana. To present it […] [View on My Modern Met]( ​ ​[World’s First Lung Cancer Vaccine Trials Are Now Running in Seven Countries](​ [World’s First Lung Cancer Vaccine Trials Are Now Running in Seven Countries] Lung cancer is the most common cancer worldwide, taking 1.8 million lives annually. Traditionally combated using surgery, radiation, and chemotherapy, survival rates have improved. But now, a new vaccine is looking to stop the cancer by harnessing the body's immune system. Trials for the world's first lung cancer vaccine have started in 34 research centers […] [View on My Modern Met]( ​ ​[Queen of Salsa Celia Cruz Is the First Afro-Latina on a U.S. Quarter](=)​ [Queen of Salsa Celia Cruz Is the First Afro-Latina on a U.S. Quarter] The “Queen of Salsa” Celia Cruz is the fourth woman to be honored in the 2024 American Women Quarters Program and the first Afro-Latina to grace a U.S. coin. This vivacious vocal powerhouse’s career spanned continents, genres, and decades. That’s a lot of life and musicality to portray on a small metal disc, but U.S. […] [View on My Modern Met](=) ​ ​[Stunning Photography From the 2024 Prix de la Photographie Paris Contest]()​ [Stunning Photography From the 2024 Prix de la Photographie Paris Contest] The winners of the prestigious Prix de la Photographie, Paris (PX3) photo competition have just been announced. Photographers compete across a diverse array of categories, including Advertising, Architecture, Book, Fine Art, Nature, Portraiture, Press, and Special. Each submission showcases the artist's extraordinary talent and creativity, further enriching the world of photography. The competition, which has […] [View on My Modern Met]() ​ ​[Colorful Thread Art Depicts Day-To-Day Life of Los Angeles’ Latino Communities]()​ [Colorful Thread Art Depicts Day-To-Day Life of Los Angeles’ Latino Communities] Sewing machines are often used to create garments and accessories; but, for artist Erick Medel, they are fully rounded artistic tools. Using colorful thread on deep blue, heavyweight denim, Medel depicts the daily routines of the latino community of Los Angeles' Boyle Heights neighborhood, where he lives. His images, which blur the lines between photography […] [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