My Modern Met - May 25 Daily Digest

--------------------------------------------------------------- ​ ​[Researchers Discover the Earliest Recorded Kiss Was 4,500 Years Ago](=)​ [Researchers Discover the Earliest Recorded Kiss Was 4,500 Years Ago] Love is part of the human condition. It can be expressed in a variety of ways, from platonic hugs to passionate smooches to caring acts. But perhaps no symbol of love jumps to mind as swiftly as the kiss. Whether between lovers, on the cheeks of friends, or on the foreheads of small children, kisses […] [View on My Modern Met](=) ​ ​[Student Paralyzed From Neck Down Walks Across Graduation Stage With Help From a Robotic Exoskeleton](​ [Student Paralyzed From Neck Down Walks Across Graduation Stage With Help From a Robotic Exoskeleton] Thanks to a state-of-the-art device, a young man fulfilled his dream of walking across the graduation stage. Twenty-five-year-old Khalil Watson wore his cap and gown to receive his associate's degree from Reynolds Community College in Virginia. But unlike his peers, he did so with the help of a wearable robotic exoskeleton brought to life by […] [View on My Modern Met]( ​ ​[RIP Tina Turner: Honoring the Legendary and Courageous “Queen of Rock and Roll”](​ [RIP Tina Turner: Honoring the Legendary and Courageous “Queen of Rock and Roll”] Tina Turner, the powerhouse singer, performer, and survivor, has passed away at 83 after battling a long illness. She will be remembered for her electrifying performances, as well as her incredible courage to overcome obstacles and forge a lasting legacy. With a career that spanned over eight decades, her rise to fame and her strength […] [View on My Modern Met]( ​ ​[Sea Turtle Given the Very First 3D-Printed Shell Brace Is Still Thriving Years Later](​ [Sea Turtle Given the Very First 3D-Printed Shell Brace Is Still Thriving Years Later]  Ver esta publicación en Instagram  Una publicación compartida por Birch Aquarium at Scripps (@birchaquarium) Thanks to an innovative solution, a marine creature is getting to live life to the fullest. In 2014, a loggerhead sea turtle was rescued and moved into San Diego's Birch Aquarium after it was found near a power plant […] [View on My Modern Met]( ​ ​[Relive the 80s With This 2,651-Piece LEGO Set of a Pac-Man Arcade](=)​ [Relive the 80s With This 2,651-Piece LEGO Set of a Pac-Man Arcade] Fans of old-fashioned arcade games can relive the experience with LEGO's newest set. Inspired by the 1980s game of Pac-Man, this 2,651-piece set helps you recreate the iconic game. Not only does it feature figurines of the titular character and the ghost villains Blinky and Clyde, but it also includes the necessary parts to activate […] [View on My Modern Met](=) ​ ​[30 Birthday Gifts for a Boyfriend To Make His Big Day a Special One](=)​ [30 Birthday Gifts for a Boyfriend To Make His Big Day a Special One] Buying presents for close loved ones can be tricky. It seems like the better you know someone, the harder it is to buy for them. Birthday gifts are one of those occasions. You want a present that is thoughtful but also makes them go “wow!” upon opening it. We’re here to help with birthday gifts […] [View on My Modern Met](=) ​ ​[Discover Your Political Alter Ego: Which Former U.S. President Are You? [Quiz]]()​ [Discover Your Political Alter Ego: Which Former U.S. President Are You? [Quiz]] Being the president of the United States is no easy task. And this week, we're back with a fun personality quiz to see what kind of leader you'd be. Just answer this quick 10-question quiz to see which former American president has a leadership style that mirrors your own. As always, if you also choose […] [View on My Modern Met]() ​ ​[Justin Timberlake Gives Funny Response to Someone Saying “Your Girlfriend Looks Like Jessica Biel”](=)​ [Justin Timberlake Gives Funny Response to Someone Saying “Your Girlfriend Looks Like Jessica Biel”] To many, Justin Timberlake is an A-list superstar. The Grammy-winning singer and actor has been in the public eye since his boyband days with ‘NSYNC. Aside from his superstar status, he’s also married to another celebrity: Jessica Biel. They’ve been married for over 10 years, tying the knot after several years of dating. So, by […] [View on My Modern Met](=) ​ ​[Coach Bravely Jumps Into Pool To Save Artistic Swimmer Who Fainted and Sank](=)​ [Coach Bravely Jumps Into Pool To Save Artistic Swimmer Who Fainted and Sank] USA's Anita Alvarez sank to the bottom of the pool, and her coach immediately dove in to save her. by u/haddock420 in pics What began as a scary situation was rapidly resolved by the quick thinking of one person. Andrea Fuentes, head coach of USA Artistic Swimming, is known for her storied career—she won four […] [View on My Modern Met](=) ​ ​[Harrison Ford Has the Perfect Reply to Being Called “Hot” at 80 Years Old](=)​ [Harrison Ford Has the Perfect Reply to Being Called “Hot” at 80 Years Old] The fifth installment of the Indiana Jones saga was given a standing ovation at the 76th Cannes Film Festival. After holding an important place in American cinema for four decades, the new movie, Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny, is sure to be a bittersweet farewell to the archeology professor. And while actor Harrison […] [View on My Modern Met](=) ​ ​[Brazilian Soccer Star Speaks Out Over Racism He Experienced During Spanish Gameplay]()​ [Brazilian Soccer Star Speaks Out Over Racism He Experienced During Spanish Gameplay] Vinícius Júnior is a 22-year-old Brazillian soccer player who has been the subject of racist abuse while on the field. On Sunday, May 21, 2023, his team Real Madrid played a game against Valencia CF and Vinícius endured persistent racist taunting. Valencia fans called Vinícius “mono” (Spanish for monkey) when he arrived at the stadium […] [View on My Modern Met]() ​ ​[93-Year-Old Grandmother Finishes Visiting All 63 U.S. National Parks With Her Grandson](=)​ [93-Year-Old Grandmother Finishes Visiting All 63 U.S. National Parks With Her Grandson]  View this post on Instagram  A post shared by Grandma Joy’s Road Trip (@grandmajoysroadtrip) From the deserts of Southern California to the lush forests of Alaska, the U.S. possesses an incredible diversity of nature. For most of her life, Joy Ryan never saw the landscape beyond her home state of Ohio. Then, when […] [View on My Modern Met](=) ​ ​[My Modern Met’s Art + Culture Guide to New Orleans](​ [My Modern Met’s Art + Culture Guide to New Orleans] New Orleans is a city rife with art and history. Its vibrant and diverse culture is rooted in its rich history which is a blend of influences from French, Spanish, African, Caribbean, and Creole traditions. This is reflected in every part of the city, from the music to the food to the architecture and cultural […] [View on My Modern Met]( ​ ​[Club Pro Michael Block Gets an Unbelievable Hole-in-One at the 2023 PGA Championship](​ [Club Pro Michael Block Gets an Unbelievable Hole-in-One at the 2023 PGA Championship]  Ver esta publicación en Instagram  Una publicación compartida por PGA (@pga) Picture this for a second: a dedicated coach of your favorite sport at a local club finds himself among the best of the league. Then, not only that, he dazzles the top, rockstar-like figures with a sharp technique. After a brilliant competitive […] [View on My Modern Met]( ​ ​[Iam Tongi Wins American Idol Following an Emotional Duet of “Monsters” With James Blunt](=)​ [Iam Tongi Wins American Idol Following an Emotional Duet of “Monsters” With James Blunt]  Ver esta publicación en Instagram  Una publicación compartida por American Idol (@americanidol) The young and talented Iam Tongi was just crowned winner of the 21st season of American Idol, and he did so by singing from the heart. His victory is not only great news for those who followed his highly emotional journey, […] [View on My Modern Met](=) ​ ​[AI’s Version of the “Perfect” Person Is an Eye-Opening Look at Unrealistic Beauty Standards](=)​ [AI’s Version of the “Perfect” Person Is an Eye-Opening Look at Unrealistic Beauty Standards] The beauty standard presented in media is always a source of attention, as it has a large effect on how we view ourselves. With the rise of AI, The Bulimia Project wanted to see what type of “ideal body” popular image generators would produce. The results are eye-opening.  Dall-E 2, Stable Diffusion, and Midjourney all […] [View on My Modern Met](=) ​ ​[Listen to This English Accent Coach Do One Phrase in 20 Different Accents](=)​ [Listen to This English Accent Coach Do One Phrase in 20 Different Accents] @actorsaccentcoach Replying to @Lost #youaregrounded #accentqueen #sarahvalentine #actor #actors #dialectcoach #accentcoach #accentcoaching #accentchallenge #dialectcoaching #actress #accentcoachsarahvalentine #learnaccents #actorslife #dialects #accenthelp #accents #accentmasterclass #actorsaccentcoach #AmericanAccent #generalamerican #generalamericanaccent #StandardBritishAccent #DevonshireAccent #GermanAccent #ScottishAccent #geordieAccent #brummieAccent #YorkshireAccent #ScouseAccent #IrishAccent #RussianAccent #CockneyAccent, #SouthAfricanAccent #NorthernIrishAccent #NewZealandAccent #KiwiAccent #BritishRP #BritishRPAccent #NewYorkAccent #AustralianAccent #WelshAccent #FrenchAccent #SouthernAccent #JamaicanAccent #westCountryAccent #SpanishAccent #CanadianAccent #DutchAccent ♬ original […] [View on My Modern Met](=) ​ ​[Umpire Rescues 7-Year-Old Baseball Player From Being Engulfed by a Dust Devil in Florida](=)​ [Umpire Rescues 7-Year-Old Baseball Player From Being Engulfed by a Dust Devil in Florida] Quick thinking can save a life, especially when it comes to helping those most vulnerable around us. This summarizes the move made by a brave umpire at a youth baseball game in Jacksonville, Florida. When Aidan Wiles noticed a 7-year-old catcher being swarmed by a dust devil and unable to escape from it on his […] [View on My Modern Met](=) ​ ​[‘Sheep to Shawl’ Competition Has Teams of 5 Artisans Shear Sheep and Turn Wool Into Shawls in 3 Hours]()​ [‘Sheep to Shawl’ Competition Has Teams of 5 Artisans Shear Sheep and Turn Wool Into Shawls in 3 Hours] The Maryland Sheep & Wool Festival hosts a fierce competition with the goal of being warm and fuzzy. Called the “Sheep to Shawl” challenge, the teams consist of one sheep and five people. The humans have three hours to shear the sheep, card the wool, spin it into yarn, and then weave it into a […] [View on My Modern Met]() ​ ​[Take a Tour of Space When You Complete These Unique Jigsaw Puzzles]()​ [Take a Tour of Space When You Complete These Unique Jigsaw Puzzles] The night sky is full of wondrous sights, many of which are invisible to the naked eye. Fortunately, the brand Nervous System transforms some of the most beautiful parts of space into unique jigsaw puzzles that you can hold in your hands. Featuring images from the James Webb Space Telescope, NASA, and the Hubble Telescope, […] [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