My Modern Met - November 9 Daily Digest

--------------------------------------------------------------- ​ = Thank you to everyone who has taken the time to reach out about errors they're seeing when clicking links in our newsletters. Rest assured, our team is working on resolving the problem. In the meantime, to keep enjoying our articles, please clear your browser cache and cookies. We've found that this solves the issue. ​ ​[Giant Buried Pyramid ‘Gunung Padang’ in Indonesia May Be the World’s Oldest](​ [Giant Buried Pyramid ‘Gunung Padang’ in Indonesia May Be the World’s Oldest] When most people think of the pyramids, they usually think of Egypt. Those iconic structures rise above the sands to remind viewers of ancient days. However, other ancient cultures built pyramid structures too, including the Mayans. But an underground example known as Gunung Padang may take the prize for the oldest pyramid structure. Gunung Padang […] [View on My Modern Met]( ​ ​[Watch Officers Rescue a Blind Dog Trapped in a Freezing Pond]()​ [Watch Officers Rescue a Blind Dog Trapped in a Freezing Pond] Every day, dogs help humans in multiple ways. Not only do they fill our days with their love as pets, but they also work as service animals or join first responders to literally save our lives. But sometimes, it's humans who have to come to the aid of dogs, and many would do anything to […] [View on My Modern Met]() ​ ​[59-Year-Old Who Bought His First Pool Table With Lottery Winnings Is Now Playing for England Team](=)​ [59-Year-Old Who Bought His First Pool Table With Lottery Winnings Is Now Playing for England Team] Have you ever thought about what you would buy if you won the lottery? Perhaps a house or car, or maybe a luxurious vacation? For one lucky winner of £2.4 million ($2.9 million) in 2010, this cash prize was used for something totally different. A man named Neil Jones decided to invest in pursuing pool, […] [View on My Modern Met](=) ​ ​[Lost Pet Tortoise Found Alive 5 Miles Away From Home After 3 Years](=)​ [Lost Pet Tortoise Found Alive 5 Miles Away From Home After 3 Years] Runaway pets are sadly all too common, yet many families don't give up hope to be reunited with them one day. In Florida, against all odds, a long lost pet tortoise made a miraculous return home. After escaping in 2020, the animal was recently recovered five miles from where she used to live. The pet […] [View on My Modern Met](=) ​ ​[Australian Firefighters Calendar Is Back With More Shirtless Heroes and Adorable Animals](​ [Australian Firefighters Calendar Is Back With More Shirtless Heroes and Adorable Animals] A new year means a new calendar. While there are many creative options out there, one of the most iconic is the Australian Firefighters Calendar. Since 1993, it has produced wildly popular photos of handsome men to help raise money for Australian charities. For 2024, it presents six editions for fans to choose from, including […] [View on My Modern Met]( ​ ​[Astrophotographer Uses 2,000 Images To Create 8K Time-Lapse of “Ring of Fire” Eclipse](​ [Astrophotographer Uses 2,000 Images To Create 8K Time-Lapse of “Ring of Fire” Eclipse] Astrophotographer Jason Kurth loves a challenge, so much so that he decided to do what it took to put together the most detailed “ring of fire” timelapse ever produced. To make it happen, he spent more than a year planning, purchased a new computer, and hauled 200 pounds of equipment across the United States. The […] [View on My Modern Met]( ​ ​[News Correspondent Will Reeve Looks Just Like His Late ‘Superman’ Actor Father Christopher Reeve](​ [News Correspondent Will Reeve Looks Just Like His Late ‘Superman’ Actor Father Christopher Reeve] Embed from Getty Images When children have famous parents, it's almost impossible not to draw comparisons between them. For some, this can be a tiring experience, but ABC News correspondent Will Reeve is flattered when people tell him he resembles his father, the late actor Christopher Reeve who was famous for portraying Superman in the […] [View on My Modern Met]( ​ ​[Taylor Tomlinson Will Host a New Nightly Show on CBS, Becoming Only Female Host in Late Night TV](​ [Taylor Tomlinson Will Host a New Nightly Show on CBS, Becoming Only Female Host in Late Night TV]  Ver esta publicación en Instagram  Una publicación compartida por Taylor Tomlinson (@taylortomlinson) For years, late night TV has been an all-boys club, with a few, often short-lived exceptions. Now, it’s about to change with a new face taking over James Corden’s time slot. Comedian Taylor Tomlinson, known for her Netflix specials Quarter-Life Crisis […] [View on My Modern Met]( ​ ​[92-Year-Old Breaks Record for Oldest Person to Hike the Grand Canyon Rim-To-Rim](=)​ [92-Year-Old Breaks Record for Oldest Person to Hike the Grand Canyon Rim-To-Rim] Exploring the Grand Canyon is a thrilling experience at any age. For more experienced adventurers, the iconic rim-to-rim hike provides awe-inspiring views and unforgettable memories. For one man, it also means breaking a record. At 92 years old, Alfredo Aliaga has become the oldest person to complete the Grand Canyon rim-to-rim hike. The 24-mile trek […] [View on My Modern Met](=) ​ ​[Eye-Opening Infographic Reveals the Yearly Cost of Taking a Shower Around the World](=)​ [Eye-Opening Infographic Reveals the Yearly Cost of Taking a Shower Around the World] Taking a shower is a routine part of life. For some, it is a relaxing activity; for others, it is a brisk way to start the day. But have you ever thought of how much it costs? QS Supplies, a UK-based bathroom furnishing provider, set out to find the yearly price of taking a warm […] [View on My Modern Met](=) ​ ​[Stunning Winners of the UK Landscape Photographer of the Year Contest](​ [Stunning Winners of the UK Landscape Photographer of the Year Contest] Photographer Mik Dogherty was named UK Landscape Photographer of the Year for his haunting photo, After the Fire, which was taken in the New Forest National Park. The photo freezes a dramatic moment in time, as Dogherty notes that regeneration has already begun, and these burnt remnants are no longer visible. “For many, there has been […] [View on My Modern Met]( ​ ​[Stunning Abstract Floral Paintings Represent Artist’s Journey Into Motherhood]()​ [Stunning Abstract Floral Paintings Represent Artist’s Journey Into Motherhood] Since we first interviewed artist Dimitra Milan as a teenager, we've been able to see her artistry stretch and grow. From creating her own distinct style called abstract realism to teaching others how to harness their own creativity, Milan has consistently pushed her own boundaries. And now, she is back with her first new series […] [View on My Modern Met]() ​ ​[Converse Releases Artsy Shoes Based on Famous Japanese Woodblock Prints]()​ [Converse Releases Artsy Shoes Based on Famous Japanese Woodblock Prints] Converse is synonymous with classic kicks, but the footwear company is also open to changing up its style every once in a while. In the past, we've seen the brand launch sakura blossom sneakers as well as embroidered footwear. Their newest release merges the classic high-top style with famous Japanese woodblock prints. These creative shoes […] [View on My Modern Met]() ​ ​[25 Powerful Winning Photos From the 2023 Nature Conservancy Photo Contest](​ [25 Powerful Winning Photos From the 2023 Nature Conservancy Photo Contest] The Nature Conservancy has announced the winner of its 2023 photo contest, which features images that help us connect to the power and peril of the natural world. After doubling the number of categories, the contest saw an explosion in the number of entries. In fact, entries nearly doubled over last year, with more than […] [View on My Modern Met]( ​ ​[Listen to The Beatles‘ Newly Released Final Song ’Now and Then’](​ [Listen to The Beatles‘ Newly Released Final Song ’Now and Then’] Almost half a century after The Beatles called it quits, the final chapter of their musical history has dropped. “Now and Then,” a previously unreleased track considered to be the last song ever by The Beatles, has become available on streaming services and physical formats. “Now and Then” was originally written by John Lennon sometime […] [View on My Modern Met]( ​ ​[5,000-Year-Old Unopened Wine Jars Found in Queen’s Tomb](=)​ [5,000-Year-Old Unopened Wine Jars Found in Queen’s Tomb] No royalty was ever buried with quite the pomp and circumstance as the ancient Egyptian pharaohs and their family. Kings, queens, princes, and more were enshrined in multi-room stone labyrinths decorated across every inch and filled with the supplies for the afterlife. Egyptian Queen Meret-Neith was no different. Her tomb in Abydos, Egypt, is made […] [View on My Modern Met](=) ​ ​[42 New Sites Added to the UNESCO World Heritage List](=)​ [42 New Sites Added to the UNESCO World Heritage List] This year, UNESCO has added 42 new sites to the UNESCO World Heritage list, bringing the total up to 1,199 landmarks across 168 countries. Selected for their historical or cultural significance, these sites will now benefit from the highest level of cultural protection, as well as access to financial assistance from UNESCO. 2023's selections include […] [View on My Modern Met](=) ​ ​[Stunning Hyperrealistic Paintings Capture People’s Surreal Connection to Nature](​ [Stunning Hyperrealistic Paintings Capture People’s Surreal Connection to Nature] Human figures appear to merge with their surroundings in the paintings of Austin Howlett. The New Mexico-based artist explores people's connection to their environment in surrealist depictions of men and women converging with natural settings. In some of these pieces, portraits are overlayed with the branches of a large tree, and in others, figures appear […] [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