My Modern Met - February 4 Daily Digest

--------------------------------------------------------------- ​ = ​ ​[The Biggest Snowflake Ever Recorded Is Much Larger Than You’d Think]()​ [The Biggest Snowflake Ever Recorded Is Much Larger Than You’d Think] Even though snow can be inconvenient, there is something magical about seeing those chunky flakes fall from the sky. Especially the larger snow crystals that boast beautiful symmetry and unique designs. But have you ever thought about how big a snowflake can get? There is actually a Guinness World Record for exceptionally large snowflakes, but […] [View on My Modern Met]() ​ ​[Enormous Lakeside Arts Center in China Mimics the Shapes of Waves in Its Design]()​ [Enormous Lakeside Arts Center in China Mimics the Shapes of Waves in Its Design] Inspired by the shape of a cresting wave, the design for the Nanhai Art Center has been revealed by MAD Architects. The enormous complex includes a spacious theater, museum, and sports complex to give the citizens of Guangzhou and Foshan a new epicenter of community and culture. Interestingly, MAD founding partner Ma Yansong has close […] [View on My Modern Met]() ​ ​[Fascinating Video Shows Man Getting a Perm To Achieve a Curly Mustache](​ [Fascinating Video Shows Man Getting a Perm To Achieve a Curly Mustache] Stache perm byu/JP070791 ininterestingasfuck Some of the most interesting facial hair styles out there include mustaches with long curls and swirls. Not only can they grab your attention, but they also say a lot about the wearer's personality. However, getting a cool ‘stache is not always as easy as simply growing out your facial hair. […] [View on My Modern Met]( ​ ​[Experienced Tech Reviewer Shows What It’s Like to Actually Use the New Apple Vision Pro]()​ [Experienced Tech Reviewer Shows What It’s Like to Actually Use the New Apple Vision Pro] The new Apple Vision Pro has been regarded as Apple's first major product release in nearly a decade. This augmented reality headset, which the company is calling a “spatial computer,” represents a big breakthrough. But given its developmental stages and hefty price tag, only a handful of people have been able to truly test it […] [View on My Modern Met]() ​ ​[If There Is No Oxygen in Space, How Does the Sun Burn?]()​ [If There Is No Oxygen in Space, How Does the Sun Burn?] The Sun has been a source of fascination since ancient days. Ancient astronomers such as Anaxagoras noted its fiery nature. Even in NASA's modern, high-res images, the star at the center of our solar system shines and pulses like a ball of fire. This might even lead one to wonder, as netizens have, how the […] [View on My Modern Met]() ​ ​[Handcrafted Sculptures of Superheroes and Villains Include Unbelievable Details]()​ [Handcrafted Sculptures of Superheroes and Villains Include Unbelievable Details]  Ver esta publicación en Instagram  Una publicación compartida por JND Studios Co., Ltd. (@jndstudioscollectible) Pop culture has inspired artists for decades in a myriad of ways. Now, one group of creators is stunning art enthusiasts and entertainment fans with their hyperrealistic sculptures. JND Studios, a Korea-based company, has marveled fans by producing lifelike […] [View on My Modern Met]() ​ ​[Keep Your Keys Cute and Stylish With These Iconic Keychains]()​ [Keep Your Keys Cute and Stylish With These Iconic Keychains] Keychains can be a great way to not only identify your set of keys at home, but also a way to express yourself and share some of your interests. So, why not add a little flare to your keys with some iconic characters that are always in style? Sketch.inc, the creative studio of London-based artist […] [View on My Modern Met]() ​ ​[‘Wheel of Fortune’ Episode Ends in Controversy After Contestant Appears To Say the Right Answer](​ [‘Wheel of Fortune’ Episode Ends in Controversy After Contestant Appears To Say the Right Answer] If you've ever watched a game show, chances are you may have found yourself guessing the right answer out loud, or wondering if a contestant will get it right. Fans of Wheel of Fortune at home recently found themselves in a different scenario when an episode ended in controversy. During the January 30, 2024 episode, […] [View on My Modern Met]( ​ ​[Man Who Spent Nearly $16K on Lifelike Dog Costume Is Sad About the Misconceptions Around His Goal](​ [Man Who Spent Nearly $16K on Lifelike Dog Costume Is Sad About the Misconceptions Around His Goal] カメラに向かって手を振る犬……？ pic.twitter.com/Ff7u66VjDh — トコ（Toco） (@toco_eevee) April 22, 2023 A Japanese man named Toko made headlines in 2022 for spending ¥2 million ($16,000) on a lifelike dog costume based on a rough collie. His goal was to would fulfill his dream of becoming a dog. For all the attention he garnered, many followed this idea with […] [View on My Modern Met]( ​ ​[Man Solves 20-Year-Old Family Mystery During Toast at His Brother’s Wedding]()​ [Man Solves 20-Year-Old Family Mystery During Toast at His Brother’s Wedding]  Ver esta publicación en Instagram  Una publicación compartida por Pa Photographer • Tali Joy (@talijoyphotography) Some people see wedding speeches as a great opportunity to praise the bride and groom, or maybe crack some jokes. But for a man named Dylan Hannum, it offered the perfect chance to put a family mystery to […] [View on My Modern Met]() ​ ​[Fore-Edge Book Painter Carries On Critically Endangered Craft](=)​ [Fore-Edge Book Painter Carries On Critically Endangered Craft] Decorating the edges of book pages is a tradition spanning hundreds of years. Although it is rumored to have gotten its start as a way for British royals to identify their books, it transformed into an intricate art form that includes portraits, landscapes, and scenes from novels. Despite its beauty, this craft is considered critically […] [View on My Modern Met](=) ​ ​[Long Colorful Strands of Yarn Are Woven into Stunning Portraits](​ [Long Colorful Strands of Yarn Are Woven into Stunning Portraits] Artist Katerina Marchenko continues to elevate embroidery by weaving long, colorful strands of yarn into massive portraits. Each of her pieces is made on delicate tulle, requiring a deft touch from the crafter. Seeing these human faces come to life on such a large scale is well worth the effort, especially when we are used […] [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