Posts by Emma Taggart

Emma Taggart

Emma Taggart is a Staff Writer and Video Editor at My Modern Met. She earned a BA in Fashion and Textile Design at the University of Ulster in Belfast. Originally from Northern Ireland, she lived in Berlin for many years, where she fostered a career in the arts, dabbling in everything from illustration and animation to music and ceramics. She now calls Edinburgh home, where she continues to work as a writer, illustrator, and ceramicist. Her ceramics, often combined with hand-painted animation frames, capture playful scenes that celebrate freedom and movement, and blend her passion for art with storytelling. Her illustrations have been featured in The Berliner Magazine as well as other print magazines and a poetry book.
Animals
April 30, 2025

New Study Suggests Chimpanzees May Enjoy “Social Drinking” Just Like Humans

Chimpanzees are our closest genetic relatives among the great apes, sharing many characteristics with us, such as the use of tools, social structures, and even the capacity for empathy. However, a new report by researchers from the University of Exeter reveals another, surprising similarity between us and chimpanzees—our shared talent for consuming alcohol.

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Design
April 25, 2025

Colorful Handblown Glass Table Lamps Honor the Tradition of Chinese Lanterns

Inspired by traditional Chinese lanterns, Sylvia Lee—creative and executive director of The Goodman Studio—created a colorful series of handblown glass table lamps. Each elegant, made-to-order lantern honors Chinese cultural symbolism and Lee’s cherished memories, serving as a heartfelt tribute to her ancestors. Being French Canadian with Chinese roots, Lee has always felt a strong connection to lanterns, especially since they’ve played such an important role in her family's traditions.

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Environment
April 23, 2025

Dr. Jane Goodall Shares Urgent Earth Day Message on Protecting Our Planet

Dr. Jane Goodall, the 91-year-old zoologist, primatologist, and anthropologist, has inspired generations of wildlife enthusiasts. Her legacy began in 1960 with groundbreaking research on chimpanzees that forever changed our understanding of primates. And today, she continues to champion her vision for a more compassionate and sustainable world. On Earth Day 2025, Tuesday, April 22, she shared a heartfelt message on Instagram, urging us all to take better care of our planet.

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My Modern Met

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