Posts by Eva Baron

Eva Baron

Eva Baron is a Queens–based Contributing Writer at My Modern Met. Eva graduated with a degree in Art History and English from Swarthmore College, and has previously worked in book publishing and at galleries. She has since transitioned to a career as a full-time writer, having written content for Elle Decor, Publishers Weekly, Louis Vuitton, Maison Margiela, and more. Beyond writing, Eva enjoys beading jewelry, replaying old video games, and doing the daily crossword.
Music
January 15, 2026

Taiwanese Popstar Stuns Crowds by Riding Giant Mechanical Snake on Stage

For her 2026 Pleasure tour at the Taipei Dome, Taiwanese popstar Jolin Tsai pulled out all the stops. The slate of concerts, which was held earlier this month, was less of a performance than an immersive experience, encompassing countless mythical creatures that roamed across the venue. Perhaps most impressive of all, though, was the 30-meter-long (about 98-feet-long) snake upon which Jolin rode for her song Medusa.

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Animals
January 13, 2026

Researchers Discover the Crucial Genetic Mutations That Made Horses Rideable

In the animal kingdom, there are only a handful of species that we can rely upon for transportation, ranging from elephants and camels to mules and llamas. But horses are arguably the most ubiquitous. For millennia, humans have ridden atop these sleek, muscular creatures, whose presence radically transformed travel, warfare, agriculture, commerce, and culture. Scientists have long puzzled over what specifically primed horses for domestication—and new research may just hold the answer.

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Painting
January 12, 2026

Former U.S. President Jimmy Carter’s Paintings Are Heading To Auction

When Jimmy Carter died on December 29, 2024, at the age of 100, he left behind quite the legacy as the 39th president of the United States. But he also left behind something else: a cache of paintings. Now, several of these artworks are heading to Christie’s New York, which is hosting a major auction in celebration of the nation’s 250th anniversary this year.

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My Modern Met

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