Posts by Regina Sienra

Regina Sienra

Regina Sienra is a Staff Writer at My Modern Met. She is a Mexico City-based journalist, translator, and digital media professional with over a decade of experience creating bilingual content in English and Spanish. She holds a bachelor’s degree in Communications with a specialization in Journalism from the National Autonomous University of Mexico. Her work spans both hard and soft news, with a focus on arts, culture, and entertainment. She has a particular interest in highlighting emerging and independent musicians, a passion that earned her recognition as CBC Radio 3’s Fan of the Year in 2014. Sienra brings a broad pop culture perspective to her writing, with interests that include music, film, and cultural trends across media. When she isn't writing, she is watching films, attending concerts, and building out her growing vinyl collection.
Animals
September 17, 2023

Amazing Video Captures a Glass Squid Swimming in the Depths of the Ocean

The ocean is full of enigmatic creatures. While some are majestic like whales, others are best described as hypnotically beautiful. For example, just take a look at the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration's (NOAA) footage of a glass squid. Spotted off the Semidi Islands of Alaska, this creature has marveled marine scientists for its transparency.

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Music
September 14, 2023

Freddie Mercury’s Never-Before-Seen Personal Photos Are Sold at Sotheby’s Auction

To most of the world, Freddie Mercury was a highly charismatic rockstar with a one-of-a-kind voice. But a recently uncovered collection of personal photographs has lifted the curtain on his life off stage, as well as the things that brought him joy throughout his years of stardom. Ina. recent auction called Freddie Mercury: A World of His Own, Sotheby's sold a lot featuring 265 never-before-seen photographs depicting Mercury’s private world.

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Toys
September 10, 2023

Mattel Releases Jurassic Park Playset in Celebration of the Movie’s 30th Anniversary

The movie Jurassic Park is a favorite of many who were kids in the 90s, and as such, is still viewed with nostalgia. Since the movie recently celebrated its 30th anniversary, Mattel Creations decided to mark the occasion by spotlighting some of the most iconic elements of this Steven Spielberg-directed film in a highly detailed playset. The Jurassic World The Gates set features a motorized entrance that welcomes visitors to the thrilling theme park.

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My Modern Met

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