Posts by Regina Sienra

Regina Sienra

Regina Sienra is a Staff Writer at My Modern Met. Based in Mexico City, Mexico, she holds a bachelor’s degree in Communications with specialization in Journalism from the National Autonomous University of Mexico. She has 10+ years’ experience in Digital Media, writing for outlets in both English and Spanish. Her love for the creative arts—especially music and film—drives her forward every day.
Inspiring
January 28, 2025

Students Move Teacher to Tears by Holding Handwritten Thank You Signs During Zoom Class

Many teachers go out of their way for their students, even if it means taking on extra work and devoting more time to improving their craft. A prime example of this is how teachers have had to adapt to remote learning and Zoom classes, which may have reached their height during the pandemic, but continue to be a useful resource for emergencies such as snow days and school closures during the California wildfires.

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Painting
January 27, 2025

Artist Paints Traditional Portraits With a Distorted Twist Reflecting the Disruption of Art [Interview]

Visual artist Ben Ashton pits convention and disruption against each other in his hyperrealistic portraits with a twist. The London-based creator has long studied the work of the Old Masters. Not only did he perfect their techniques, creating richly detailed portraits, but he has also taken these elements to upend this longstanding art tradition, sending a completely different message.

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Inspiring
January 24, 2025

Teen Rescues Frightened Horse and Leads It to Safety Across 14 Miles During the LA Wildfires

The Los Angeles area continues to be affected by wildfires with nearly 200,000 people under evacuation orders. While it's hard for anyone to leave their home in uncertainty, it's just as tough for the animals these people share their lives with. A horse named Sovereignty, who was confused and scared, refused to get into the transport vehicle to get him to safety.

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Science
January 22, 2025

Sound of a Meteorite Crashing to Earth Captured for First Time Ever on a Security Cam

You don't have to have seen a meteorite crashing to know what it looks like—there are plenty of photographs, videos, and even some great accurate depictions in movies and TV. But do you know how it sounds? A Ring camera installed at a home in Prince Edward Island, Canada, caught both video and audio of a meteorite's crash. And according to experts, it's likely the first time this sound has ever been recorded.

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My Modern Met

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