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 3, 2025

Bookish Intern Creates an Insightful Display Featuring the Oldest Books in His Library

Libraries big and small hold items that would surely blow your mind. For example, do you know what's the oldest title in your local library? Most surprisingly, it may not be a classic, but something that would easily go unnoticed. Jacob Blanck, who goes by u/ILovePublicLibraries on Reddit, discovered that this was the case after creating an insightful display with the oldest books held by the local library where he interns.

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Astronomy
January 2, 2025

NASA Astronauts Aboard the International Space Station Send Festival Holiday Greeting

The holidays are all about the people you spend them with—not so much about where you are. This perfectly applies to the astronauts aboard the International Space Station, who celebrated Christmas and New Year's Eve in orbit. Hoping to share their experience, as well as send some seasonal cheer down to Earth, the crew got together to wish everybody a happy holiday season in a joyful video.

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Astronomy
December 31, 2024

After His Death, Neil Armstrong’s Widow Found a Bag of Space Artifacts in His Closet

There are many stories of historical treasures hiding for decades in attics and cupboards around the world, but few match what was found in a closet in Ohio in 2012. A few months after the death of Neil Armstrong, his widow, Carol, came across a white bag in a closet. Upon closer inspection, she found tiny parts that looked like they could have belonged to a spaceship.

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Creative Products
December 30, 2024

Cozy Crocodile Socks Designed To Look Like a Fuzzy Reptile Is Devouring Your Feet

The most important winter accessories are not necessarily ones that go with a glittering party outfit, but rather those that will keep you warm throughout the season. And when you factor in the lull of the post-holiday season and a gray January, it sure helps to add something to cheer you up. Luckily, this pair of cozy crocodile socks seems perfect for both warming up your feet and putting a smile on your face.

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