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.
Dogs
December 29, 2024

Letting Your Dog Sniff on Walks Calms Them and Helps Them Learn About Their Environment

If you're a dog parent, you know this scene all too well—you're on a walk with your pup and they suddenly stop to sniff something. Those in a rush may find it annoying, but there's much more to it than your dog being easily distracted—it's vital for their wellbeing. Not only does sniffing help your dog learn about their environment, but it also keeps them happy and sharp.

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Architecture
December 28, 2024

Zaha Hadid Architects Designs a Sweeping Station for the Brand New Riyadh Metro Network

Subway systems around the world have long asserted that their day-to-day, straightforward service can be enhanced by beauty and design. This is evident not only in the clean lines in the New York Subway nomenclature, but also in the ornate stations of the St. Petersburg subway and the mesmerizing Brutalist design of DC's Metro Center.

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History
December 25, 2024

Carnian Pluvial Event: Learn About the Time It Rained for Over a Million Years

In places such as the Pacific Northwest, it seems like it's always raining. But did you know there was a time on Earth were rain poured for over a million years? This episode is known as the Carnian pluvial event (CPE). Thought to have been triggered by unique, volatile conditions, it took place about 232 million years ago—changing the natural landscape forever.

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Music
December 23, 2024

Soprano Pretty Yende Delivers Thrilling Rendition of ‘Amazing Grace’ During the Reopening of Notre-Dame

The reopening of Notre-Dame is one of the most exciting things to take place in Paris in 2024—other than the Olympics. To mark the occasion, a star-studded ceremony and concert took place at the recently restored cathedral. Among the performers, one notable voice offered a moment for the ages. South African soprano Pretty Yende performed a breathtaking solo rendition of “Amazing Grace” before being joined by a sweeping orchestral arrangement.

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