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.
Music
October 16, 2024

Olivia Rodrigo Falls Through a Hole on Stage Mid-Show and Recovers Gracefully

Over the last couple of years, 21-year-old Olivia Rodrigo has become one of the top names in pop music. And despite her young age, she holds the professionalism and poise of someone who has been in the business for decades. The best example of this is a recent unfortunate fall the singer experienced during a show. Still, Rodrigo recovered in spectacular fashion.

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Sculpture
October 14, 2024

Giant Orb Sculpture Made of Convex Traffic Mirrors Travels From Giza to Montreal

Many sculptures draw inspiration from the site where they'll be exhibited. ORB, created by Spanish artist SpY, was originally placed in front of the pyramids of Giza, where it reflected the vastness of the desert. Now, the massive and mysterious piece has been installed at a completely different location—the Place des Arts in Montreal, Canada.

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Design
October 12, 2024

Yamaha Builds Electric Guitars Out of Upcycled Instrument Manufacturing Wood Scraps

A large amount of wood is used to build many musical instruments, particularly larger and more complex ones such as guitars and pianos. This leaves fabricators with large quantities of cut waste and unused materials—a challenge when pursuing a more sustainable approach. Now, Yamaha, one of the world's leading musical instrument companies, has introduced a daring concept that could revolutionize the industry.

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News
October 10, 2024

Florida Meteorologist Breaks Down on Live TV While Explaining Hurricane Milton’s Power

All TV journalists are professionals who strive to put on a calming smile or a neutral expression, even when conveying upsetting news. But in the end, they are also human, and they feel just as much as any of us. When Florida-based meteorologist John Morales was on the local NBC channel news discussing Hurricane Milton, he came across a distressing fact that moved him deeply, making his voice break on live TV.

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