Astrophotography
September 27, 2024

Astrophotographer Travels 3,000 Miles to Photograph Saturn’s Lunar Occultation

Lunar occultations are exciting events for any astrophotographer, as the Moon appears to pass in front of a celestial body. They're particularly thrilling when a planet is involved, and that was reason enough for astrophotographer Andrew McCarthy to travel nearly 3,000 miles. McCarthy flew all the way to Hawaii to get the best position for photographing the recent lunar occultation of Saturn. McCarthy didn't go just anywhere in Hawaii, but to Mauna Kea.

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Tiny Living
September 27, 2024

Man Shows How To Become a Homeowner by Buying a Tiny Home for Under $20K on Amazon

This post may contain affiliate links. If you make a purchase, My Modern Met may earn an affiliate commission. Please read our disclosure for more info. As the housing crisis continues to impact people worldwide, more are exploring alternative living solutions. Tiny homes have gained popularity, with people transforming vans, shipping containers, and other unconventional spaces into cozy, compact spaces.

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Photo Contest
September 26, 2024

Finalists of the 2024 Comedy Wildlife Awards Will Leave You Laughing

The funniest photo competition of the year is back to bring a smile to our faces, as the Nikon Comedy Wildlife Photography Awards have announced its finalists. Forty photographs, four portfolios, and three videos made the cut from the nearly 9,000 images entered into this year's contest. From clumsy bear cubs to curious birds, these images offer a hilarious—and adorable—look at the animal kingdom.

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Cars
September 26, 2024

Budget-Friendly Trailer Under $30K Offers Lightweight Modular Interior Setup With Retro Design

Lovers of vintage vibes and freewheeling adventure will likely feel right at home in the charming and functional HC1 Breeze travel trailer. The Breeze is the most recent addition to Happier Camper’s HC1 suite of trailers, which also includes the Classic, Studio, and Venture models. This trailer is lighter, more aerodynamic, and more affordable than the previous tow-alongs from the Los Angeles-based company.

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