My Modern Met

October 1, 2023

There Are Only Three Known Photographs Taken When the U.S. Supreme Court Was in Session and They’re All From the 1930s

As a rule, cameras are not allowed in the courtroom when the U.S. Supreme Court is in session. One would think that this has become harder to enforce over time, considering that everyone has a camera on their phone these days. However, amazingly, there are only three publicly known photographs.

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Inspiring

October 1, 2023

Adult Son Cuddles up to His Dad to Show That You’re Never Too Old to Show Affection to Your Parents

For many, growing up means finding some distance from their parents—both physically and emotionally.

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Wildlife Photography

September 30, 2023

Tense Video Captures the Moment a Silverback Gorilla Pounds His Chest in Front of Wildlife Photographer

In the world of wildlife photography, getting the perfect shot comes with a lot of work and sacrifice.

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Archeology

September 30, 2023

New Dinosaur Fossil Has Shockingly Long Legs That Connect it to Ancient Bird Ancestors

Dinosaurs came in all shapes and sizes. The tall and the small, the mean and the lean, armored as well as feathered. While we know many of the ancient creatures that once walked the Earth, there are species that are still being discovered. One of the most recent was announced by Chinese researchers in a Nature paper.

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News

September 29, 2023

Iconic Sycamore Gap Tree Near Hadrian’s Wall Was Discovered Cut Down

When we think of iconic landmarks, manmade structures are usually the first ones that come to mind.

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Design

September 29, 2023

Costco Is Now Selling 1-Ounce Gold Bars for Under $2,000

For many Americans, Costco is the go-to store for bulk purchases of food and household items.

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Installation

September 29, 2023

Two Giant Troll Sculptures Pop Up in Seattle to Complete the Series of U.S. Installations

For the past several months, artist Thomas Dambo has been traveling from the East Coast to the West Coast of the United States and installing massive sculptures. The series is called The Way of the Bird King and uses thousands of discarded palettes to form something new. By upcycling, Dambo created 10 massive troll sculptures across numerous states.

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Birds

September 29, 2023

The Maine Puffin Population Is Making an Unexpected Comeback

Atlantic Puffins are easily recognizable with their white bellies and jet black “coats,” highlighted by bright red beaks.

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Astrophotography

September 29, 2023

Rare Photos of the Aurora Australis (Southern Lights) Filling the Sky With Energy

Most of us know of the Aurora Borealis, or Northern Lights, but did you know that the Southern Hemisphere has...

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Store

September 29, 2023

These Embroidery Kits Come With Everything You Need to Make Cute Animal Plushies

As the weather gets cooler, you may be looking for more hobbies to enjoy indoors. Embroidery is among the most popular pastimes for its convenience and affordability. Once you learn the basic stitches, the possibilities for projects are endless. For those who want a kit that will jumpstart the process, there are the products by Kiriki Press.

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