History
June 12, 2023

These Are the World’s Oldest Languages Still Spoken Today

Linguists frequently debate the origins of language, aided by anthropologists and biologists in trying to determine just when, why, and how humans began to communicate verbally—estimates range from 50,000 to 2 million years ago. But no matter when speech evolved, language has become the defining feature of the human condition. While words spoken aloud may vanish into the air of history, words written down last generations and millennia.

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Animals
June 12, 2023

Octopuses Can Quickly Reprogram Their RNA to Survive in Warm and Cold Water

Octopuses are fascinating creatures. They're incredibly smart and adaptable. Known to camouflage themselves when in danger and to make a break for it when held in captivity, octopuses are animals that we have a lot to learn from. And a team of researchers is proving that in a new study published in Cell. The authors, led by Saint Francis University biologist Matthew A. Birk, were curious about the adaptability of these marine creatures.

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Wildlife Photography
June 11, 2023

Wildlife Photographer Captures Dramatic Scene of a Jackal Mother Defending Her Cub From an Eagle

Spurred on by his passion for animals, the outdoors, and natural history, Ateeb Hussain has been photographing wildlife for over a decade. Based in Dubai, Hussain has a particular interest in African animals and often visits the continent to hone his photography skills. And in 2021, during a trip to Kenya's Maasai Mara, he witnessed something incredible.

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My Modern Met

Celebrating creativity and promoting a positive culture by spotlighting the best sides of humanity—from the lighthearted and fun to the thought-provoking and enlightening.