Archeology
June 16, 2023

Roman Mausoleum With Mosaics Excavated in London

Roman London was a thriving metropolis and outpost of empire. Known as Londinium, it was founded around 43 CE when Roman troops invaded England. They built the earliest “London bridge,” as well as temples, bathhouses, palaces, and more. The remains of this ancient cosmopolitan network still lie below the modern city, and are often discovered during building projects and archeological digs.

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History
June 16, 2023

500-Year-Old Manuscript Contains First Recorded Stand-Up Comedy Routine

One can find fascinating, surprising things in medieval manuscripts. These rich records of history and culture include anything from a list of herbs or religious prayers to innovative dog names and pictures of cute kittens. Time-consuming to create, expensive to buy, and precious to pass on, these books hold a certain fascination today. A new find suggests they may even provide insight into the history of comedy.

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Animals
June 15, 2023

Japanese Man Nurses Fish Back to Health and Remains Friend for Life

The most common human-animal bonds are those shared between people and their domesticated pets, but there are also some eccentric pairings that are incredibly heartwarming. In fact, the unique bond shared between 79-year-old scuba diver Hiroyuki Arakawa and an oddly human-looking fish named Yoriko has captured the hearts of people far and wide. Arakawa became a diver at age 18, has been in love with being beneath the surface ever since.

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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.