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February 15, 2023

Get the Ultimate Ebook for Creatives With 100+ Incredible Resources

Books are a constant source of comfort, learning, and entertainment. They introduce us to new inspiration and perspectives, which is why My Modern Met is here to help with an exclusive ebook that will nourish the creative soul of any artist, designer, or photographer. The Ultimate Resource Guide For Creatives offers over 100 incredible sources of information as a free ebook for our members.

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Social Cause
February 14, 2023

Teacher Shares the Sad Truth Behind Why He Has a “Bathroom Bucket” in the Classroom

High school teacher Larry Lexicon is no stranger to social media. The English teacher, who works at a charter school in California, often posts funny classroom videos on YouTube, Instagram, and TikTok. But one satirical video got a pretty strong response, which prompted Lexicon to break from the ordinarily goofy nature of his videos and share a serious message.

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Style
February 14, 2023

People Will Soon Be Wearing Toy-Dispensing ‘Gacha Machine’ Backpacks in Japan

If you've ever visited Japan, you will likely have come across a very special type of vending machine. Called gachapon, or gacha machines, after the sound it makes when the crank is turned (gacha or gasha), they sell a variety of products. They were first introduced to Japan in 1965 by a company called Penny, and have been a hit ever since. In fact, Penny even established Gacha Day, falling annually on February 17.

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Funny
February 13, 2023

Man Drills a Hole in the Wall and Uncovers a Surprising Stash Pouring Out

Nature is full of surprises. Nick Castro, the owner of California-based company Nick's Extreme Pest Control sees many strange incidences in his line of work. But even he was shocked by what he discovered inside the walls of a client's house in Santa Rosa. What was supposed to be a routine visit to address damage caused by a woodpecker resulted in the uncovering of a stash of thousands (if not millions) of acorns.

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