Inspiring
November 10, 2022

Lena Horne Makes History as the First Black Woman to Have a Broadway Theater Named After Her

Lena Horne was a trailblazing singer, actress, and civil rights activist whose career spanned over seven decades. A Brooklyn native, her story is linked to the glamor of the New York entertainment scene, particularly the stage, where she made her debut in 1934. Now, she has become the first Black woman to have a Broadway theater named after her.

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News
November 9, 2022

Muslim Women From the Indian Region of Kerala Set Hijab on Fire in Solidarity With Iranian Protesters

After the death of Mahsa Amini, who fell into a coma and then died while in custody of Iran's morality police, protests have erupted across Iran, and an outpouring of support has flooded in from around the world. Amini, a 22-year-old woman visiting Tehran in September, was arrested for allegedly wearing her hijab “improperly.

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Health
November 8, 2022

Study Shows Therapeutic Community Gardening Reduced Loneliness During the Pandemic

Have you heard of green exercise? The term—developed by University of Essex in 2003—refers to recreation and spending time in nature. It encompasses “green care” which is using nature for healing purposes. Such therapeutic interventions were put to a true test during the COVID-19 pandemic. People were locked down at home, with outdoors being the safest space to see others.

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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.