Archeology
June 28, 2025

Research Reveals That Ancient Romans Liked to Eat Fast Food Just Like We Do

We're not the only society that enjoys fast food.  According to a recent study in the International Journal of Osteoarchaeology, ancient Romans surprisingly consumed a form of fast food, though nothing like today’s franchised favorites such as hamburgers or fried chicken. The discovery was born from research conducted in the ancient Roman city of Pollentia, located on the island of Mallorca in present-day Spain.

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Creative Products
June 27, 2025

Mesmerizing Kinetic Clock Expands and Contracts With the Passage of Time

Whether you’re constantly running late or you feel like there aren’t enough hours in the day, our relationship with time can often be a source of stress. London-based designer Matt Gilbert of studio Animaro seeks to change that with Solstice 2.0—a kinetic clock designed to transform how we experience time, encouraging a calmer and more mindful perspective. The meditative, sculptural timepiece transforms with the passage of time like a kinetic work of art.

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Good News
June 27, 2025

12-Year-Old Plants Over 150,000 Trees in Valiant Reforestation Efforts in India

How old does a person have to be to enact radical positive change in the world? A preteen known to some as the “Indian Greta Thunberg” has answered that question for nearly half her life. At the age of 12, Prasiddhi Singh has already planted over 150,000 trees in India, and has no plans of stopping at this already impressive number. Singh is considered India’s youngest environmental leader.

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Astrophotography
June 26, 2025

Spectacular Photo Captures Buddha “Pinching” the Moon

Japanese photographer Atsushi Tazaki, better known as Chito, spends a lot of time photographing the moon. But one particularly creative idea has captured the imagination of the internet. His series of photos showing a giant Buddha statue “pinching” the moon has caused a sensation. Combining a clever idea with flawless execution, Chito's photos are simply delightful.

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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.