Art Supplies
April 27, 2020

10+ All-Inclusive Arts & Crafts Kits to Jumpstart Your Next Hobby

Are you searching for a new hobby to stay active and productive during your downtime at home? From basket weaving to painting to embroidery—there are a myriad of creative pursuits to try. And don't let the list of new supplies deter you. We've put together a handy guide of all-inclusive arts and crafts kits that contain everything you need to begin your new artistic venture. Origami is a popular pastime among adults and children alike.

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Astronomy
April 25, 2020

This HD Photo Gives Us an Extremely Detailed Look at Hundreds of Craters on the Moon

Backyard astrophotographer Andrew McCarthy is always pushing his work to new heights and his latest photo, titled All Terminator, is no exception. This high-definition image of the moon is like no other, so it should come as no surprise that McCarthy devoted weeks to its creation. Thanks to his dedication, every nook and crater is highlighted in this spectacular view of the moon and its lunar surface. So how did it all come together?

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Science
April 24, 2020

Man Scoops Up Pond Water and Documents His Own Growing Ecosystem in a Jar

YouTuber Atomic Shrimp recently decided to start his own window sill pond ecosystem and the results are both fascinating and oddly soothing. After scooping up a jar of muddy pond water, he began documenting the ecosystem's development and, in the process, introduced his followers to some fascinating animals. For three weeks he took us along on his journey to see the organisms developing in the water.

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Creative Products
April 23, 2020

Man Builds Two Extra-Tall Cat Towers Spanning the Length of His Living Room

Connecticut resident Rob Coutu really loves his two cats. After noticing that one of his kitties, a Savannah breed named Zach, wanted a structure that would allow him to perch high and survey his kingdom from above, Coutu got to work designing him and his fellow feline an epic tall cat tree. Over the course of nearly a year, Coutu assembled two multi-story towers that are connected by way of a tiny footbridge.

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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.