Animals
September 11, 2017

Amazing Three-Legged Lion Shows Resilience After Losing Leg to Poacher’s Trap

Given their power, prowess, and place in the food chain, one may not expect to see a vulnerable side to lions. Unfortunately, however, trophy hunting and poaching have drastically affected the big cats' populations, historic range, and—as in the case of Clarence, a dominant male lion—individual livelihood. In 2011, Clarence became trapped in a deadly poaching snare in Uganda's Murchison Falls National Park.

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Travel
September 10, 2017

Interview: Founder of MessyNessyChic Explains How to Visit Paris Like a Local in New “Non-Guide Book”

As a self-proclaimed “cabinet of chic curiosities,” MessyNessyChic is a whimsical website dedicated to all things unusual. Founded by blogger, author, and self-described “escapist” Vanessa Grall, the quirky site features everything from tales of abandoned art to ghosts of photographs past. Often, her pieces are inspired by life in Paris, where the French-American has resided for 7 years.

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Photography
September 8, 2017

Interview: Photographer Captures Voyeuristic View of People on London Streets After Midnight

Photographer Edo Zollo stalks the streets of London, pointing his lens at the mysterious happenings that could only occur after dark. As the bustling city empties out, he takes the opportunity to capture unique street images tinged with a touch of film noir. Zollo has lived in London for 15 years, and it's here that he picked up the habit of taking to the streets when he found himself consistently awake after midnight.

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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.