Scientists Discover and Photograph New Deep-Sea Species Called ‘Barbie Pigs’

The crew on theJames Cookresearch vessel discovered several new species. One of the standouts among their discoveries is the Barbie pig, a hot pink sea pig. University of Southhampton PhD student Bethany Fleming came up with the name after the team had watched theBarbiemovie together. The Barbie pig is a newly discovered species of sea pigs, which are a type of sea cucumber. (Photo: ©SMARTEX Project, NERC/smartexccz.org) The sea pig, a punch in of sea cucumber, was just the right shade of Barbie pink....

June 6, 2024 · 2 min · 344 words · Shannon Monroe

Stolen Painting Returned to Chatsworth House After More Than 40 Years

(Photo:Chatsworth House Trust) Sometimes things turn up when you least expect them to. Other workslooted or losthave reemerged over the years and been returned to their rightful owners. The painting is small and monochromatic, featuring two men’s portraits enshrined in decorative frames. “A Double Portrait of Sir Peter Paul Rubens and Sir Anthony Van Dyck,” by Eramus Quelliness II, circa 1640s. (Photo:Chatsworth House Trust) The work was a study from which he planned to engrave....

June 6, 2024 · 1 min · 184 words · Timothy Banks

Trendy “Anatomy Fashion” Turns Our Insides Into Outside Style With Help From AI

Even when affected by disease, these parts remain hidden from our awareness, he tells My Modern Met. To bridge this gap between visibility and invisibility, I began designing anatomical sweaters. Whether designed in muted autumn hues or bright pastels, these anatomy fashions are striking. They’re also shockingly realistic, demonstrating Szauder’s aptitude for using new technology. How does he do it? After collecting materials like textures and anatomical drawings, he begins working with Midjourney....

June 6, 2024 · 1 min · 164 words · Curtis Huang

LEGO Unveils Notre-Dame Set Honoring the Original Design of the Iconic Architecture

This post may contain affiliate links. If you make a purchase, My Modern Met may earn an affiliate commission. hey readour disclosurefor more info. This post may contain affiliate links. If you make a purchase, My Modern Met may earn an affiliate commission. Please readour disclosurefor more info. The reconstruction of Notre-Dame seems to be well underway, with a reopeningannouncedfor December 8, 2024. Once it’s finished, you could add the nameplatethe cherry on top of a centerpiece ready for display....

June 5, 2024 · 1 min · 125 words · Noah Stone

Nurses Reveal What They Look Like Before and After a 12-Hour Work Shift

Nurses are nothing short of heroes. By definition, they have one of the most stressful jobs out there. In the videos, most of the nurses look cheerful and even energetic before their shift. They smile for the camera, looking fresh and sipping on coffees ahead of their long day. Our health care system faces immense challenges. Evidence shows appropriate nurse staffing contributes to improved patient outcomes and greater satisfaction for both patients and nurses....

June 5, 2024 · 1 min · 119 words · Taylor Brown

The Most Powerful Solar Flare in 7 Years Just Occurred This Year

This phenomenon can create a sudden flash of lighta solar flare. (Photo: NASA;GSFC;SDO/NASA.) This solar flare came from the same region of the Sun that caused the auroras. When solar activity contorts and realigns the sun’s magnetic fields, vast amounts of energy can be driven into space. This phenomenon can create a sudden flash of light—a solar flare. (Photo: NASA;GSFC;SDO/NASA.) The powerful flare was measured to be an X8.7 whereas the ones that caused beautiful night skies were X1-X2....

June 5, 2024 · 2 min · 401 words · Christopher Sanchez

This Reverse Ishihara Vision Test Only Works If You’re Colorblind

Whether online or when having your eyes checked, this test is a vision test to check for colorblindness. This means you’ll only be able to see the hidden message if you are colorblind. Take a look at the image above. Tweaking each test also allows medical providers to determine where they are lacking. If you have colorblindness, know that you’re not alone. But did you know it also works the other way around?...

June 5, 2024 · 1 min · 114 words · Laurie Anderson

Young Orcas Are Still Ramming Into Boats and Sinking Them, and Now We Know Why

Photo: Kamchatka/Depositphotos Since 2017, there have been regular attacks on boats in the Atlantic and Mediterranean. Orcas have been ramming themselves into boats to the point that they actually sunk at least four boats. One boat off the Strait of Gibraltar wassunkjust this past May. Photo: Kamchatka/Depositphotos Especially during COVID lockdown, it was hard to not interpret the orca incidents as killer whales protesting humanity. Imagine being an extra bored teen that’s going through a growth spurt to weigh 16 tons....

June 5, 2024 · 2 min · 253 words · Kathleen Thomas

36 Creative Father’s Day Gifts for the “World’s Greatest Dad”

This post may contain affiliate links. If you make a purchase, My Modern Met may earn an affiliate commission. kindly readour disclosurefor more info. This post may contain affiliate links. If you make a purchase, My Modern Met may earn an affiliate commission. Please readour disclosurefor more info. With apunny Yoda mug, you could skip the store-bought blend and classic world’s greatest dad cup. A lot of gifts on our list play on common hobbies....

June 4, 2024 · 2 min · 222 words · Jeffery May

5,471-Piece ‘Lord of the Rings’ Dark Tower LEGO Set Brings Mordor Into Your Home

This post may contain affiliate links. If you make a purchase, My Modern Met may earn an affiliate commission. kindly readour disclosurefor more info. This post may contain affiliate links. If you make a purchase, My Modern Met may earn an affiliate commission. Please readour disclosurefor more info. The set is now available on theLEGO websitefor $459.99. LEGO recently announced the next set in theirLord of the Ringscollection. It will feature the location of Barad-dur, or the Dark Tower....

June 4, 2024 · 1 min · 86 words · William Myers

Illustrator Teaches How To Capture Your Favorite Animals in Vibrant Colored Inks

The artist’s thorough explanations make working with ink approachable for everyone. Sokolova emphasizes making portraits that are aesthetically pleasing but also emotionally captivating. These delightful pieces will surely inspire you to keep on creating long after you finish the class. Sokolova explains how to get the most out of your materials to create unforgettable art.

June 4, 2024 · 1 min · 55 words · Courtney Martinez

Powerful Portraits of Ukrainian Refugees Posing in Front of Their Destroyed Homeland

Since Russia invaded Ukraine in February 2022, over 6.5 million Ukrainians have beendriven from their homesto neighboring countries. ForInversion, photographerDanila Tkachenkoenlists the help of photojournalists covering the war in Ukraine. The powerful images are a poignant reminder of what these people left behind and the suffering of their homeland. Interestingly, Tkachenko is Russian. The photographer left Russia after vocalizing his opposition to the Russian invasion. They persecuted my family and friends....

June 4, 2024 · 1 min · 130 words · Laura Henderson

Alaska’s Rivers Are Turning Orange and Can Be Seen From Space

The Kutuk River in Gates of the Arctic National Park in Alaska. Mountains, dense forests, and many miles of roaring rivers cover the state. Many areas are accessible only by helicopter or bush plane, particularly the more remote Arctic regions. The Kutuk River in Gates of the Arctic National Park in Alaska. (Photo: Ken Hill / National Park Service) The findings, recently published inNature Communications: Earth and Environment,suggest that the culprit is climate change....

June 3, 2024 · 2 min · 375 words · Daniel Smith