Photographer Travels to South Sudan To Live Among the Mundari Tribe [Interview]

During his time in the country, he camped with the Mundari and was able to document their traditions. With a background in the fashion industry, Doggett brings a unique sensibility to this pop in of photography. Read on for My Modern Met’s exclusive interview. Ive always been fascinated by cultures, especially those that are in touch with the natural world around them. To me, this made the Mundaris world a visual story worth telling....

October 26, 2023 · 2 min · 275 words · Jodi Schmidt

500-Year-Old Aztec Sculpture of a Giant Snake Head Uncovered After Earthquake in Mexico

A large 500-year-old sculpture was discovered in the shifted ground near the historic center of the metropolis. It turns out that this discovery has a direct connection to the Aztec Empire. The significance of the snake head is still being determined. Photo: LANCIC/UNAM/INAH Snakes play a large role in Aztec mythology, representing fertility and rebirth. Photo: LANCIC/UNAM/INAH Photo: LANCIC/UNAM/INAH

October 25, 2023 · 1 min · 59 words · Todd Johnson

Did You Know the Most Expensive Spice in the World is Worth More Than Gold?

A dash of this or that, and food can taste very different. There are numerous spices with unique flavours, and many of them come with a hefty price tag. The reason for its high value is the amount of time and labor involved in harvesting it. Photo: AntonMatyukha/Depositphotos An estimated 40 hours of labor are needed for the picking process of 150,000 flowers. Next, the stigmas are dried over charcoal fires, but this step can also take significant time....

October 25, 2023 · 1 min · 151 words · Robert Perez

Geodesic Domes Offer Front Row Seats to Nature in This Luxurious Glamping Experience

This post may contain affiliate links. If you make a purchase, My Modern Met may earn an affiliate commission. yo 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. When thinking of a Florida vacation, many envision sandy beaches and amusement parks. Each glamping site boasts 1,100 square feet, divided among two geodesic domes and a private patio....

October 25, 2023 · 1 min · 211 words · Casey Mueller

Man Who Was Pronounced Dead and Came Back to Life Explains What Dying Feels Like

It can also be an uncomfortable or scary subject for many people to discuss or even think about. For one guy, though, he readily talks about death and his experience with it. Uploaded by useru/Sufficient-Bug-9112, the clip begins as a random street interview before taking that monumental turn. Photo: Screenshots fromReddit The interviewer spots a guy wearing a pair broken glasses with one of the temple arms is completely gone....

October 25, 2023 · 1 min · 200 words · Joseph Torres

These NASA-Approved Watches Include Genuine Moon Dust

This post may contain affiliate links. If you make a purchase, My Modern Met may earn an affiliate commission. just 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. There are few sights as romantic as a full moon. There are many other details for astronomy fans to find. you might pre-order them viaKickstarter....

October 25, 2023 · 1 min · 137 words · Cory Rodriguez

Watch Amazing Jump Roper Effortlessly Time Her Performance to Music

The jump rope is a versatile tool that is often used by athletes for their warmup exercises. Although only a minute or two in length, each video is captivating to watch. Youu possesses a masterful ease around the jump rope, skipping forward and then reversing her movements without pause. She calls her unique improv style Rope O’Clock and even has a separateInstagram accountdedicated to sharing her moves. Sometimes she will twirl it around, and other times she manipulates the rope like a whip....

October 25, 2023 · 1 min · 127 words · Michael Fletcher

Artist Reimagines Modern-Day Landscapes With Van Gogh-Inspired Swirly Skies

Among its main attractions is its unique architecture, blending centuries-old colonial buildings with modern styles. Then, he elevates those pictures by digitally giving them a swirly sky that evokesVan Gogh’sTheStarry Night. For Bernal, this has allowed him to marry his two passionsphotography and painting. I used to paint oil replicas of Impressionist works. And so he came up with a unique technique, which he describes as digital photographic intervention. To him, the city is an endless source of inspiration....

October 24, 2023 · 1 min · 170 words · Doris Martin

Blake Shelton Brings Gwen Stefani to Tears With Heartfelt Story of How They Met

Photo: Featureflash/Depositphotos Pop star Gwen Stefani has been an iconic figure in the music world for years. Recently, her achievements were set in stoneliterallywith her own star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. The first time that I ever met Gwen was in 2014. Photo: Featureflash/Depositphotos She wasn’t like any other famous person that I had ever met before, Shelton recalls. She drove herself to work in a black minivan with car seats in it....

October 24, 2023 · 2 min · 223 words · James Chase

Newly Restored 1,000-Year-Old “Cheddar Brooch” Goes on Display

Photo:South West Heritage Trust Jewelry is an ancient conceptfrom scarab rings to gold torques to bone piercings. This throw in of decoration spans across cultures, continents, and centuries. Countless examples from different periods have survived and can be found in museums today. Photo:South West Heritage Trust Curator of archaeology Amal Khreishehexplains, Conservation has transformed this fascinating brooch and revealed the intricacies of its design. The brooch was found alone, not buried in ahoard....

October 24, 2023 · 1 min · 159 words · Sherry Gallegos

Woman Playing Cards Wins “World’s Largest Photo Competition”

Right from the heart of life by Dikye Ariani. Overall winner and Winner, People. Ariani’s slice-of-life image won out over the 509,612 photos submitted by amateur and professional photographers around the world. “Right from the heart of life” by Dikye Ariani. Overall winner and Winner, People. Location: Indonesia.“A powerful picture with a very good composition of a connected community – right from the heart of Indonesian life.” Dikye Ariani impressively captures the atmosphere of a special moment with her photo, states the jury....

October 24, 2023 · 4 min · 733 words · Joseph Miles

Here’s What the Spookiest “Boogeyman” Looks Like in Different Countries

Depending on where you grew up, this figure could take on many forms. This includes the UK’s Boogeyman, which started as the Bogeyman in the 15th century. In Spain,El Hombre Del Sacois an old man who eats the children that he collects. Click to enlarge Variations of the Sack Man exist across different Latin countries. In Egypt, the figure is calledAbu Rigl Maslukha, which translates to Man with Burnt Legs....

October 23, 2023 · 1 min · 135 words · Ashley Peck

Pixar Releases Playful Crocs That Look Like Mater From ‘Cars’

Love them or hate them,Crocsare known for being some of the most comfortable shoes out there. On top of their cozy appeal, the classic clogs come in a wide array of colors and patterns. But arguably the best part of its design is that it is essentially a blank canvas for fun collaborations. With this collaboration, Mater joins his best friend, Lightning McQueen in getting the Crocs treatment. On the bottom part, a mix of rusty brown and chipped blue pays tribute to Mater’s doors....

October 23, 2023 · 1 min · 103 words · Theresa Casey