Rescued Baby Bird Is Wrapped in a Tortilla To Keep It Warm and Safe Until Wildlife Experts Arrive

In many instances, saving a defenseless animal requires quick thinking. That’s why a woman in Texas is being commended for her clever idea. Despite her initial worries, the WWWRC worker was greeted by a caring family. Undoubtedly, it was an inventive method to keep the baby warm, and surprisingly, it was effective. The WWWRC later shared avideo update, showing the bird cuddled up in their shelter. Inspired by the unusual story of her rescue, the bird was named Taquito....

August 6, 2024 · 1 min · 134 words · Sean Colon

Simone Biles and Jordan Chiles Bow Down to Rebeca Andrade at Olympic Gymnastics’ First All-Black Podium

Embed from Getty Images Despite her best attempts, Biles placed second during the women’s floor exercise final. Biles' action trascended the language barrier that has marked her interactions with Andrade throughout the Olympics. By bowing to Andrade, Biles and Chiles reminded the world that sportsmanship is a universal language. I have so much respect for her. Shes such a good competitor, Biles said about Andrade after the medal ceremony. She keeps me on my toes....

August 6, 2024 · 1 min · 151 words · Russell Riley

20 Quirky Pencils That Will Let You Sketch and Scribble in Style

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. Since you were old enough to write, you’ve probably stuck to the same style of pencil. While there’s nothing wrong with this tried-and-true instrument, why not make your mark with a newer model?...

August 5, 2024 · 1 min · 154 words · Bobby Abbott

Artist Paints Striking Portraits of Real Women of Color as Fearless Female Warriors

The highly realistic approach goes beyond Okamura’s proficient use of light and shadow in their expression. He expertly depicts the veins and bruises on their arms, as well as the texture of natural hair. Therefore I’ve always worked in the mode of realism. “Ebony Obsidian the Unbreakable” The women depicted in his paintings are all real women he knows personally and commends for their positive energy. Having an energetic connection I think is key to creating the best work possible....

August 5, 2024 · 1 min · 143 words · Julia Raymond

Artist Reimagines Paris Olympics in Miniature With Common Items and Tiny Figures

Occasionally, Tanaka takes his creativity a step further by creating scenes to commemorate special events. His latest collection honors the Paris 2024 Olympics, with intricate depictions of tiny athletes competing in various sports. And tiny figurines are cleverly posed to look right at home on their surfaces. One image even turns a TV remote control into a climbing wall for a miniature rock climber. This isnt the first time Tanaka created an Olympics-themed series either....

August 5, 2024 · 1 min · 146 words · Jesus Mcdonald

Gymnast With Spinal Injury Turns To Shooting and Wins Guatemala’s First-Ever Gold Medal at Olympics

Most Olympic athletes train their whole lives dedicated to one sport. Ruano’s path to Olympic gold has been anything but conventional. However, a severe back injury, involving six damaged vertebrae, abruptly ended her gymnastics career. Her competitive spirit was reignited after briefly volunteering for shooting at the 2016 Rio de Janeiro Olympics. Four years later, she achieved her ultimate goal by winning the gold medal. Up until this point, Guatemala has won only one other Olympic medal....

August 5, 2024 · 1 min · 109 words · Renee Woods

Powerful Winning Images From the 2024 Mangrove Photography Awards

Sinking Sundarbans by Supratim Bhattacharjee (India). In fact, less than half of Earth’s original mangrove forest cover remains. An image that raises a thousand questions, whilst connecting you to the girls heart. “Sinking Sundarbans” by Supratim Bhattacharjee (India). Mangrove Photographer of the Year.“Supratim Bhattacharjee witnesses a girl, standing before her tea shop, which is completely ruined by sea water in Frazerganj, Sundarbans.Nestled in the Bay of Bengal, the Sundarbans is the largest mangrove forest in the world – and one of the most vulnerable....

August 5, 2024 · 5 min · 969 words · Dominique Brown

Titanium Heart Successfully Implanted Into Human for the First Time

The group has just announced the first successful in-human implantation of the BiVACOR Total Artificial Heart (TAH). The implantation occurred as part of anFDA-approved feasibility study. The goal is to allow these people a higher quality of life while they await a heart transplant. This makes devices like the TAH even more critical, as they can provide a bridge in care. Physicians have successfully implanted the BiVACOR Total Artificial Heart in a human for the first time....

August 5, 2024 · 1 min · 77 words · Paula Austin

Largest Geothermal Development in America Taking Shape in Utah

Solar, wind, and evenocean wave-generatedpower are all renewable, clean options for poweringour lives and homes. Another super promising source of energy is Earth itself. Geothermal poweris a very underutilized source of power in the United States, but it offers incredible potential. Nesjavellir Geothermal Power Station in Iceland (Photo: Steve_Allen/Depositphotos) The project calls for 125 wells to tap into the Earth’s underground heat reserves. Curious about how geothermal power works? Our planet packs a lot of heat left over from its formation and the decay of elements within....

August 4, 2024 · 2 min · 240 words · Kyle Gibson

NASA Releases Stunning New Photographs to Celebrate Chandra Space Telescope’s 25th Anniversary

Composite Crab Nebula image. The supernova explosion that formed the nebula was witnessed in 1054 A.D. by astronomers who documented the event. Here are some of our favorite photographs from the exceptional collection of images. Composite Crab Nebula image. (Photo: Chandra, NASA, ESA, CXC, SAO, J. Schmidt, K. Arcand, L. Frattare) Composite NGC 1365 image. (Photo: Chandra, NASA, ESA, CXC, SAO, L. Frattare, J. Major) Composite NGC 3324 image. Composite NGC 1365 image....

August 3, 2024 · 2 min · 230 words · Vanessa Mason

Textile Artist Captures the Beauty of Nature With Colorful Woven Landscapes

She uses found images or ones that shes taken herself over the years while traveling. Shes tested many over the years to create the textures and depth that make her work so distinct. When it comes to color, Lee takes the time to develop the right palette for each piece. All of this careful consideration pays off. Each handwoven landscape beautifully captures the beauty and diversity of nature in textiles....

August 3, 2024 · 1 min · 142 words · Ronnie Wilson

Generous “Shoeshine Man” Donates $200K in Tips to Children’s Hospital Over 30 Years

The story of a humble shoe shiner namedAlbert Lexieproves that small acts of kindness can go a long way. Lexie charged between $2 and $5 per polish, earning him just $10,000 per year. Despite his modest income, Lexie generously donated all his tipstotaling over $200,000to the hospitals Free Care Fund. When customers gave him extra tips, he didn’t keep a single cent for himself. Instead, he donated every last bit to the hospital, ultimately contributing a remarkable total of $202,000....

August 2, 2024 · 1 min · 151 words · Dawn Bates

Hypnotic Videos of Insects Crawling on Tiny Worlds of Blooming Flowers

Japanese artistYoshiyuki Katayamahighlights the relationship between insects and flowers through exceptional videos. For eight years, he has been adding new work to his ongoingUmweltseries. The work merges a time-lapse video of flowers blooming together with insects crawling on the plants in slow motion. This makes for a dynamic composite as the slow motion and time-lapse create a hypnotic video. I also enjoy watching the mechanism of life unfold in a small, confined space....

August 2, 2024 · 1 min · 151 words · John Howell