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Fromdevoted service dogstosearch and rescue pups, countless stories celebrate the heroism of our canine companions. However, many dog lovers would agree that all dogs are inherently good, regardless of their accomplishments. Sometimes, dogs just need a bit of reassurance to feel appreciated. The siblings currently have 11 dogs and are fostering another eight. Their videos highlight each pups funny personality and show just how sweet they really are. Inanother videoposted by the siblings, they reveal what exactly makes their dogs so good....

Photo:[email protected]/Depositphotos(Not a photo of the actual bears.) Why is this so interesting? Nature photographer Stan Mills also got footage of the family in early June. Photo:[email protected]/Depositphotos(Not a photo of the actual bears.) His video shows the adult bear looking right at him while her cubs roll around playing. Still, it’s possible that this mama bear may have a blended family. That’s because it’s not uncommon for grizzlies to adopt cubs abandoned by their mothers....

Photo: Istanbul Metropolitan Municipality Ancient cities carry ancient secrets under modern streets and buildings. The tunnels consist of brick walls and arches, two rooms and a connecting tunnel. The subterranean complex was originally discovered in the 1960s but was stopped up with earth for preservation. Photo: Istanbul Metropolitan Municipality Rediscovering the ruins and the former church has ensued. The church was finally destroyed in 1204 during an attack by European crusaders....

Are you an art hobbyist or perhaps an art enthusiast who wants to become an artist? In either case, finding time and motivation to make art can be a challenge. Perhaps your last artworks were finger paintings for mom’s refrigerator, but you want to learn something new. Having anart habitmakes you not just an artist, but aless stressedand more focused individual in general. Where to start though?My Modern Met Academyis perfect for making art a habit....

Photo: HandmadePicture/Depositphotos In mid-July, aTikTok videoreuploaded to X (formerly Twitter) started going viral. In the video, a food server demonstrates the proper way to use a salt and pepper shaker. Contrary to their name, salt and pepper shakers aren’t actually meant to be shaken. Photo: HandmadePicture/Depositphotos The small ridges lining the outside of the typical shaker base are the key to making this work. Other peopleclaimthe ridges on the bottom are for ease of grip rather than ease of pouring....

In many ways,Junxi Luis an average 9-year-old boy. He enjoys playing with his friends and dressing up in colorful clothes and wigs. Maituo’s musical portfolio is as expansive as it is impressive. He soulfully playsblues songs, almost seeming like a mini B.B. King as he closes his eyes, feeling each string being plucked like a tugging of his own heartstrings. Even more impressively, he plays all of these songs on a full-size adult guitar....

Since 1992, when the first exoplanet was confirmed, over 6,600 have been discovered in 4,868 planetary systems. I researched extensively on the possible coloration of exoplanets, Vargic tells My Modern Met. Both posters, which are on sale via Vargic’sHalcyon Maps, offer plenty to enjoy. Despite their scale, both infographics combined still portray only one-quarter of all exoplanets discovered so far! Scroll down to see more details from both of these incredible astronomy infographics....

Photo: HummViewer Getting a glimpse at hummingbirds can be hard. That’s why seeing them in person is even considered a sign of good luck. But what if you could improve your chances of seeing these creatures up-close from the comfort of your home? Photo: HummViewer The HummViewer is described as a hummingbird feeding mask. It offers an observational sensory experience to feed and view hummingbirds up close, per the company’swebsite....

She was 96 years old. Her journey to that point is just as fascinating as what happened once she became a public figure. Born in 1928, Dr. Ruthwho was Jewishwas sent to Switzerland from Germany as the Nazis came to power. Ruth Westheimer in 2019 (Photo: Jean_nelson/Depositphotos) Her foray into media began in 1980 with her call-in radio showSexually Speaking. Maybe thats one secret. The accent, too. Dr. Ruth Westheimer in 1988....

His frizzy hair, short shorts, and sparkling demeanor made him instantly recognizable throughout the decades. Simmons had just celebrated his 76th birthday the day before in his Hollywood Hills home. His passing was confirmed by his longtime publicist Tom Estey. Photo: Jean_Nelson/Depositphotos I want them to remember him for the genuine joy and love he brought to peoples lives. He truly cared about people. He called, wrote, and emailed thousands of people throughout his career to offer help....

Volocopter’s air vehicles, or VoloCity, are two-seaters equipped with 18 electric-powered rotors. This floating landing pad is among the first built specifically for flying taxis within the city. Additional restrictions have been placed upon Volocopter as part of the sanction. Environmental concerns over the operation include potential noise pollution, energy consumption, and carbon emissions. On the other hand, Volocopter aims to build a complete system of urban air mobility (UAM).

Photo:Stock Photosfrom David Prahl/ShutterstockThis post may contain affiliate links. If you make a purchase, My Modern Met may earn an affiliate commission. just readour disclosurefor more info. Photo:Stock Photosfrom David Prahl/ShutterstockThis post may contain affiliate links. If you make a purchase, My Modern Met may earn an affiliate commission. Please readour disclosurefor more info. Adding to this cherished time of year are the games that can be played outside. Some of the most popularbackyard gamesare supersized versions of things youd play indoors....

Francois Antoine slaying the Beast of Gevaudan, 18th century. (Photo:Wikimedia Commons, Public Domain) Legends about werewolves are ancient. Mentions ofmen morphing into wolvesappear in ancient Near Eastern, Nordic, and Greek literature and myths. François Antoine slaying the Beast of Gévaudan, 18th century. (Photo:Wikimedia Commons, Public Domain) But the fearsome werewolves were particularly sensationalized in certain periods. This created a media frenzy surrounding just what this creature might be. Described as much larger than an average wolf, it had a long tail like a feline....