Some of the earliest bridges in the world are thought to be four Mycenaean corbel arch structures that may be found close to the Greek villages of Mycenae and Arkadiko. At least two of them have been in use for at least 3,000 years. All of the bridges share a common design and are from the same region of Greece during the Bronze Age, connecting Mycenae, Tiryns, Tolo, and … [Read more...] about The World’s Oldest Bridge Is Still In Use, and You Can See It In Greece
Drought turns Lake Edersee in Germany into land..boats and piers appear without water!
Because of the drought that has hit Germany for weeks, there is little water left in this lake. Picture taken with a drone shows an aerial view of boat jetties at the dried up Edersee lake near Waldeck, western Germany on Tuesday. Due to the drought that has prevailed in Germany for weeks, there is rarely so little water in the reservoir. In Hesse's largest lake, ruins and … [Read more...] about Drought turns Lake Edersee in Germany into land..boats and piers appear without water!
When a Stray Kitten Realises He’s Safe, He Falls Asleep in a Cyclist’s Backpack
“He made no move to run away ... Maybe he realized I was there to help.” Matea noticed a small ball of fluff by the side of the road a few months ago as she was riding her bicycle home from work. The fluff turned out to be a little stray kitten who was wandering alone close to a major junction as she pedalled closer. People weren't even stopping to look at him, Matea … [Read more...] about When a Stray Kitten Realises He’s Safe, He Falls Asleep in a Cyclist’s Backpack
Cat Turns Into a “Invisible” Spy Under Bath Mats to Watch Over Family
“He thinks if he’s under them you can’t see him.” Meet Pumpkin, a white and orange rescue cat who enjoys playing about the house, snoozing on his back, and cuddling with his mother. When he's not engaged in those pursuits, Pumpkin likes to think of himself as a trickster who enjoys hiding out around the home and keeping an eye on his family. His go-to cover, perhaps? … [Read more...] about Cat Turns Into a “Invisible” Spy Under Bath Mats to Watch Over Family
A Dogs Cry More Than You Do When You’re Reunited
Is it possible they could love you more?! ❤️ Trigger warning: You might weep reading this (but in a good way). Dog parents will already be able to attest to the great affinity they have with their animals, but it appears that this emotional bond may go deeper than previously believed. When a dog is reunited with its pet parent, tears frequently build up in their eyes, … [Read more...] about A Dogs Cry More Than You Do When You’re Reunited