Which one of you annoyed the gods? A deluge of heavy rain near Lake Pátzcuaro has triggered the collapse of an ancient pyramid in Mexico, just days after the iconic “Double Arch” in Utah’s Glen Canyon National Recreation Area came crashing down into Lake Powell. Both incidents, attributed by some to an increasingly wild global climate, could also signal impending … [Read more...] about Ancient Pyramid Collapses After Storm In Mexico, Just Days After Archway Collapses In US
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Obie, abandoned dog who was found tied up to tree, finally adopted after 60 days
Last month we reported on the story of Obie, a sweet dog who was found abandoned and tied up to a tree before being taken in by the Tyler Regional Animal Care Shelter. In the weeks since Obie’s story made headlines, he’s been patiently waiting for the right home — and now, there’s been an inspiring update to the story. On April 22, Obie was discovered in the Frank … [Read more...] about Obie, abandoned dog who was found tied up to tree, finally adopted after 60 days
Gone are the days of dogs, cats, rabbits, and hamsters: Hippos are now the standard of cuteness!
In ancient Vietnam, our grandparents often had a joke, "Ugly like a hippopotamus," to tease those unfortunate people who did not have a very sparkling appearance. But that joke has become something of a bygone era, now that hippos have taken the throne to become the new standard of cuteness. Fiona, a 10-month-old hippo at the Cincinnati Zoo in Ohio, USA, was once receiving … [Read more...] about Gone are the days of dogs, cats, rabbits, and hamsters: Hippos are now the standard of cuteness!
Earth’s rotating inner core is starting to slow down — and it could alter the length of our days
The heart of our planet has been spinning unusually slowly for the past 14 years, new research confirms. If this mysterious trend continues, it could potentially lengthen Earth's days — though the effects would likely be imperceptible to us. Earth's inner core is a roughly moon-size chunk of solid iron and nickel that lies more than 3,000 miles (4,800 kilometers) below our … [Read more...] about Earth’s rotating inner core is starting to slow down — and it could alter the length of our days
After 60 Days, Same Fish Caught Again!
An interesting story recently surfaced online, shared by an overseas netizen. They caught a fish and noticed distinct markings on its body. Online sleuths were quick to recognize the fish from a previous catch, which took place roughly two months prior. The netizen's account of this incredible coincidence has taken the internet by storm, with many users expressing a mix of … [Read more...] about After 60 Days, Same Fish Caught Again!