By effectively slowing down traffic, this 3D crosswalk in Iceland is making the streets safer – and more fun to cross. Ísafjörður, a small fishing town in Iceland with barely more than 2,500 inhabitants, has shown how to use artistic illusion to help with public safety and traffic issues. The local government, in cooperation with Vegamálun GÍH, a company for painting … [Read more...] about This 3D Crosswalk in Iceland Slows Down Traffic with a Stunning Optical Illusion
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Heartbroken Shelter Dog Shuts Down When Her Best Friend Gets Adopted Without Her
“She definitely misses having a sibling to cuddle with” In the vast and bustling city of Oklahoma, the compassionate rescuers at Stillwater Animal Welfare (SAW) encountered a remarkable duo last month – two dogs found navigating the urban landscape together. While SAW's welfare officers frequently save multiple dogs, this particular pair stood out immediately for their … [Read more...] about Heartbroken Shelter Dog Shuts Down When Her Best Friend Gets Adopted Without Her
Astronaut Looks Down At Earth From The ISS, Sees Giant Skull Looking Back
When you look down at the Sahara desert and the Sahara desert looks back. Imagine gazing down at the vast expanse of the Sahara desert from the International Space Station (ISS) and suddenly, an eerie sight meets your eyes. You spot a colossal, ghostly skull seemingly peering back at you from the Earth's surface. While it may sound like the stuff of legends and folklore, … [Read more...] about Astronaut Looks Down At Earth From The ISS, Sees Giant Skull Looking Back
Scared baby squirrel refuses to leave as her tree is chopped down — rescue takes her in
Squirrels are such a common sight in so many of our neighborhoods, parks and backyards that we barely give them much thought, but it’s important to remember that we still share our environment with them and the things we do affect their lives. When a tree was being cut down last month, a baby squirrel was terrified of losing her home and refused to leave — until a rescue … [Read more...] about Scared baby squirrel refuses to leave as her tree is chopped down — rescue takes her in
Why Is China Digging A 10,000-Meter Hole Down To The Cretaceous System?
Digging down through 10 layers of rock, the team hopes to reach the Cretaceous System. Earlier this year, China embarked on a remarkable endeavor, aiming to dig a hole that would plunge a staggering 10,000 meters (32,808 feet) into the Earth's surface. This ambitious undertaking represents the deepest drilling effort ever witnessed in the country, sparking curiosity and … [Read more...] about Why Is China Digging A 10,000-Meter Hole Down To The Cretaceous System?