A Facebook page titled The sound of Train recently posted an image comparing passenger train lines in the United States and Europe (archived link). The post quickly gained traction with 117,000 reactions, 21,800 comments, and 44,000 reshares, highlighting the public's interest in transportation infrastructure. The image, which later went viral on Reddit in 2023, sparked … [Read more...] about These Maps Claim to Show Passenger Trains in US vs. Europe. Here Are the Facts
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Europe at the End of the Ice Age
This is what Europe looked like at the end of the last ice age (cc. 10,000 BC). It was even more united than today, wasn’t it? Anyway, the last glacial period occurred from the end of the Eemian interglacial to the end of the Younger Dryas, encompassing the period c. 110,000 – c. 11,700 years ago. This most recent glacial period is part of … [Read more...] about Europe at the End of the Ice Age
Discover the ‘Maldives of Europe’: This Enchanting Albanian Village is Only 3 Hours Away from the UK
Are you dreaming of a pristine beach getaway like the Maldives, but not looking forward to the exhausting 10-hour flight and hefty price tag? Well, look no further, as there's a hidden gem much closer to home that offers a similar idyllic experience without breaking the bank. Nestled in the heart of Albania lies the charming village of Ksamil, a little-known destination … [Read more...] about Discover the ‘Maldives of Europe’: This Enchanting Albanian Village is Only 3 Hours Away from the UK
Climate change threat looms over Europe as drought-like conditions exceed centuries-old records, causing drying rivers, forest fires, and other problems
The French River Loire has never been documented as drying up in history. However, the country's severe drought conditions have permanently altered history. The numerous castles that line the banks of the River Loire are well known. One of the main attractions in the nation is a river with shallow water. However, due to the extreme drought circumstances, travelers are unable to … [Read more...] about Climate change threat looms over Europe as drought-like conditions exceed centuries-old records, causing drying rivers, forest fires, and other problems
Europe Will Freeze if The Gulf Stream Ceases, Which is at Its Weakest Level in More Than a Thousand Years
Sediments and ice cores show that the warm ocean current that maintains northern Europe habitable is weaker than it has ever been in the last thousand years. The discovery raises the possibility that the current will weaken even more, which would be disastrous for the UK and Ireland and bad news for many other locations. Northern Europe's climate has been governed for … [Read more...] about Europe Will Freeze if The Gulf Stream Ceases, Which is at Its Weakest Level in More Than a Thousand Years