On Wednesday, Thai customs officials were inspecting luggage at Suvarnabhumi Airport, the country’s main international airport in Bangkok. They made a shocking discovery: 87 animals — some of whom are endangered — were hidden inside checked luggage, in an attempt to smuggle the animals to India. According to a Facebook release, the animals included an endangered red … [Read more...] about Endangered red panda, 86 other animals found inside luggage at airport
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Woman brings her horses inside house to keep them safe from freezing weather
In recent days an Arctic blast has swept through the US, causing record-low temperatures in many parts of the country. It’s no time to be going outside, and it certainly isn’t time to leave your pets out either. Even outdoor pets are in serious danger during weather extremes like this. And as temperatures dipped below zero, one woman took an unusual step to ensure her … [Read more...] about Woman brings her horses inside house to keep them safe from freezing weather
Take a Look Inside the Batagaika Crater, the Largest Scar on Earth
The Batagaika megaslump provides a glimpse into Siberia’s ancient past and uncertain future. The Batagaika megaslump is a massive crater in the Siberian taiga, in the Republic of Sakha (Yakutia) in Russia. It is also known as the “gateway to hell” or the “scar on the planet” because of its enormous size and eerie appearance. The crater is about one kilometer long and 100 … [Read more...] about Take a Look Inside the Batagaika Crater, the Largest Scar on Earth
Scientists make concerning discovery deep inside cave that’s been closed off for decades
In a concerning revelation, a team of scientists led by Elizabeth Hasenmueller, associate director of the Water Access, Technology, Environment, and Resources (WATER) Institute at Saint Louis University, discovered elevated levels of plastic pollution within a Missouri cave system that has been sealed off from the public for three decades. Cliff Cave, located near Saint … [Read more...] about Scientists make concerning discovery deep inside cave that’s been closed off for decades
Keep Cats Inside For Their (And Others’) Own Good, Say Scientists
For cat owners, the age-old dilemma of whether to let their feline friends roam freely outdoors or keep them indoors has sparked passionate debates. However, a recent study, particularly relevant for those residing in Washington D.C., provides compelling reasons to consider the indoor option, and it goes beyond the typical arguments. Daniel Herrera, lead author of the … [Read more...] about Keep Cats Inside For Their (And Others’) Own Good, Say Scientists