Venus, often referred to as Earth's twin or sister planet, has long intrigued scientists and stargazers alike. Sharing a similar size and composition with our home planet, Venus stands out as an enigmatic celestial neighbor. Yet, beneath the surface-level similarities, Venus and Earth couldn't be more different, especially when it comes to their respective … [Read more...] about These Are the Only Images Ever Made on the Surface of Venus
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Man made a bed for his elderly dog at the beach so she could see the sea one last time
In a poignant tribute to his beloved canine companion, Piero Temperato demonstrated the depth of his love for his elderly dog, Greta, by crafting a special beach bed for her final moments. Recognizing the significance of granting cherished experiences before bidding farewell, Temperato decided to take Greta to the sea, a place she adored, ensuring she could immerse herself in … [Read more...] about Man made a bed for his elderly dog at the beach so she could see the sea one last time
The 25,000-Year-Old “Pyramid” In Indonesia Was Likely Not Made By Humans
Among other bold claims are that there are "hidden cavities or chambers" within it. Last month, an attention-grabbing study published in Archaeological Prospection made waves by proposing that a mountain in Indonesia, named Gunung Padang or the "Mountain of Enlightenment," is the world's oldest pyramid, meticulously crafted by ancient humans between 25,000 and 14,000 years … [Read more...] about The 25,000-Year-Old “Pyramid” In Indonesia Was Likely Not Made By Humans
Capybaras and Onsens: A Match Made in Heaven
In 1982, a zookeeper at the Izu Shaboten Zoo in Shizuoka prefecture accidentally discovered that capybaras absolutely loved soaking in hot water, and the practice of providing them an onsen, or traditional Japanese hot springs, was born. Capybaras, the world's largest rodents, are native to South America. They are semi-aquatic and enjoy spending time in water. So it was no … [Read more...] about Capybaras and Onsens: A Match Made in Heaven
37 years ago, Jambo the Gorilla made headlines all over the world
Exactly 37 years ago, in 1986, 5-year-old Levan Merritt visited to the zoo with his brothers and parents. But what was meant to be a nice day quickly turned into a nightmare that the family would recall for the rest of their lives... The day started off nicely. They walked around and enjoyed seeing all the animals. It was now time to visit the large, imposing … [Read more...] about 37 years ago, Jambo the Gorilla made headlines all over the world