In a remarkable display of philanthropy, Kris Tompkins, former CEO of Patagonia, and her late husband Doug Tompkins, co-founder of The North Face Inc. and Esprit, made history with an extraordinary $345 million land donation in South America. Their unprecedented gift, completed in 2019, stands as the largest private land donation ever recorded, reflecting a commitment to … [Read more...] about Uber-wealthy couple makes unprecedented move with $300 million land: ‘To protect nature from being devoured’
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Trail Cam Contest Winner: Opossum’s Bold Move Shoving Skunk Into Pond
In the quest for fame, humans have committed all manner of deeds, some virtuous and others dubious. Surprisingly, it seems that animals are not immune to the allure of the spotlight, as demonstrated by a recent video that clinched the top spot in a competition hosted by Trail Cam Pro. Out of six deserving winners, Betsy Potter from New York emerged victorious with her … [Read more...] about Trail Cam Contest Winner: Opossum’s Bold Move Shoving Skunk Into Pond
These Handcrafted Miniature Animals Move When You Turn The Crank
The fascination with miniature stuff continues to grow among many hobbyists and creatives from all over the world. Even if you are not into making little versions of objects, houses, villages, you can still find joy in exploring the little details and every nook and cranny of a set or figure. While the most popular model is a miniature house, animals come next as another … [Read more...] about These Handcrafted Miniature Animals Move When You Turn The Crank
The Walking Trees of Ecuador: They are Said to Move up to 20 Meters Every Year
A species of palm tree is perhaps the only mobile tree on this planet. Socratea Exorrhiza, a tree found in a remote section of Ecuador, is said to be able to walk, just like Ents in The Lord of the Rings. These leafy giants may not be able to wage war on the troops of Isengard, but they do share a few traits with their fictional counterparts, aside from their height. Their … [Read more...] about The Walking Trees of Ecuador: They are Said to Move up to 20 Meters Every Year
The Dog Howling Next to The Hole Refuses to Move Until Someone Looks Inside
“He was asking for help” ❤️ Willians Mollo Flores stepped out earlier this month to take his dog for an evening walk near his home in Chile, never expecting to end up saving a life. But he went above and beyond. He saved two lives. Flores noticed his dog tugging at the leash in a direction off their path as they passed by an old construction site. It didn't take Flores … [Read more...] about The Dog Howling Next to The Hole Refuses to Move Until Someone Looks Inside