Looking for a unique and fascinating rock to add to your bucket list? How about a Yooperlite? Never heard of them? That’s not surprising, as they were only discovered recently. Yooperlites, aka Glowdalites, are fluorescent rocks that are found in the Upper Peninsula of Michigan. They are a type of syenite rock that contains a high concentration of sodalite, a mineral that … [Read more...] about These Stunning Glowing Rocks Called Yooperlites Were Only Recently Discovered at Lake Superior – Here’s How to Find Them
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This Hotel in the Swiss Alps Has No Walls or Roof, Only 100% Nature
This (totally) outdoor hotel in the Swiss Alps Alps called the Null Stern Hotel has no facilities and the nearest public loo is a ten-minute walk away. But why need a toilet when you can unite with nature – even that way. Located 6,463 feet above sea level, the hotel has only one room – for 250 euros a night. Its name means “zero stars” in German. “The star is not the … [Read more...] about This Hotel in the Swiss Alps Has No Walls or Roof, Only 100% Nature
Only certain people can see the horse in this picture – are you one of the special few?
There’s a reason optical illusions are so popular around the world. Let’s face it, who doesn’t like having a play around with perception? Who doesn’t like to be frustratingly mystified when they can’t see something others can with ease? From time to time, we stumble across puzzles that truly leave us stumped, and part of the fun is then sharing it with others to see who … [Read more...] about Only certain people can see the horse in this picture – are you one of the special few?
The Alligator Penis Is Permanently Erect, But Pops Out Only When Needed
The Jack-In-A-Box of reptilian genitalia. The alligator penis is a unique anatomical feature, permanently erect but only emerging when necessary. Unlike other animals that rely on blood or lymphatic fluid for erection, the alligator penis maintains its rigidity due to a dense network of collagen fibers within the penile shaft. This constant state of readiness means that … [Read more...] about The Alligator Penis Is Permanently Erect, But Pops Out Only When Needed
Vast Majority Of Carbon Emissions Linked To Only 57 Companies Since 2016
Chevron, ExxonMobil, BP, and Shell feature in the top 20 list of producers. Up to 80 percent of carbon emissions pumped out since 2016 can be traced back to just 57 companies, according to a new report. Published by the independent think tank InfluenceMap, the report was produced using the Carbon Majors Database. Among the 57 entities they name and shame, … [Read more...] about Vast Majority Of Carbon Emissions Linked To Only 57 Companies Since 2016