On Drakes Beach in California, thousands of "penis fish" have washed ashore. Urechis caupo is a species of marine spoonworm that spends the most of its life burrowed in the soft silt of the sea bed. It is better recognized by its more phallic name for rather obvious reasons. These worms, sometimes known as the "fat innkeeper worm" (because scientists keep dragging them … [Read more...] about People Loved It When Thousands Of “Penis Fish” Washed Up On A Californian Beach
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This is How The Sun Appears From Each Planet In Our Solar System
Our Solar System is a breathtakingly gorgeous environment. It's a diverse area full of stunning sights and natural wonders, whether it's the pockmarked volcanic surface of Mercury, the dusty crimson plains of Mars, the gorgeous rings of Saturn, or even the blues and viridians of our own Earth. We'd be nothing without the Sun, and artist and illustrator Ron Miller's series of … [Read more...] about This is How The Sun Appears From Each Planet In Our Solar System
“Because I Have Everything to Lose,” a Teen Who Has Been Homeless for 12 Years Graduates Valedictorian
High school isn't always a nice place for everyone; the pressures of work and trying to fit in may make it an experience that many kids would rather forget. After students have successfully traversed this stressful route, they can look forward to graduation. However, until he gave a special speech at their graduation ceremony as part of his award for being valedictorian, … [Read more...] about “Because I Have Everything to Lose,” a Teen Who Has Been Homeless for 12 Years Graduates Valedictorian
A Heroic Man Jumps 25 Feet From a Bridge to Save a Kid Who was Flung From a Car in a Multi-Vehicle Accident
When Jonathan Bauer and his 13-year-old daughter chose to take the longer but more picturesque way home from work, he had no idea what was about to happen, or what heroic part he would play in it. However, he was engaged in a multi-vehicle incident when he crossed the Assawoman Bay bridge in Ocean City, Maryland. At a news conference, Bauer said, "The first thing I … [Read more...] about A Heroic Man Jumps 25 Feet From a Bridge to Save a Kid Who was Flung From a Car in a Multi-Vehicle Accident
Most People Won’t Be Able to Spot The Dog Hidden in This Image, But Can You?
Humans have long been attracted by optical illusions. Any photograph with a surprising element qualifies. It might be a sketch, painting, or photograph that conceals one or more details. Or an image that radically transforms its meaning when turned upside down. Essentially, the writers build them to "trick" our sight in some way. Let's try if you can solve this type of … [Read more...] about Most People Won’t Be Able to Spot The Dog Hidden in This Image, But Can You?