Studies have found that thanks to their genetic mutations, the Sherpa people, who have been living in the high altitudes of the Himalayas for centuries, have developed ‘superhuman’ qualities as mountain climbers. The Sherpa are a Nepali ethnic group who migrated to the mountainous regions of Nepal 500 years ago from Tibet. Today, they are well-known for being among the … [Read more...] about The Sherpa People of the Himalayas Have Evolved to Be Superhuman Mountain Climbers
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People Are Sharing Visually Appealing Photos of the Life Cycles of Berries
We all know that nature is beautiful, but if you ever needed a reminder, just check out Twitter. It's there that @AlfieDaye shared an astonishing photo of a blackberry's lifecycle. In one visually appealing image, Alfie is able to remind us just how incredible nature really is. By meticulously laying out the growth of a blackberry, from bud to flower to fruit, he's taken us … [Read more...] about People Are Sharing Visually Appealing Photos of the Life Cycles of Berries
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?
Drone footage captures incredibly rare images of uncontacted people who are cut off from entire world
The footage in question appears to show them attempting to shoot down the drones with bows and arrows Remarkable drone footage has surfaced, capturing incredibly rare images of uncontacted people who are cut off from the entire world. The footage appears to show them attempting to shoot down the drones with bows and arrows, offering a rare glimpse into their secluded … [Read more...] about Drone footage captures incredibly rare images of uncontacted people who are cut off from entire world
Fascinating history of the Mangbetu people who stretched their own skulls
Babies' heads are known for being incredibly fragile, but rather than being extra sensitive with their youngsters, the Mangbetu people used this fragility in a unique way. Central Africa's Mangbetu people, located south of the Zande people in northeastern Congo, with the term "Mangbetu" specifically referring to the community's aristocracy. The Mangbetu established … [Read more...] about Fascinating history of the Mangbetu people who stretched their own skulls