It is no secret that the world is heating up. Drought is one of the many negative consequences of climate change. Summer 2022 has been unusually dry in some areas. Long-obscured archaeological and historical treasures are emerging as the waters of rivers and reservoirs recede. Among these are three 600-year-old Buddhist statues that were previously submerged on Foyeliang, an … [Read more...] about Drought Exposes 600-Year-Old Buddhist Statues on China’s Yangtze River
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France Euthanizes a Beluga Whale that Became Stranded in The Seine River
Officials have verified that a beluga whale rescued after being stranded in France's Seine River for more than a week perished while on its way to the sea. Since August 2, the whale has been trapped in the freshwater lock at St.-Pierre-La-Garenne, 45 miles northwest of Paris. According to wildlife conservation organizations monitoring the situation, its health deteriorated … [Read more...] about France Euthanizes a Beluga Whale that Became Stranded in The Seine River
Beluga Whale Seen Missing, Miles From Arctic Home, In French River
It's unheard of to see a beluga this far south. An beluga whale, which is often found in the frigid seas of the Arctic, was observed traveling up the Seine in France, hundreds of miles from where it normally lives. Officials are already concerned that the whale is underweight, which raises more worries about its wellbeing since it appears that it is quite lost. According … [Read more...] about Beluga Whale Seen Missing, Miles From Arctic Home, In French River
A Stray Dog Locates and Secures a Blind Elderly Woman Along The River
Dogs are some of the most amazing creatures on the planet. They're intelligent, affectionate, and humorous, and they're fiercely devoted and protective of those they care about. Two canines in Nepal took their role as defenders to the next level. Photos circulating the internet show these two canines shielding a defenseless woman. Ake Srisuwan shared two images of the … [Read more...] about A Stray Dog Locates and Secures a Blind Elderly Woman Along The River
Tigris River Recedes Due To Drought, Exposing A 3,400-Year-Old City
Some of the first civilizations were born thousands of years ago along the banks of the Tigris and Euphrates rivers. The rivers carved out the Fertile Crescent, a land of prosperous trade routes, abundant farmland, and great towns. These antiquated Mesopotamian remains may still be seen today in Iraq, Iran, and other Near Eastern countries. A severe drought is currently … [Read more...] about Tigris River Recedes Due To Drought, Exposing A 3,400-Year-Old City