Led by Sir David Attenborough, "Secret World Of Sound" shines a light on the often ignored noises of nature, which for many animals are the key to survival, as they face life and death decisions on a daily basis. At 97, Sir David Attenborough is a man still happy to crawl on his belly through wet grass to get his shot. For his latest Sky Nature project, "Secret World Of … [Read more...] about David Attenborough at 97: ‘He still works harder than most of us – seven days a week’
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If the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World still existed today
When embarking on a journey of exploration today, our first instinct is often to turn to the boundless trove of information available at our fingertips. Websites like TripAdvisor and a myriad of other online resources offer us advice, insights, and captivating images that fuel our wanderlust. However, before the digital age, the intrepid traveler had no such luxuries. Ancient … [Read more...] about If the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World still existed today
Arachnophobe Milks 1.2 Million Spiders Over Seven Years to Create Golden Silk Cape
Fashion and history enthusiast Nicholas Godley has teamed up with British art and textiles expert Simon Peers to create a seven-year project to produce a golden spider silk cape. The project took place in Madagascar and involved milking 1.2 million spiders, a feat that required a team of 80 people. The spiders used in the project were Golden Orb spiders, which are the only … [Read more...] about Arachnophobe Milks 1.2 Million Spiders Over Seven Years to Create Golden Silk Cape
Senior Dog With “Teddy Bear Face” Is Confused About His Seven Returns To The Shelter
“He kept getting passed over again and again...” Meet Martin, a senior dog who was abandoned by his aging family and was in dire need of a home. When Martin first came to the SPCA of Wake County, he was about ten years old. Martin's father loved him very much, but he was no longer able to take care of him. According to Samantha Ranlet, a marketing communications expert … [Read more...] about Senior Dog With “Teddy Bear Face” Is Confused About His Seven Returns To The Shelter
Corky, A Killer Whale That Lived At SeaWorld For 48 Years, Has Been Labeled The World’s Saddest Orca After Losing Seven Babies
Corky the killer whale, who has spent 48 years of his life in a concrete tank the size of an Olympic swimming pool at SeaWorld, has been dubbed the "saddest whale in the world" after losing all of her babies during the inbreeding program, according to the Daily Star. She was rescued from the wild in 1969, but she didn't join SeaWorld in San Diego until 1987. Although the … [Read more...] about Corky, A Killer Whale That Lived At SeaWorld For 48 Years, Has Been Labeled The World’s Saddest Orca After Losing Seven Babies