Maps can be deceiving, especially when it comes to portraying vast regions. Take Greenland and Iceland, for instance. A quick glance at most maps might lead you to believe Iceland sits east of Greenland. But surprise! Greenland holds the geographical oddity of being farther east, west, north, and south than its icy neighbor. This unusual fact becomes clear when examining a … [Read more...] about Greenland is farther north, south, east and west than Iceland
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David Attenborough at 97: ‘He still works harder than most of us – seven days a week’
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’
Fruit to be stripped from trees at more than 2,000 California homes, state says. Why?
The California Department of Food and Agriculture has announced a significant initiative involving the removal of fruit from trees at more than 2,000 homes in Redlands, San Bernardino County. This large-scale fruit removal, scheduled to commence in late January, is a proactive measure to address the threat posed by the Oriental fruit fly, an invasive insect species. The … [Read more...] about Fruit to be stripped from trees at more than 2,000 California homes, state says. Why?
A Tropical Paradise: Private Island in Nicaragua Offers Ultimate Solitude for Less Than a London Flat
Imagine owning your very own private island, a secluded haven surrounded by the clear turquoise waters of the Caribbean Sea. Now, picture this dreamy escape not breaking the bank but actually costing less than the average flat in bustling London. Welcome to Iguana Island, a volcanic oasis in Central America, offering ultimate solitary luxury at the surprisingly reasonable price … [Read more...] about A Tropical Paradise: Private Island in Nicaragua Offers Ultimate Solitude for Less Than a London Flat
Texas Might Be Home To Woolly Mammoths Sooner Than You Think
Deep Ellum, Texas, might soon host an unexpected resident – the woolly mammoth. Colossal Biosciences, a pioneering de-extinction company, has set an ambitious goal of bringing a living, breathing mammoth to their Texas facility by 2028. Ben Lamm, the founder of Colossal Biosciences, explains the company's approach to de-extinction and species preservation. The process … [Read more...] about Texas Might Be Home To Woolly Mammoths Sooner Than You Think