Jim Hobson, a 19-year-old resident of Battle Ground, Washington, was water skiing on Yale Reservoir at Saddle Dam Park on May 18, 1980, when Mount St. Helens erupted in the background. The iconic photo captured a surreal blend of thrill and nature's dramatic display, forever marking that day in history. Hobson and his friends, Robert, Ralph, and Dave, had been camping and … [Read more...] about A Day of Water Skiing Turns Historic Amid Mount St. Helens Eruption
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Optical Illusions and the Tricks of Perspective
The most circulated image right now demonstrates how optical illusions work and are simply a matter of choosing certain angles. This captivating visual is sparking curiosity and confusion across the internet, offering a prime example of how our perception can be easily fooled. This is how confusing perspective messes with your mind. At first glance, the image may seem to … [Read more...] about Optical Illusions and the Tricks of Perspective
The Phoenix Rises! The Northern Lights Take on the Form of the Legendary Bird Over Iceland
Incredible photographs of the aurora borealis over Iceland capture the moment they formed the outline of a phoenix, a legendary bird from ancient mythology. These stunning images reveal the lights taking on the near-perfect shape of the fire-breathing creature, captivating stargazers with their beauty. Photographer Hallgrimur P Helgason, who snapped the breathtaking scene … [Read more...] about The Phoenix Rises! The Northern Lights Take on the Form of the Legendary Bird Over Iceland
South Korea Passes Law To End Sale And Slaughter Of Dog Meat By 2027
The change reflects the different attitudes to eating dog meat between the older and younger generations. South Korea has announced a new law to end the sale and slaughter of dogs for their meat by 2027, marking a significant shift in cultural practices and reflecting changing attitudes between generations. As of 2023, South Korea is home to approximately 1,600 dog meat … [Read more...] about South Korea Passes Law To End Sale And Slaughter Of Dog Meat By 2027
If you see this growing in your yard, don’t destroy it under any circumstances
I think it’s fair to say that the majority of us have got so used to buying our groceries in stores that we’ve forgotten the huge offerings readily provided by Mother Nature. Go out in the right forest during the right season and you can find all sorts of wonders waiting to be picked (please proceed with extreme caution while foraging things like mushroom). Indeed, there … [Read more...] about If you see this growing in your yard, don’t destroy it under any circumstances