As the venerable Indianapolis Motor Speedway underwent recent repaving endeavors, a seemingly unassuming cylindrical core sample was extracted from its storied surface. What emerged from this unassuming piece of track is nothing short of a captivating tapestry of automotive history, an artifact encapsulating 108 years of resurfacing and evolution. This unique amalgamation of … [Read more...] about Unveiling the Tapestry of Time: 108 Years of Indy 500 History Preserved in IMS Track Sample
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World’s Oldest Water Found at Bottom of Canadian Mine – It’s 2 Billion Years Old
But Don't Take a Sip! In a remote corner of a Canadian mine lies an astonishing revelation - the oldest water ever discovered on Earth. Plunging to a staggering depth of approximately 3 kilometers (1.8 miles), this ancient aqua dates back a mind-boggling 2 billion years. Cast your mind back to 2013, when the same intrepid team of researchers unearthed water that could be … [Read more...] about World’s Oldest Water Found at Bottom of Canadian Mine – It’s 2 Billion Years Old
First Extinction Alert Issued In 70 Years For Rarest Marine Mammal On Earth
In the intricate web of life that adorns our planet, the harrowing specter of extinction casts its shadow over an increasing number of its inhabitants. Among the ranks of imperiled creatures, the vaquita, a diminutive marine mammal known for its elusive nature, stands as a poignant symbol of the crisis gripping our oceans. With a population now teetering on the brink of … [Read more...] about First Extinction Alert Issued In 70 Years For Rarest Marine Mammal On Earth
Shar-Pei abandoned at train station with suitcase of belongings – five years later he’s loving his forever home
Thought the vast majority of us think of our pets as family, and so wouldn’t dream of doing them physical or emotional harm, there are those, sadly who are otherwise orientated. Five years ago, a dog named Kai was dumped at a train station in Scotland with a suitcase full of his favorite toys and personal items. The reason? His owner had tried and failed to sell him … [Read more...] about Shar-Pei abandoned at train station with suitcase of belongings – five years later he’s loving his forever home
Dog missing for three years finally found, reunites with family
It’s always heartbreaking when a beloved dog goes missing, but it’s important to not lose hope: sometimes pets are found months or even years after they disappeared. That was the case recently, when a family had a happy reunion with a dog who went missing three years ago. In 2020, Rex and Britnee Smith were devastated after their two pit bulls Jack and Jill ran away from … [Read more...] about Dog missing for three years finally found, reunites with family