When it comes to Earth’s history, certain events stand out for their more profound impact on the development of life. One of these events occurred over a billion years ago; the merging of a marine bacteria with an algae host, eventually giving ri…
Who planted a giant smiley face of trees?
The world is full of wonderful anomalies. Human-made ones are particularly fun, from upside-down houses to boats made of mushrooms, to a smiley face of trees on the woodsy hillside of Polk City. Passersby are compelled to ask the same questions: Who did this? And how did they even think of this? The yellow smiley…
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Terrified Woman Finds Huge Spider Hiding In Her Car Door Handle
Everyone has had their fair share of horrifying spider encounters. Usually always happening when we least expect it. Sometimes they can be pretty manageable and you can maneuver them out of your house. However, there are other times where killing it might be the ultimate solution. If you’re in Australia, you might actually have some…
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Sleeping Whales: Photographer Reveals What Whales Look Like When They Snooze
Humans, dogs, cats, and many other mammals sleep in similar ways. We lay down, close our eyes, and drift off into dreamland. Aquatic animals, however, can’t just lay down on the ocean floor, so how do they rest? In a rare photo of sleeping whales, a photographer revealed how these massive cetaceans get some shut-eye,…
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Frost moon shines down on Europe ahead of super cold week
The sighting of a Frost Moon over Europe predicts the first major snowstorm of winter over the continent. The “Frost Moon” is the November full moon that appears for about two or three days. It’s also known as Beaver Moon or Mourning Moon, named by Native American groups who use moon cycles to track seasons….
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Stunning lion shows off incredible mane at sanctuary
There have been some pretty famous lions, both real and fictional, over the years. A new lion named Moyo has joined their ranks, albeit for a different: His fabulous hair. Moya’s lion mane might just go down as the most beautiful in history. (1) The Most Luscious Lion Mane the World Has Ever Seen Mayo…
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Diver gets the fright of his life after spotting giant crocodile swimming next to him in Australia
A diver in Australia caught on camera one of the most frightening yet incredible experiences of his life: Swimming in the ocean with a giant crocodile. Man Swims With Giant Crocodile On October 26th, Chris Burnham went on a routine free dive with some other diver friends off the coast of Arnhem Land in the…
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UN Official warns of “famines of biblical proportions” in 2021
2020 has been a difficult year for a lot of us. Sadly, for many people around the world, next year isn’t looking much better. According to the Head of the United Nations World Food Program (WFP), famines in 2021 are going to reach an unprecedented level. Without adequate funds, millions of people will face starvation….
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A mysterious object will come so close to Earth, but scientists don’t know what it is
A mysterious object is about to pass by earth, and scientists still don’t know what it is. The object, which astronomers are calling “2020 SO”, will be cruising past our planet at a very close (but still safe) distance. Astronomers are hoping that when it does, they’ll be able to get a better look at…
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‘It’s working!’ Video shows animals using wildlife bridge to safely cross interstate
A lot of money goes into wildlife protection and conservation. It’s incredible when that investment pays off. A video of a wildlife bridge in Utah shows that our efforts to make the world safer for animals hasn’t gone unnoticed. (1) Video Shows Wildlife Bridge in Utah Working In December 2018, Utah built its first wildlife…
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Two new mammals discovered in Australia
The country known for its biodiversity just became even more so. Two new mammals were discovered in Australia – and now, the race is on to protect them. (1) Two New Mammals Discovered in Australia A fluffy, possum-sized, long-tailed marsupial called the Great Glider lives in the forests of Eastern Australia. Named for the way…
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You Can Go “Creeking” For Colorful Crystals In For Only $12
Creeking may not sound glamorous, but if you do it successfully, you can walk away with some unique treasures. The Emerald Hollow Mine is the only mine in the world that is open to the public for prospecting. People from across the country travel to the site to sift through the sand in hopes of…
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STEVE may be even less like typical auroras than scientists thought
Most of us have heard of the Aurora Borealis, otherwise known as the Northern Lights. Every year people travel to remote northern locations in the Yukon, Alaska, Greenland and Iceland to see this magnificent display of lights. There is, however, another atmospheric light show that you may be less familiar with: STEVE. Short for Strong…
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A Secret Forest Grew for Millennia in North America Without Anyone Noticing
There is a secret forest in Southern Ontario, Canada, that has been hiding in plain sight. Growing on the cliffs of the Niagara escarpment, the trees’ precarious positioning has left them completely untouched by humans, despite being mere minutes away from bustling urban areas. One ecologist found the ancient forest accidentally, and was so shocked…
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