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Good news for the Great Barrier Reef: Scientists discovered a detached coral reef taller than the Eiffel Tower, the first discovery like this in 100 years. (1) A Coral Reef Taller Than the Eiffel Tower To say this newly discovered coral reef is big is an understatement: It is nearly 500 meters tall and 1.5 […]
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A study published in the Biological Journal of the Linnean Society shows that different species are evolving into crabs and have been for quite a long time. This new discovery will help scientists better understand evolution and how it works. (1) Different Species Evolving Into Crabs There are various types of crabs in the world, […]
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As climate change continues to progress and our world gradually gets warmer, changes are occurring in ecosystems across the earth. Nowhere is this change more evident than in the earth’s poles. In 2018, researchers successfully revived two species of frozen worms from melting permafrost in Siberia. These worms are now awake, after being frozen for […]
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Petting zoos can be a really fun experience and creates long-lasting memories. However, there are certain animals that probably shouldn’t be petted. Especially big endangered cats. For 50-year-old, Dwight Turner, this became all too much of a reality for him. Located in Davie, very near Fort Lauderdale, Florida, resides in an animal sanctuary. On August […]
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Piracy is the practice of robbing another ship at sea. It can also be used to describe stealing in other contexts like hijacking, or “air piracy”. River piracy, however, is a very new concept. Until four years ago, no one had ever documented it in modern times. In May 2016, the Slims River in Canada’s […]
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An asteroid named after the ancient Egyptian god of chaos is hurtling through space and is making its way towards earth. Scientists predict that the Apophis asteroid may even collide with our planet in 2068. This is what we know so far. (1) Apophis Asteroid Headed for Earth In 2004, researchers from the University of […]
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There are quite a few laws and regulations that a lot of people disagree with. Of course, you’ve probably never heard of a law that makes it illegal to die. Located in Longyearbyen in Norway’s Svalbard Islands, the community has a law that makes it illegal to be buried when you die. Even though this […]
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What was once a popular destination for the wealthy and famous people of Argentina is now known as The Town That Drowned. Completely flooded with water, today stands only ruins – and one resident who returned nearly 25 years later. (1) Villa Epecuén: The Town that Drowned Along the shore of the salty Lago Epecuén […]
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Another mega-tsunami is brewing in Alaska, and it could happen sooner than we think. Scientists warn that this catastrophic event could occur in the next two decades – and even within the next 12 months. (1) Alaskan Ice Melt To Cause a Mega Tsunami A landslide of rock has been left unstable because of glacier melting […]
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Luxury has redefined itself over the years, especially when it comes to resorts. Have you ever had the opportunity to step into a heated waterfall swimming hole before? Located in Columbus, Ohio, The Cliffs at Hocking Hills has one! Move over Glamping, This stunning and newly restored lodge can accommodate up to 18 guests for […]
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The world’s largest solar farm is currently in the preliminary stages and is to be built close to the heart of the Australian Outback. The twist? The energy produced from that farm isn’t going to power Australia, it’s going to be shuttled across the ocean to Singapore. The World’s Largest Solar Farm Coming to the […]
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A rare dual sex songbird has been discovered at the Carnegie Museum of Natural History’s Powdermill Nature Reserve in Pennsylvania. This once-in-a-lifetime bird sighting is as beautiful as it is rare. (1) Dual Sex Songbird Spreads Its Wings The Rose-Breasted Grosbeak is a gorgeous bird whether it is a female or male. The way you […]