Fossilized Flowers From Greenland Reveal It Was a Green Tundra Less Than 1 Million Years Ago
A groundbreaking study published in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences reveals that Greenland was not always a frozen wasteland. Less than 1 million years ago, the center of Greenland was a green tundra, as indicated by fossilized biological materials discovered in ...
Artist Explores the Theme of Trust Through Poignant Hand-Sculpted Animal Forms
In her latest exhibition, Trust, artist Beth Cavener delves into the theme of trust through intricately crafted animal sculptures that resonate with deep human emotions. Displayed at the Carpenters Workshop Gallery in Los Angeles, her pieces reflect the fractures in modern society ...
Patagonia Helping to Revolutionize California’s Farms with $1 Million Grant
Patagonia is helping revolutionize California’s farming industry through a $1 million grant, supporting the transition to organic and regenerative farming in Ventura County, an area known for its vast agricultural output. Industrial agriculture in this region has caused significant ...
This Couple Bought a 19th-Century Schoolhouse for $210,000 and Made It Their Family Home—Take a Look Inside
Danielle and Kreg Jones, a couple with a passion for historic architecture and home renovation, turned a 19th-century schoolhouse into their family home. In 2021, after five years of searching, they found the North Weare Schoolhouse in New Hampshire. The building, listed on the National ...
Triangular Wooden Cabin Unfolds On River’s Shore Near Alps as a Fishermen’s Retreat
The Kanna cabin, designed by Laure Friès, serves as a serene fishermen’s retreat along the shores of the Marlens’ water body near the Alps. Its triangular design, standing at 4.5 meters tall, allows anglers an optimal vantage point for fishing, all while blending harmoniously ...
Massive Flower Carpet Covers Brussels’ Beautiful Grand Place With Colorful Blooms
In August 2024, Brussels again dazzled tourists and locals with its biannual flower carpet tradition, covering the Grand Place with a stunning display of colorful blooms. The 2024 edition, designed by visual artist Océane Cornille, was a breathtaking spectacle spanning 1,680 square ...
Photographer Captures a Tiny Crimson Sunbird Bathing in a Banana Flower Petal Pool
Award-winning photographer Rahul Singh has captured an extraordinary moment in nature, where a tiny female Crimson Sunbird is seen bathing in the petal of a banana flower. This remarkable scene, set in Jalpaiguri, India, shows how small creatures, like the 10 cm long Sunbird, interact ...
Wall-Mounted Animal Lamps Bring a Touch of the Wild Indoors
Wall-mounted animal lamps by Uncle Lucas Studio bring a touch of the wild indoors, merging nature and art in unique, playful ways. Inspired by a variety of animals, these lamps are more than just functional lighting; they are statement pieces that evoke the outdoors. Crafted with ...
High Schoolers Surprise School Custodian by Gifting Him His Dream Car
Francis Apraku, a custodian at James Madison High School in Vienna, Virginia, had a simple dream of owning a Jeep Wrangler. Known for his kindness and positive spirit, he had become a beloved figure among the students. When some freshmen learned that Apraku, who had immigrated to ...
