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Photographer Startled By A Lion’s Roar, Captured By Its Smile
Photographer Gren Sowerby was seated in a safari vehicle in Kenya’s Maasai Mara, intent on capturing images of a lion…
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Unveiling the Truth: The Science Behind Komodo Dragons’ Venomous Bite
For decades, scientists believed a Komodo dragon’s deadly bite was caused by a mouth teeming with lethal bacteria. This long-held…
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Enigmatic Flora: The Remarkable Dragon Blood Trees of Socotra
The Socotra archipelago sits off the coast of Yemen in the Arabian Sea. It’s an isolated realm with harsh winds…
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Ocean Surprise: Documenting the Elusive Anglerfish in Broad Daylight
A gentle wind stirred the deck of the vessel Glaucus as marine photographer David Jara Bogunyà readied his underwater camera.…
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2032 collision? The asteroid that launched a global defense effort
Only a few days after Christmas 2024, astronomers identified an asteroid that could test humanity’s ability to protect itself. Known…
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Tea time, lifetime: Science-backed reasons to keep on steeping
There’s a quiet revolution taking place at the bottom of a teacup. It’s one that has fascinated researchers around the…
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What was the Orient Express like? A journey through luxury, mystery, and history
The Orient Express was more than just a train; it symbolized luxury and adventure. Beginning its journey in 1883, this…
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Angora Rabbit Care Guide: Ensuring Health and Happiness for the World’s Fluffiest Bunny
Angora rabbits hold a special place in the world of domesticated pets, renowned for their extraordinarily soft fur and endearing…
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