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Look Up
We don’t look up enough. We take the world around us for granted sometimes, and we don’t see the beauty in what we are surrounded by. In all the hustle and bustle, evening appointments, heading to or from work, taking the dog out, taking the trash to the curb, outside, smoking a cigarette (😵💫) or sitting around a fire.
Colleen WaltersPublished 19 days ago in EarthEvery Day's a School Day
British spelling The Universe is mind-boggling. <><><> Question 1: What is our planet doing, and where is it going? <><><>
A B ForbesPublished 2 months ago in EarthThe Promise of Decentralized Cities
I grew up on a small peninsula in the North Sea in Germany. From there, I went to live in Berlin for 1 year. From a place with more sheep than people to the most-populated city in Europe.
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Flight
I’ve only heard stories about it, the Winter home. They say that there, the sun is brighter and hotter, that the very trees sweat with her closeness. They say the leaves are the size of five nests together, and the ground is dense with thick and tangled greenery. They say I will not be able to walk there, that I must only fly, because there are many more predators than I have ever seen before.
Water Walkers
Lake Superior is a big lake. Some say it is an inland Sea. My Anishinabe people call it Gitchigama or the Great Sea. Lake Superior is a very large body of water that some people consider to be an inland sea. It is the largest freshwater lake in the world by surface area and the third-largest by volume, holding 10% of the world’s surface fresh water. It has a coastline of nearly 10,000 miles and spans across the border between Canada and the United States1. It is also home to many fish species, islands, and shipwrecks23. The name Lake Superior comes from the French term le lac supérieur, meaning the upper lake, because it is above Lake Huron4. However, the Ojibwe people who live around the lake call it gichi-gami, meaning great sea4. This name reflects the lake’s immense size and power, as well as its cultural and spiritual significance for the Ojibwe people. Quote from Microsoft Bing
Denise E LindquistPublished 7 months ago in EarthIt's Getting Hot In Here
Our boiling planet bubbled into more concerning areas and a new unofficial hottest day on record was set. Are scientists correct? Is this a clear sign of how pollutants released into our world are warming our environment?
Jason Ray MortonPublished 9 months ago in EarthWhat's in the Air?
Some people say not to worry about the air; Some people never had experience with...air... - ''Air'' - Talking Heads I wonder about what David Byrne and the rest of the band would make of the Sunday that just passed in my adopted hometown/province. Perhaps they would have reminded us that the song was a warning about what can happen when you do not pay attention to what is happening around you:
Kendall DefoePublished 9 months ago in EarthUnderstanding Marine Heatwaves
Marine heatwaves are periods of persistent warming ocean temperatures, which can have significant impacts on marine life as well as coastal areas and economies. Science teams at NOAA’s Physical Sciences Lab are working to understand marine heatwaves and how to predict them in advance.
Jason Ray MortonPublished 9 months ago in Earth
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HUMAN THINKING
Human thinking is a complex and multifaceted process that sets us apart from other species on Earth. It encompasses a wide range of cognitive activities, from simple decision-making to creative problem-solving. Our ability to think critically and analytically allows us to navigate the challenges of everyday life, explore new ideas, and make sense of the world around us.
Ogunwomoju ademola oluwafemiPublished about 2 hours ago in EarthNVIDIA Releases a Major Update to the Isaac Robotics Platform and the Project GR00T Foundation Model for Humanoid Robots.
Developers Can Now Access the Jetson Thor Robot Computer, CUDA-Accelerated Perception and Manipulation Libraries, Generative AI Foundation Models, and Robot Training Simulator through the Isaac Robotics Platform.
Mohammad Shakhawat HossainPublished about 3 hours ago in EarthUnveiling the Marvels of the Rock Cycle
Have you ever paused to ponder the origins of rocks, those seemingly immutable structures that shape our world? Today, let's embark on a captivating expedition into the depths of the Earth's crust to unravel the enigmatic processes that govern the rock cycle. Join me as we delve into the fascinating realm of the three primary rock types - igneous, sedimentary, and metamorphic - each with its distinct formation mechanisms and transformative capabilities.
Sanjana DixitPublished about 5 hours ago in EarthThe New Largest Star in the Universe 2024
The New Largest Star in the Universe 2024 On a clear, moonless night, above our heads, we can observe thousands of glistening stars. But that's just what we can see with the unaided eye. Observe the galaxy with powerful telescopes, and billions more are revealed. In fact, the Milky Way galaxy alone is estimated to have between 100 to 400 billion stars. And looking even further to our neighboring galaxies and beyond, there are unaccountable amounts more.
Why does water have no taste, odor or color?
Water, the quintessential liquid that sustains life on Earth, holds within its seemingly simple structure a myriad of mysteries waiting to be unveiled. From its colorless, odorless, and tasteless nature to its intricate molecular dance, water continues to captivate scientists and poets alike. In this exploration, we embark on a fascinating journey into the depths of water's enigma, delving deep into its chemistry, physics, and profound significance in the natural world, unraveling the secrets that lie within this remarkable substance.
Sanjana DixitPublished about 10 hours ago in EarthUnraveling Earth's Enigmas
Unraveling Earth's Enigmas: Mysteries of History and Civilization The exploration of Earth's history and human civilization often unveils enigmatic phenomena that challenge our understanding of the world. Despite the expertise of scientists and historians, there remain numerous puzzling mysteries that defy easy explanation. These mysteries span the globe, from Italy to Kenya, Austria to Mexico City, each captivating in its own right.
Mary NgugiPublished about 15 hours ago in EarthExploring the Real-Life Locations of Famous Mythical Places
The lost continent of Atlantis, the beautiful paradise of Shinga, and the majestic Valhalla - these are just some places that are mentioned in folklore or stories that many of us would love to visit. And this is why myths and legends are so fascinating - they are often based on something real. If you've ever wanted to visit a place that you thought only existed in storybooks, then you're in luck. In this article, we will cover 4 mythical places that actually exist.
Abdul Hannan SaifPublished about 15 hours ago in EarthGarden Health 101: Keeping your Garden Thriving and Strong
Here is a more humanized version of the garden care guide: Gardening is truly a labor of love, isn't it? We dream of lush, vibrant gardens bursting with life and color - a testament to the hard work and dedication we pour into caring for our little patch of the outdoors. But creating a garden oasis takes more than just a green thumb. It requires understanding the elements that allow plants to truly thrive.
William Fowler IVPublished about 18 hours ago in Earth
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