When a giant, dolphin-like animal washed ashore a
beach in Otago, New Zealand, locals alerted the
Department of Conservation (DOC). Upon arrival, the
experts realized the 16-foot (5-meter) mammal was
no dolphin. It was a spade-toothed whale, the rarest
whale species known to science....
Read news articleSince early January 2025, multiple large wildfires
have erupted in and around Los Angeles (LA),
California, tearing through dry vegetation and
destroying entire neighborhoods. As of January 15,
2025, more than 12,000 homes, businesses,
schools, and other structures have been destroyed.
At least 25 people have died, and more than 100,......
Read news articleKasanka National Park in Zambia, Africa, is home to
an unlikely natural phenomenon — the world’s
largest mammal migration. Each year, from October
to December, millions of straw-colored fruit bats
from across Africa converge on this evergreen
swamp forest. These nocturnal mammals spend
their nights feasting on wild fruits in the surroundi......
Read news articleFor many in the United States, Christmas is a time
for baking and decorating cookies, finding the
perfect gifts for loved ones, and rewatching beloved
classics like Elf and Home Alone. However, Christmas
traditions vary greatly from country to country. Here
are some unique and fascinating holiday customs
from around the world....
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