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When the Moon Turned Red: Witnessing the Blood Moon of September 2025
On the night of September 7, 2025, I found myself gazing upward, waiting for the Moon to change. Slowly, as Earth aligned perfectly between the Sun and the Moon, our planet’s shadow crept across its glowing surface. The Moon dimmed, then deepened into a rich, coppery red.
By Ian Munene5 months ago in Earth
Amazing Animals Kenya
The East African country of Kenya meets up with the Indian Ocean on one side. It borders Tanzania on the southwest, Uganda on the west, South Sudan and Ethiopia to the north, and Somalia to the east.
By Rasma Raisters5 months ago in Earth
Down by the River
There are over 100,000 animal and plant species living in rivers. The Mississippi River has over one hundred species of fish.
By Rasma Raisters5 months ago in Earth
Strange and Unusual Plants
Belladonna, or deadly nightshade, is a very toxic herb that, when eaten, causes delirium, hallucinations, and eventually death. The name of the plant translates to “beautiful lady.” During the medieval period women used the juice of the berries to dilate their pupils to appear more attractive. Belladonna has also been the poison of choice throughout history and literature, and its reputation led to the belief that witches could use it to fly. The plant belongs to the Solanaceae family, which also includes tomatoes, potatoes, and eggplants. This highly poisonous plant is native to wooded or waste areas in central and southern Eurasia. The plant has dull green leaves, violet or greenish flowers, sweet shiny black berries, and a large tapering root.
By Rasma Raisters5 months ago in Earth
The Mysterious Night Parrot: From Extinction’s Shadow to Rediscovery
In the vast and often unforgiving landscapes of Australia, there lives a bird so elusive that for over a century it was believed extinct. The night parrot (Pezoporus occidentalis) is one of the world’s rarest and most mysterious birds, cloaked in secrecy and survival. Long hidden in the arid interior, its ghostly reputation made it a legend among ornithologists and bird enthusiasts alike.
By Briar Rose5 months ago in Earth
Wildfire Mitigation in Utilities
Wildfires have become one of the most pressing environmental and safety challenges of our time. Rising global temperatures, prolonged droughts, and extreme weather patterns are driving an increase in the frequency and intensity of wildfires. For utilities—companies responsible for delivering electricity, gas, and water—these fires present not only an operational hazard but also a major public safety issue. As utilities are often cited as a source of ignition in some of the most destructive wildfires, the industry is under mounting pressure to strengthen its wildfire mitigation strategies.
By Briar Rose5 months ago in Earth
September 7–8, 2025 Lunar Eclipse: Blood Moon Visibility, Date, and Viewing Guide
A Night to Remember On the night of September 7–8, 2025, the sky will stage one of its most breathtaking shows—a total lunar eclipse. For skywatchers across Asia, Africa, Australia, and parts of Europe, the full Moon will slip into Earth’s shadow and transform into a deep reddish orb, commonly called a Blood Moon. Unlike fleeting shooting stars or rare comets, a lunar eclipse unfolds slowly, giving everyone plenty of time to soak in the moment.
By MS Pulse5 months ago in Earth
Turning Plastic Waste into Fuel: The Role of Plastic Pyrolysis Oil
The world is facing an ever-growing plastic waste crisis. With millions of tons of plastic ending up in landfills, oceans, and waterways every year, the environmental impact is undeniable. Traditional waste management methods are no longer sufficient to tackle this global issue, which has led to the rise of innovative technologies that can recycle plastic waste into valuable resources.
By Bestonpyrolysis5 months ago in Earth
The Real-Life Monsters That Inspired Legends — and They're Still Alive. AI-Generated.
When Legends Have a Pulse We grow up hearing about mythical creatures — terrifying monsters, winged beasts, slimy horrors hiding in the dark. Dragons, sea serpents, ghostly shadows, and creatures too strange to be real. But sometimes, reality comes eerily close. Some of the most bizarre and legendary animals that populate ancient stories weren’t entirely made up. In fact, many real creatures inspired those myths — and some of them are still alive today.
By Secret5 months ago in Earth
The Animals That Turn Trash Into Treasure — Literally. AI-Generated.
Nature’s Upcyclers In a world overflowing with waste, some animals have learned to turn what’s discarded into something useful — or even beautiful. While humans struggle to manage our trash, these creatures have been quietly upcycling for millions of years. They don’t see debris as clutter. They see opportunity. Whether it’s for protection, camouflage, or attracting a mate, certain animals go out of their way to collect, repurpose, and showcase the objects others leave behind.
By Secret5 months ago in Earth
The Smartest Animals You've Never Heard Of. AI-Generated.
Intelligence Hiding in Plain Sight When people think of smart animals, the usual names come up — chimpanzees, dolphins, elephants, maybe a few clever dogs. We love ranking animals by how closely their minds resemble ours. But the truth is, intelligence in the animal kingdom isn’t limited to primates or pets. In fact, some of the most brilliant animals are the ones nobody talks about.
By Secret5 months ago in Earth
Too Cute to Be Real: Tiny Animals That Look Like Candy, Toys, or Cartoons. AI-Generated.
When Nature Designs in Kawaii Mode Some animals are so tiny, so round, and so absurdly adorable that they look like they were designed by a toy company rather than by evolution. Their eyes are oversized, their bodies puffed like marshmallows, and their colors sometimes look airbrushed. You’d be forgiven for thinking they’re animated characters or squishy keychain mascots — but every one of them is completely real, completely wild, and completely unedited by human hands.
By Secret5 months ago in Earth