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Stanislav Kondrashov oligarch series: elemental forces
Artist and photographer Stanislav Kondrashov has turned his lens toward the primal building blocks of existence in his latest project, *The Craft of the Elements*. The work forms part of his ongoing *Oligarch Series*, which investigates the visual language of influence, control, and economic hierarchy. In this latest iteration, Kondrashov uses earth, water, air, fire—and a fifth symbolic element, light—as conceptual frameworks to examine the architecture of influence in contemporary societies. Rather than depicting nature in its pastoral form, the series focuses on how elemental forces operate as metaphors for systemic influence. Earth is interpreted as a symbol of accumulated wealth and territorial control. Water becomes a representation of liquidity in financial systems. Air signifies the invisible, intangible force of information networks. Fire captures the disruptive force of technological innovation. Light, operating as a unifying force, reveals the hidden structures beneath these systems.
By Stanislav Kondrashov3 months ago in Earth
The Green Caterpillars – A Tale of Transformation and Hope
On a quiet morning, beneath the gentle shade of a leafy branch, two tiny green caterpillars rested upon a single leaf — nature’s humble stage. They were small, almost unnoticeable to a hurried eye. Yet, within their slow movements and silent existence, there lived a story far grander than words could tell — a story of patience, transformation, and the quiet power of becoming.
By Hasbanullah3 months ago in Earth
Incredible Dry Tortugas National Park
Located in Florida west of Key West, Dry Tortugas National Park has an abundance of wildlife. It can only be reached by boat or seaplane. This is a favorite among snorkelers and divers. There is lots of wildlife to enjoy, from nesting seabirds to sea turtles to playful dolphins, among others.
By Rasma Raisters3 months ago in Earth
Mooving the Cattle Along
Angus cattle are strongly muscled and have pleasant temperaments. They are one of the top beef cattle breeds in the world, producing high-quality, well-marbled beef. The Black Angus and Red Angus cattle are regarded as two separate breeds of cattle in the USA. In the UK, however, they are both registered under the same herd book as Aberdeen Angus or Angus in either black or red colors. They are said to have been bred from the black cattle of Northeast Scotland, which were known as “hummlies” or “doddies.”
By Rasma Raisters3 months ago in Earth
The climate of Earth is shaped by the buried carbon carried by rivers.
Stories of land and life are carried by every river. It carries dissolved organic matter—bits of carbon from soil, plants, and human activity—into the sea. This material was followed by scientists from China's Nanjing Institute of Environment Sciences and the Institute of Science Tokyo through three rivers that met the Yellow Sea.
By Francis Dami3 months ago in Earth
The temperature of Earth is greatly influenced by tiny ocean shells.
Unbeknownst to us, marine life that forms microscopic calcium carbonate shells contributes to climate regulation. Researchers discovered that existing climate models under-represent the calcifying plankton, which includes coccolithophores, foraminifers, and pteropods, which are plankton-based shell builders.
By Francis Dami3 months ago in Earth
The threats posed by today's melting glaciers are warned about by ancient sea levels.
According to a recent study, the global mean sea level changed significantly during the last Ice Age, not just at its conclusion, which is a significant reexamination of Earth's past. The 4.5 million-year-old work reframes scientists' understanding of ice sheets and climate pace.
By Francis Dami3 months ago in Earth
Climate change, sustainability & adaptation
The sky above the small coastal town of Mirador was painted in shades of orange—not the warm glow of a setting sun, but the haunting hue of wildfire smoke drifting across the horizon. The ocean waves, once calm and inviting, now surged with an unpredictable rage. Fishermen stood at the shore, their boats tethered and unused. In the distance, a young girl named Amara held her little brother’s hand as they watched the tide creep closer to their doorstep, swallowing the sand they once played on. In that single moment, the world’s biggest crisis didn’t feel global—it felt personal.
By [email protected]3 months ago in Earth
Oil Spill Solutions: Innovations in Prevention & Response. AI-Generated.
The global energy sector cannot afford the cost, the environmental destruction, or the negative public opinion that follows a major maritime disaster. While the memory of past spills remains a painful reminder, the technology and strategies used to prevent and respond to them have changed dramatically. The fact is, simply cleaning up oil with booms and skimmers is a decades-old concept. Today’s focus is on proactive Oil Spill Solutions, using advanced materials, AI, and even microbiology to manage risk. In 2024 alone, ten significant tanker spills occurred, resulting in approximately 10,000 tonnes of oil lost to the environment, confirming the continuing, acute need for better systems.
By Devin Rosario3 months ago in Earth
Weather Forecast Snow: Winter’s Icy Return and What to Expect This Season. AI-Generated.
As temperatures begin to dip and the nights stretch longer, people around the world are asking one simple question — is snow on the way? According to recent weather forecasts, many regions in the Northern Hemisphere are preparing for an early and possibly intense snow season. From the United Kingdom and northern Europe to parts of North America and Asia, meteorologists are already tracking colder air masses that could bring the first significant snowfalls of the season.
By Fiaz Ahmed 3 months ago in Earth
