Nature

Hiking Long Distance in the US
The Triple Crown of hiking in the US consists of three trails—the Appalachian Trail, the Pacific Crest Trail, and the Continental Divide Trail. Hikers who complete all three of these trails hold the title of Triple Crowner.
By Rasma Raisters28 days ago in Earth
Across the Great Peaks: From Langtang Valley to Everest’s Highest Passes. AI-Generated.
Nepal is a country shaped by mountains and stories. Snow-covered peaks rise like guardians, rivers flow with quiet strength, and ancient trails carry footsteps from generations past. Trekking here is not only about reaching destinations—it is about slowing down, listening, and learning.
By Alex Winslow30 days ago in Earth
A Peek Into a Smoggy Future
Hey there. Trying to figure out where the air might be toughest to breathe at the end of next year? It’s a forward-looking question, and anyone who gives you a firm list is guessing a bit—we don’t have a crystal ball. But by looking at stubborn, years-long trends and how winter works, we can make a very educated forecast.
By LegacyWords30 days ago in Earth
Where the Sun Learned to Rest
Every evening, when the world began to loosen its grip on noise and hurry, the mountains waited. They did not wait the way humans wait—tapping feet, glancing at clocks, growing restless with impatience. The mountains waited with the deep, unshakable patience of things that had watched oceans arrive and disappear, forests rise and fall, and generations pass like brief breaths. They waited for the sunset.
By Farhad30 days ago in Earth
The Alchemist’s Dawn
The world existed in a state of silvered suspension, a breathless hush where the night had not yet fully surrendered and the day had not yet dared to begin. High in the mist-veiled peaks of the Sierra Nevada, the air was a sharp, crystalline draught that tasted of ancient stone and dormant pine. It was a morning in late 2025, and for Julian, standing on the weathered wooden deck of his cabin, the stillness felt like a cathedral—hallowed, expectant, and impossibly fragile.
By Farhad30 days ago in Earth
Leafs and Raining
The world held its breath, a moment of profound, pregnant silence before the sky tore open. Elias stood at the rain-streaked window of his old, slightly sagging cabin, nestled deep within a valley in the Blue Ridge Mountains. The scent of damp earth, rich compost, and the sharp, clean promise of a coming deluge was a potent, intoxicating note in the chilly air. For weeks, the forest that surrounded him had been a study in vibrant, desperate color: the fiery reds of the maples, the defiant, almost electric golds of the birches, and the deep, resonant oranges and burgundies of the sturdy oaks. Now, the sky above was a bruised, heavy grey, a vast canvas of impending release. A collective shiver seemed to run through the woods, not from a mere drop in temperature, but from a deep, primal anticipation of the event to come. The leaves, brittle and dry after a long, unseasonably warm autumn, began to rustle, a sound that started like distant applause and quickly escalated into a frantic, papery whisper that filled the air.
By Farhad30 days ago in Earth
Holiday Travel Chaos: Storms, Wind, and Fire Danger Slam the U.S. Coast to Coastq. AI-Generated.
Holiday travel across the United States has been thrown into turmoil as severe storms, powerful winds, and heightened fire danger impact large portions of the country. From the West Coast to the East Coast, travelers are facing flight delays, highway closures, power outages, and dangerous weather conditions at one of the busiest travel periods of the year.
By Asad Aliabout a month ago in Earth
Rain Batters Oregon and Southwest Washington as Flood Watches Remain in Effect, Road Closures Hit. AI-Generated.
Relentless rainfall continues to batter Oregon and Southwest Washington, prompting flood watches, road closures, and emergency warnings as rivers swell and urban drainage systems struggle to cope. Weather officials warn that saturated ground, rising waterways, and ongoing storms could worsen conditions, posing risks to drivers, homeowners, and infrastructure across the region.
By Asad Aliabout a month ago in Earth
Beautiful Birds of the Caribbean
Bananaquits are small birds known for their colorful black, white, and yellow plumage. They are agile and energetic with acrobatic skills when it comes to feeding. Their diet consists mainly of nectar, which they skillfully acquire using their curved bills to get the sweet fluid from flowers.
By Rasma Raistersabout a month ago in Earth
Enjoying Animals and Nature
Banks Peninsula Marine Mammal Sanctuary is located in New Zealand. Among the animals here are the endangered Hector’s dolphins. The sanctuary is on the South Island. These dolphins are the smallest of the species and native to this area. To see them, you can book a cruise with the profits going to conservation.
By Rasma Raistersabout a month ago in Earth
When the Earth Woke Gently
Spring did not arrive all at once. It never did. It came quietly, like a careful guest, testing the ground before stepping fully into the world. On this particular morning, the sun rose slowly over a wide meadow bordered by an ancient forest, and with it came the soft promise of warmth, renewal, and life stirring from long sleep.
By Farhadabout a month ago in Earth
The Importance of Rain for Prosperous Farms
⸻ The Importance of Rain for Prosperous Farms Rain is one of the most essential natural resources for agriculture and plays a vital role in the success of farming systems around the world. From nourishing crops to replenishing soil nutrients, rainfall directly impacts farm productivity and food security. Understanding the importance of rain for prosperous farms helps farmers, policymakers, and consumers appreciate how closely agriculture is connected to nature.
By Sohel diaries 📖about a month ago in Earth