To the South Pole and Back – The Hardest 105 days of my life
Source: TED
Ben Saunders talks about his epic, 105-day trek to the South Pole and back; the same route taken by Captain Scott on his ill-fated 1912 expedition.
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What Is Your Dog Thinking? A Psychological Guide
Source: Discover
Do dogs love each other? Do they feel guilty about the rotten things they sometimes do? Read Stanley Coren’s article to find the answers, and, while you’re at it, discover how to laugh like a dog, interpret a dog’s barks, and tell what a wagging tail really means.
New Study Analyzes Heavy Metal Dancing
Source: National Geographic
What is the relationship between mosh pits and nature? The answers to that question might surprise you! Two graduate students (who just so happen to be heavy-metal fans) are studying mosh pits to learn about particulate patterns and animal flocking behavior.
China to complete ‘Heavenly Palace’ and break world record for space launches in 2022
Source: Live Science
As China’s space program heats up, they aim to launch 60 missions in 2022 alone, breaking the world record of 55 missions set just last year.
The volunteers saving animals in Ukraine – photo essay
Source: The Guardian
Through the tireless efforts of volunteers and animal rescue organizations, Ukraine’s animals are given a second chance at survival.
How Highly Trained Anti-Poaching Dogs Are Saving Rhinos In Africa
Source: MEL Magazine
Thanks to the efforts of these highly skilled dogs, rhinos at the Mankwe Wildlife Reserve are safer from poachers than ever before.
NASA chief: Moon mission is in preparation for Mars
Source: CNN
Watch this short interview with NASA Administrator Bill Nelson about the Artemis program and NASA’s plans to return humans to the moon in 2025.
Can You Teach a Goldfish to Drive?
Source: Discovery
You may not be able to teach a fish how to climb a tree, but can you teach it to drive? Read about this remarkable study to find out.
Chimpanzees apply ‘medicine’ to each others’ wounds in a possible show of empathy
Source: CNN
Learn how chimpanzees use insects to treat wounds and care for others.
As climate worsens, environmentalists also grapple with the mental toll of activism
Source: NPR
Environmental activism is hugely important, but so is mental health. Learn how a courageous new wave of activists reconcile the two.