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April 24, 2013 6:31 AM
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High above the forest floor, deep in the swampy lowland jungles of Papua, tree houses greet the eyes of explorers trekking into what remains one of the last remote corners of the globe. The tree houses tower overhead at heights of over 80 feet above the ground, appearing to teeter but held firm by Sago palm tree fibres. These constructions are the homes of the Kombai and the neighbouring Korowai, tribal people numbering in the thousands who decorate their bodies with bones and may still count cannibalism among their customs.
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April 24, 2013 1:43 AM
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April 23, 2013 1:21 PM
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There is something about birds of prey that make us pay attention – maybe it is the inherent fear we all have that one will attack us – or perhaps it is just because they are seldom seen by most westerners. Regardless, birds of prey are fascinating to all and so we present this list of some of the largest, mightiest and most spectacular raptors from around the world.
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April 23, 2013 1:19 PM
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Many of us built snowmen in our backyards when we were kids, but there are some who’ve taken the art of sculpting snow to a professional level. Around the world, there are festivals dedicated to this incredible art, and the annual extravaganza in Harbin, China is one of the grandest. In seasonal spirit, we present here 20 of the most stunning – and gigantic – snow sculptures seen in the Chinese city. Enjoy!
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April 23, 2013 1:17 PM
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Reflections bring out the splendor of many things, and global cities old and new are no different. These metropolises stand out magnificently when reflected in water – that of the lakes, rivers and oceans on which they lie. Whether made up of age-old stone structures or towering glass skyscrapers, cityscapes literally take on another layer of beauty when their mirror images descend beneath them in perfect reflections.
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April 23, 2013 1:15 PM
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The following is an article from the book Uncle John's Supremely Satisfying Bathroom Reader.Thanks to Josephine Cochrane, most of us don't have to suffer through "dishpan hands."DISH-RESPECTWhat really is the mother of invention?
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April 23, 2013 1:13 PM
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Getting dizzy and fainting at the sight of someone else's blood doesn't seem to be the most, uh, evolutionarily appropriate response. How's that
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April 22, 2013 8:22 AM
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There's something particularly spectacular about witnessing the decay of a once-grand building.
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April 22, 2013 8:20 AM
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The bees, flies and other insects attracted to this powerful combination of lures may not get quite what they had anticipated and they do not even get a sustaining supply of nectar, the sugar-rich liquid produced by plants. We might like to think that we wouldn’t be as easily fooled but if you are an insect the heady mix of what appears to be an attractive mate coupled with the allure of the scent is more than it can resist.
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April 21, 2013 9:28 AM
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Some correctional facilities have been described as hellish “monster factories.” In the face of long-term imprisonment, some inmates can become detached from reality, and a darker side to their personalities may emerge. Violence becomes a way of life – perhaps even more so – and for some incarcerated gang members, prison doesn’t stop them from still carrying out crime.
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April 20, 2013 7:04 AM
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This ten mile long beach on the Arabian Sea is a popular place for Pakistan’s tourists due in no small part to the fact that it’s believed to be safe even in times when the rest of the country is politically unsettled. That safety was jeopardised in 2003 due to an oil spill in the area but it has since been rebuilt. Amusement parks, camel rides and general beach activities all draw people to the area.
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April 20, 2013 7:03 AM
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So, you think your car is efficient. Maybe you have a Toyota Prius or a Volkswagen Golf diesel, two cars known for stretching a tank of fuel and going
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April 19, 2013 1:13 PM
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The memes are endless—Grumpy Cat, Nyan Cat, Keyboard Cat, Maru, and all the Lolcats. Last year even witnessed the first ever Internet Ca...
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April 24, 2013 6:30 AM
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Long before there were high-rise buildings and residential skyscrapers, people still managed to live far above ground, at sometimes dizzying heights. Like modern city inhabitants, these ancestors of ours enjoyed pleasant breezes and great views, not to mention the feeling of safety that comes with living somewhere relatively inaccessible.
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April 24, 2013 1:42 AM
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Collection of more than 50 different and amazingly creative QR code designs, ready to scan some artwork?
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April 23, 2013 1:20 PM
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Glen Canyon is a true paradise for nature lovers from all walks of life; there really is something for everyone. Whether you're a geologist, a biologist, an anthropologist or just a regular visitor, it's pretty much guaranteed you'll enjoy the splendor Glen Canyon has to offer. But at this majestic site, it really pays to study rock formations, as they are the region’s true storytellers, recording the environmental changes caused by climate, weather, fires and geological processes throughout the millennia. We've covered Antelope Canyon before here on Environmental Graffiti; now it's time to explore an American canyon with a very story.
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April 23, 2013 1:18 PM
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Gaze for too long at these rock formations, and you begin to drift off and forget whether you're looking at a geological phenomenon or a vast, abstract oil painting. The swirls seem to envelop you, and in Antelope Canyon they actually do. Let's take a ramble down this most gorgeous of gorges and lose ourselves in the wonderful play of light and patterns that captivate its many visitors each year. Here lies one of the planet's greatest natural art galleries.
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April 23, 2013 1:16 PM
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April 23, 2013 1:14 PM
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It stands in a bustling city, an island of peace within the chaos. There’s a mystical feel to its 18th-century architecture, resplendent in shades of yellow and orange. To those unaware of its purpose, the strange angled and curved structure might be conceived of as an ancient temple full of religious symbolism. Yet while it was constructed with the heavens in mind, the inspirations were the Sun, Moon and stars rather than any mythological or spiritual beings.
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April 22, 2013 8:23 AM
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World-Mysteries.com. Discover Pumapunku aka Puma Punka, ancient megaliths in Bolivia.
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April 22, 2013 8:22 AM
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Parapsychology is a remarkably broad discipline, and it is difficult to study when the area itself deals with the unknown potential of the human mind. At this time, there is no definitive way to prove phenomena like telepathy or telekinesis, and observation by no means provides unambiguous proof. Here, we will examine 10 of the most prominent branches of parapsychology. The very nature of so-called psi phenomena is such that they cover the unknown, and it is only by critical dissection that we can get to the truth.
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April 21, 2013 9:29 AM
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April 21, 2013 9:27 AM
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A fungus is a member of a large group of organisms that includes microorganisms such as yeasts and moulds, as well as the more familiar mushrooms. These organisms are classified as a kingdom...
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April 20, 2013 7:03 AM
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If there’s one thing McDonald’s excels at, it’s staying ahead of the game. Since its humble beginnings as a lowly “barbecue pit” on Route 66, the
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April 19, 2013 1:15 PM
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Scientists say the genome of the coelacanth shows that it may not be as closely related as the lungfish to the first creatures to emerge from the sea.
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