What Made Mexico’s Most Mysterious Beach?
There’s an islet off the Pacific coast of Mexico with a pristine beach drilled into its central core like the hole of a donut. This hidden Eden continues to baffle geologists with its oculus of volcanic stone.
Palmyra Atoll Pictures: Part of the World’s Largest Marine Reserve
Palmyra Atoll, a refuge for seabird breeding colonies and coral reef communities, is part of the Pacific Remote Islands Marine National Monument. The national monument received a big boost this week, when U.S. President Obama announced he was expanding its borders, turning the remote area into the world’s largest marine reserve.
The Science Behind Swimming: From Whales To Larvae, Common Principles At Work In Swimming
Using simple hydrodynamics, a team of researchers from Harvard was able to show that a handful of principles govern how virtually every animal, from the tiniest fish to birds to gigantic whales propel themselves though the water…
Neanderthals Made Some Of Europe’s Oldest Art
Criss-cross patterns deep in a Gibraltan cave suggest that the species had minds capable of abstract artistic expression. Archaeologists uncovered the engravings in Gorham’s Cave, a site overlooking the Mediterranean Sea.
Shallow Water Soloing, Pounders Beach, Oahu; By Ryan Moss
Shallow Water Soloing, Pounders Beach, Oahu, is an image from Ryan Moss.
Sylvia Earle Wants New Doc ‘Mission Blue’ To Give You Hope For Our Oceans
“Misson Blue,” a new documentary released by Netflix, follows the 78-year-old Dr. Sylvia Earle and her life as one of the country’s leading oceanographers, from her fierce defense of the sea to her charge to protect everything that lives within it.
9 Houses That Prove Your Dream Home Is Also A Green Home
“Green building” is an effort to curb the environmental toll of inefficient homes, and it’s taking hold in the construction sector. Nine architects talk about their stunning projects that are not only sustainable, but beautiful too…
Sunset at Deveraux Point; By Chris Orwig
Sunset at Deveraux Point, is an image from Chris Orwig.
10 Hidden Beaches, Bays And Walks On The UK Coastline
The British coast is dotted with magical spots few people visit or even know about. Here are 10 of the best.