The following article is adapted from the ESV Archaeology Study Bible—a new study tool that roots biblical text in its cultural and historical context. 1. Rosetta Stone In 1798, Napoleon invaded Egypt. He brought with him a scientific team of scholars and draftsmen to survey the monuments of the land. The most important find of the […]
If you’re having a bad day, these cute baby foxes (kits) playing without a care in the world would like to cheer you up. When most people think foxes, they imagine sly, mischievous animals always looking for something to steal or domestic animals to bully. Well, for the most part, wild foxes can be a […]
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There are moments in nature where the unexpected happens, and if you didn’t see it, you wouldn’t believe it, especially when it comes to the ocean, one of the most mysterious and ominous things in the world. Some of the most stunning pictures have been taken on the ocean. Being a photographer means that you […]
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Have you ever taken a walk on the beach and noticed beautiful stones in the sand? Well, those stones are actually worn-down glass pieces called sea glass. That broken bottle you passed on the street 10 years ago may become a beautiful addition to beaches around the world. What is sea glass? Have you ever […]
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There’s a horrific skin disease killing off the world’s favorite sea animals, and now we finally know what’s causing it. Scientists have linked a deadly skin disease found in dolphins to climate change. Today, all the world’s dolphins are at risk. (1) Deadly Skin Disease Found in Dolphins Caused By Climate Change Since Hurricane Katrina […]
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The United States banned the toxic pesticide DDT in 1972 due to its environmental and human health risks. When the ban came into effect, a former DDT producer in California dumped thousands of barrels of the toxic chemical into the ocean. Today scientists are attempting to clean up the mess using what could be coined […]
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This clever little penguin escapes the jaws of a hungry killer whale in this insane footage! Killer whales, or Orcas, are a well-known whale species. It’s not hard to know you’re looking at one, thanks to their black and white distinctive patterning. They also like to feast on many different foods, and, in the Antarctic, […]
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We’ve all come to know and love black and white penguins. And, everyone knows how to identify one of these adorable water birds by their color. But recently, there have been reports of a new fella on the block. And, what’s more, he’s rocking a sunshiny yellow tux instead of the usual penguin “drab.” Finding […]
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When you think of a geologist, what do you usually think of? I don’t know about you, but I think of a lot of boring rocks. But something found recently completely changed my mind about what geologists do. Actually, scrap that. This rare rock formation discovery actually blew my mind. Are you ready for it? […]
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If you thought having three or four little children at home was tough, imagine what this mother goose must be going through with 47 excessively dependent goslings under her care. Can someone fix her a week’s worth of endless massages and mojitos? It won’t fix her stress but it could help her life. As captured […]
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Whether or not you’re a church-goer, fifteen years ago, San Francisco’s St. Boniface church started something that would change the community forever. Many churches keep their doors open during the day so people can come in to pray, reflect, contemplate, slow down… Father Louis Vitale partnered with activist Shelly Roder, who started the Gubbio Project, […]
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Snow leopards are big cats, about 60 to 120 pounds heavy and four to five feet tall. So why is it so hard to find one in this photograph? Wildlife photographer, Saurabh Desai, traveled to the Spiti Valley of Northern India for a big cat photoshoot. Among his beautiful repertoire is a photo of what […]
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