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Black Gold Still Rules in Pipelineistan
The bottom line on the Iraq and AfPAK wars, and the American fixation on Iran, is oil. Obscene amounts of money, civilian lives and American integrity continue to be wasted on attempts to secure control over Central Asian energy resources, and the pipeline network that must be built to get this Black Gold to market.
Continue reading...The Artistic Nests of the Weaver Birds
Friday, August 7, 2009
There is no such thing as equality amongst the two to three hundred known species of Ploceidae, or weaver birds. For the males of each colony must compete each year in a test of skill and creativity which has made them famous: the weaving of the most elaborate nests of any known bird. Artistic ability is in abundance amongst these labourers come casanovas.
Continue reading...20 Amazing Images of Earth as Seen From Space
Wednesday, June 17, 2009
The Earth is a truly beautiful and fascinating place – even more so when seen from Space as distances and proportions take on a whole new dimension. Is this how ants see their world, we wonder? Follow us on a tour of our Blue Planet as seen from Space and be ready for some stunning pictures.
Continue reading...Ouch! Don’t Try This Asian Ritual At Home
Wednesday, March 4, 2009
No, that guy isn't watering those thorns in the hope that they'll suddenly come back to life, though the sprinkling probably has some sort of ceremonial or religious significance. Can you see what's coming, kids, as the rest of this ritual unravels? Needless to say, to most eyes outside that circle of people, this will look like one weird custom. Painful too.
Continue reading...10 Most Diabolical Fish On Earth
Tuesday, March 3, 2009
On the one hand, fish are inoffensive creatures. Wet, slimy, and not especially gifted in the brain cell department, the majority aren’t much to worry about unless they’re getting overcooked on the barbecue. Yet on the other hand there are a few species that are slightly more loathsome to our palates. These are creatures straight out of our nightmares – some more fangs than fish; others that look like they’ve barely swum out of the primeval sludge. Brace yourself.
Continue reading...The View from the Seven Highest Peaks on Earth
Tuesday, January 27, 2009
Only a select few have conquered the Seven Summits, a grueling challenge that involves climbing the tallest peak of every continent. They've seen the spectacular mountain-top views firsthand, and now you get a chance to soak in the scenery too as we go on a whirlwind tour of images captured by these exceptional mountaineers. Come along as we travel from the most famous Everest to the Western Hemisphere and Europe, to warm climes in Australia, Indonesia and Africa, and to the coldest ends of the earth.
Continue reading...The 5 Most Dangerous Animals in Asia
Wednesday, March 19, 2008
Asia has fascinated western societies since its discovery. Its rich culture and exotic animals have captured the imaginations of countless generations. Image by Gregor Younger I was watching a documentary on tigers the other day, and I started thinking about the dangerous animals in Asia. This inspired me to
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Tuesday, October 27, 2009
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