The Dragon and the Sun by Damien Esquerre, University of Wollongong. Overall Winner.This photo was captured on a sunny summer day in Canberra. Bearded dragons (Pogona barbata) love to bask under the sun in their eucalypt woodland habitat. “The Dragon and the Sun” by Damien Esquerre, University of Wollongong. Overall Winner.“This photo was captured on a sunny summer day in Canberra. Bearded dragons (Pogona barbata) love to bask under the sun in their eucalypt woodland habitat....

The Swarm of Life by Shane Gross, Canada. Shane snorkeled in the lake for several hours, through carpets of lily pads. The tadpoles start becoming toads between four and 12 weeks after hatching. “The Swarm of Life” by Shane Gross, Canada. Wildlife Photographer of the Year and Winner, Wetlands: The Bigger Picture“Shane Gross looks under the surface layer of lily pads as a mass of western toad tadpoles swim past. Shane snorkeled in the lake for several hours, through carpets of lily pads....

Researchers initially believed the fish was part of a well-known species found around the world. Ghost sharks are cartilaginous fish closely related to sharks and rays. They have smooth skin and beak-like teeth, and feed off small crustaceans. They are also known for their large pectoral fins, which allow them to glide through the water. Also known as chimeras, ghost sharks are usually found at great ocean depths. Unfortunately, their habitat makes them hard to study and monitor....

Detail of NOAA Satellites GeoColor Full Disk Image on October 9, 2024 at 04:00 UTC. Hurricane Milton, feared to be the storm of the century, is already looming over Florida. The proportions of this storm are nothing to joke about. Detail of NOAA Satellites GeoColor Full Disk Image on October 9, 2024 at 04:00 UTC. (Photo: NOAA/NESDIS/STAR) Easy to spot even for the untrained eye, the storm appears even bigger than some metropolitan areas....

Comet A3 rises up over the horizon just before orbital sunrise with aurora streaking by. 50mm, 1.2, 1/4s, ISO 6400. The comet made its closest approach to the Sun at the end of September. Comet A3 rises up over the horizon just before orbital sunrise with aurora streaking by. 50mm, 1.2, 1/4s, ISO 6400. | Matthew Dominick/NASA Now, it is expected to pass by Earth around October 13. Luckily, it was nothing the experienced astronauts couldn’t overcome....

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Societal and individualized racism faced couples, even well after legal bans were struck down. Daguerreotypewas an early photographic process that became very common in the 1840s. These were singular images, rather than negatives. The historic daguerreotype. (Photo:Freeman’s | Hindman) They were printed by chemicals on a plate of varying size. They were often framed in delicate leather cases. This is smaller than average; however, it is enshrined in a decorative tool statement frame and case....

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Una publicacion compartida por (@detactives) One persons trash is another persons literary treasure. Sad to see resources that could easily benefit others being thrown away, they came up with an idea. The workers created a library with the books they rescued from being sent to a landfill. The garbage collectors began organizing the books in an underground brick factory. The spot, which had long been abandoned, was part of sanitation department headquarters....

The Beatles and Muhammad Ali by Unknown Photographer, February 18, 1964. While many of the photographers are unknown, the exhibition also includes work by acclaimed photojournalists like Robert Capa. I immediately asked how I could see more, he recalls. The Beatles and Muhammad Ali by Unknown Photographer, February 18, 1964. Gelatin silver print; printed 1964 A must-see show for any lover of photography and history,Extra! News Photographs from 1903-1975is a must-see show for any lover of photojournalism....

Sculptor and digital artistMichael Benistyis known for his ethereal, awe-inspiring sculptures designed to foster human connection. His works have captivated audiences at events like Burning Man and in locations around the world. Now, his latest public artwork is permanently on display at the newSplash Apartmentsin Portland, Oregon. Viewers can walk all around the sculpture to appreciate its meticulously crafted details from every angle. Splashserves as a metaphor for bold beginnings and the ripples that follow, affecting everything around it....

Recently, the country star pledged a $1 million donation to help Hurricane Helene victims. The 78-year-old musician and entrepreneur said the money would come from my own bank account. This is not the first time Dolly has donated to a good cause with the help of her ventures. Photo: Jean_Nelson/Depositphotos In 2022, Parton announced that Dollywood would offerfree tuition assistance to all employees. Speaking at apress conference, Parton said, Im happy to be here....

Iberian lynx by Staffan Widstrand. The Iberian lynx joins a small number of species making a comeback in recent years. Wildlife crossings, particularly in the form of tunnels under roads, have significantly reduced traffic-related kills. “Iberian lynx” by Staffan Widstrand. Winner, 2024 Rewilding Europe Award.“The photograph shows an Iberian lynx (Lynx pardinus) with a freshly caught European rabbit (Oryctolagus cuniculus) in the Spanish Sierra de Andújar. The Iberian lynx joins a small number of species making a comeback in recent years....