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Leonardo DiCaprio Is Urging People To Help Save The Amazon Rainforest
With the Amazon wildfires burning and amidst speculation that humans should take some of the blame for the catastrophe, celebrities have begun to use their huge power on the internet to reach people. One of them being actor Leonardo DiCaprio. Well known for his concern for the environment and animal rights, the star has shared a post from conservation group, Rainforest Alliance, for his 33.8 million followers to see. View this post on Instagram #Regram #RG @rainforestalliance: The lungs of the Earth are in flames. 🔥 The Brazilian Amazon—home to 1 million Indigenous people and 3 million species—has been burning for more than two weeks straight. There have been 74,000 fires in the Brazilian…
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These Gorgeous Floral & Galaxy Cakes Have Hidden Secret Gardens Inside Them
As baking becomes more and more popular with cooking shows like Masterchef and The Great American Bakeoff, bakers are up-ing their games to create even more awe-inspiring baked treats. One such baker is Yulia Kedyarova, whose sculptural cake creations feature mesmerizing designs that celebrate the cosmos and all of Earth’s living things. Scroll down to see them all!
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The Amazon Forest Has Been Burning For Weeks – Photos Show Smoke From Space
On Monday afternoon, the whole city of Sao Paulo, Brazil, went completely dark – as it turns out, the city was buried in smoke by the strong winds coming from forest fires burning nearly 1,700 miles away. According to Reuters, Brazil’s space research center INPE has detected almost 72,843 wildfires raging in the Amazon rainforest. The research center states that their satellite data showed an 83% increase on the same period in 2018, showing that this year Amazon rainforest has suffered a record number of fires. The citizens of Sao Paulo were shocked when they witnessed a daytime blackout, one Twitter user said: “Imagine how much has to be burning to…
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Photographer Captures A Shy-At-First Baby Meerkat And Its Family In Adorable Pics
If you’re not familiar with what a meerkat is, it’s one of those adorable mongoose-like animals recognized for hilariously standing on their hind legs to look around. And if you think adult meerkats are adorable, just wait until you see a baby one. Recently, Japanese photographer mamekoro51 visited the Inokashira Natural Cultural Park in Musashino City, Tokyo, and came across an absolutely heart-melting sight – a tiny baby meerkat shyly peeking from around a corner. The photographer took many pictures of the cute baby animal and they instantly went viral on Twitter – check them out in the gallery below! More info: Twitter Image credits: mamekoro51
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Peru Has Banned All Palm Oil Deforestation!
Peru has just become the second South American country to commit to ending palm oil driven deforestation by 2021, according to reports. The move has been described ‘a momentous win’ for wildlife and sustainable agriculture by the National Wildlife Federation (NWF). Peru has joined Colombia on its environmental promise, which was made possible by the NWF, the largest private, non-profit conservation education and advocacy organisation in the United States. It has more than six million members and supporters and 51 state and territorial affiliated organisation, Live Kindly reports. The NFW worked with Sociedad Peruana de Ecodesarrollo – a local partner, as well as Peruvian palm oil Producers’ Association JUNAPALMA for two years…
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3 Signs That Will Have The Best Week & 3 That Will Have It Brutal
You’re headed into a new chapter now because the sun will leave behind exuberant and expressive Leo and enter organized and cleansing Virgo as of Aug. 23. If you were hoping for a chance to settle down and get back to work, there’s no better time than now. Virgo is all about making plans, sorting through one problem at a time, and getting to the bottom of everything. But don’t go thinking you won’t have fun every step of the way because August 19, 2019 will be the best week for these zodiac signs and it makes so much sense. After all, when the sun is in an earth sign,…
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Man Hides Wooden Giants In The Wilderness Of The Belgian Forest
Visitors may notice strange creatures hiding amongst the wooded areas that lie scattered around the western outskirts, but fear not, they are friendly. Created by artist Thomas Dambo with help from local volunteers, six large wooden giants constructed from recycled materials can be seen in the area as part of a sculpture treasure hunt route that has proven to be very popular. More info: thomasdambo.com
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Artist Imagines Giant Cats In These Epic Images
If only the world were populated by giant cats. Now there’s a thought that many of us have had while daydreaming in school or at work. You can’t tell me I’m the only one. Imagine how wonderful it would be to pet a purring three-meter tall feline, all fluffy and friendly. Well, you don’t have to imagine anymore. Russian artist Andrey Scherbak has uploaded nearly 150 photos of giant cats online, and they’re close to purrfect. More info: Instagram
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Cats Have Their Own Hat Collection Made From Their Shed Fur
The cuteness of cats is an endless topic, agreed? And how else could it be when their adorableness is infinite. Just think about their cute sleepy faces, childish curiosity when they explore the same places over and over again and hilarious reactions when you try to put some piece of clothing on them. This Scottish fold cats trio consisting of the tabby Nyaa, the white fluff Mar, the ginger youngster Mugi are used to it though, as their owner Japanese photographer Ryo Yamazaki with his wife Hiromi came up with a creative way to deal with the shedded fur the cats leave all around the house, turning into a hobby…
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18 Adorable Maine Coon Kittens That Will Turn Into Giants When They Grow Up
Maine coon cats are, without a doubt, the most majestic cat breed that has ever existed – their luxurious fluffy coats, fine physique, and character traits are what makes them so unique. And if fully grown Maine cats are exceptional, then wait until you see their cute kittens! These kitty cats have all the extra fuzz that a cat can have and more. This big cat breed’s history of origin is unknown, though its ancestors most likely came with the ships of 11th-century Norsemen. When fully grown, these fluffy cats can weigh up to 18 lb (8.2 kg) and reach a body length of 48 in (120 cm). Maine coons…
