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Giant sandy 'slug' crawls through floodplains in Kazakhstan, but it could soon be frozen in place
Earth from space A 2022 astronaut photo shows a peculiar, slug-shaped dune field in the heart of the Kazakh Steppe. Signs of vegetation among the sand suggest these dunes are in the process of being fixed in place.
5 underrated photography accessories you didn’t know you needed
They may be small, but these accessories can make a big difference to your photography — and they won't break the bank.
Haniwa Dancers: 1,500-year-old ghostly figurines thought to hold the souls of the dead
Two cylindrical clay sculptures may represent dancers who performed at a funeral 1,500 years ago.
Are there any countries with no mosquitoes?
One country's unique climate keeps it a mosquito-free zone, but global warming may change that.
Which animal has the best hearing?
Ranking who has the best ears in the animal kingdom is a tough task, but some animals push the limits of hearing far beyond what humans can imagine.
5 common mistakes beginner astrophotographers make — and how to avoid them
Avoid blurry stars and excessive noise — master these 5 common astrophotography mistakes to capture sharp, stunning night sky images every time.
What's the difference between a turtle and a tortoise?
Turtles and tortoises are both reptiles with shells, so what exactly are their differences?
Loughareema: The 'vanishing lake' in Northern Ireland that mysteriously drains and refills itself within hours
The Vanishing Lake in Northern Ireland's County Antrim can be full in the morning and empty a few hours later, thanks to an underground drainage system that scientists still don't fully grasp.
