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A new study suggests that a volcanic eruption in the Canadian Arctic, specifically the Franklin Large Igneous Province, may have triggered the Snowball Earth event around 720 million years ago by reducing atmospheric CO2 levels through chemical weathering, although this theory only applies under specific pre-existing cool climate conditions.
Wildlife photographer Meline Ellwanger had a surreal encounter in the Canadian Arctic when she found herself surrounded by a curious wolf pack. In a TikTok video, Ellwanger captured the moment as the wolves stood behind her, played in the snow, and howled towards the sky. She described the experience as exceeding her expectations and noted that the wolves in the area have never been hunted, making them curious and unbothered by human presence. Ellwanger remained calm throughout the encounter, showcasing her five years of experience in wildlife photography.