All articles tagged with #nature
Originally Published 2 days ago — by BBC
The article showcases a collection of photographs submitted by readers capturing Scotland's winter scenery, including snowy landscapes, wildlife, and festive scenes, taken between January 2 and 9, 2026.
Originally Published 2 days ago — by BBC
On her 44th birthday, Princess Catherine shared a personal video emphasizing the healing power of nature and its role in mental and physical well-being, especially following her recovery from cancer, while also highlighting the importance of kindness and compassion in healthcare.
Originally Published 7 days ago — by The New York Times
Cindy Blaney, a senior ranger and bat expert in Highgate Wood, North London, shares her passion for bats through night walks and surveys, highlighting their often-misunderstood role in the ecosystem and her efforts to study and protect them.
Originally Published 9 days ago — by Live Science
Spotted Lake in British Columbia is a mineral-rich soda lake known for its colorful, circular brine pools and cultural significance to the Okanagan Nation, with unique mineral crusts visible in summer and a history of mineral extraction for wartime use.
Originally Published 9 days ago — by The Texas Tribune
Palo Pinto Mountains State Park in Texas, set to open in 2026, offered a preview to visitors on New Year's Day, showcasing its scenic landscapes, recreational activities, and diverse wildlife, after over a decade of development and land acquisition.
Originally Published 20 days ago — by The Guardian
The third installment of James Cameron's Avatar series, 'Fire and Ash,' challenges the franchise's traditional themes of harmony and spiritual connection, exploring internal fractures within Pandora's society, the unpredictable behavior of Eywa, and the moral ambiguities faced by characters, especially as humanity's survival strategies become increasingly biological and morally complex.
Originally Published 22 days ago — by Visual Capitalist
The article highlights some of the world's longest animal migrations, including the Arctic Tern's pole-to-pole journey of up to 59,000 miles annually, whale migrations between feeding and breeding grounds, and remarkable bird and insect flights across oceans and continents, illustrating the incredible endurance and adaptation of these species in connecting ecosystems worldwide.
Originally Published 22 days ago — by The Guardian
The article explores mistletoe's ecological role as a keystone species, its unique parasitic nature, cultural significance, and how it spreads through bird activity, highlighting its importance beyond festive traditions.
Originally Published 25 days ago — by AP News
The article showcases stunning wildlife and nature photographs from 2025, highlighting the resilience and beauty of animals and ecosystems amid environmental challenges, featuring images of polar bears, birds, insects, and landscapes worldwide.
Originally Published 26 days ago — by Mental Floss
The article explores six unusual natural snow and ice formations, including brinicles, giant snowballs, snow rollers, penitentes, snow monsters, and pancake ice, highlighting their unique formation processes and the extreme conditions required for their creation.
Originally Published 1 month ago — by The Independent
Forest bathing, or mindful walks in the woods, is an ancient practice that enhances mental and physical health by connecting with nature through all senses, reducing stress hormones, blood pressure, and improving mood, supported by scientific research and increasingly recommended by health authorities.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by Yahoo
The article offers psychology-based strategies to improve mood on 'blah' days, including spending time outdoors, keeping a gratitude journal, engaging in creative activities, exercising, practicing mindfulness, and connecting with others, all supported by behavioral science experts.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by PsyPost
The article explores higher states of consciousness, or awakening experiences, which temporarily expand awareness and alter perception of reality. These experiences can be triggered by psychological distress, contact with nature, or spiritual practices, and often lead to lasting positive changes in outlook. While neuroscientific explanations exist, psychological factors like relaxation and mental quietness play a significant role. Cultivating stillness through meditation and nature contact can increase the likelihood of such transformative experiences.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by Gizmodo
The article highlights the top microscopic photographs of 2025, showcasing stunning images of cellular structures, fungi, parasites, and insects captured through advanced microscopy techniques, emphasizing the beauty and complexity of the microscopic world.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by Cowboy State Daily
A rare piebald cow elk, characterized by its white and brown coloration due to a genetic recessive trait, was spotted near Cody, Wyoming. Such elk are extremely uncommon, with less than 1% of the population exhibiting this trait, and most do not survive to adulthood due to associated genetic deformities. The sighting of a healthy, young piebald elk is notable, and while the mutation affects skin and hair, it likely doesn't impact the meat.