Tucked away in the Siberian tundra lies a remote village that defies the limits of human endurance—Oymyakon, Russia. Known as the coldest inhabited place on Earth, this icy enclave challenges the very notion of what it means to live in extreme conditions. For intrepid journalist and photographer Amos Chapple, Oymyakon beckoned as a realm waiting to be discovered. … [Read more...] about Exploring Oymyakon: Life in the Coldest Inhabited Place on Earth
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Utility company shuts off power to rescue cat trapped on top of telephone pole
We’ve all heard of cats getting stuck in trees, but one Pennsylvania feline got stuck in a different high-up place: a telephone line. But thankfully, a community came together to get the cat down safe and sound. On October 11, neighbors in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania spotted a gray-and-white cat perched high up on top of a telephone pole, according to a release from … [Read more...] about Utility company shuts off power to rescue cat trapped on top of telephone pole
High school cross-country team brings local shelter dogs along on their morning run
Back in August 2016, the cross-country running team at St. Joseph High School in Santa Maria, California decided they’d like to invite their local shelter dogs along for a run. And the staff at Santa Barbara County Animal Shelter were happy to let their dogs get some sun and stretch their legs a bit. By all accounts, it was a blast, and team coach Luis Escobar … [Read more...] about High school cross-country team brings local shelter dogs along on their morning run