Phantom Octopus

While gathering geological samples in the seafloor, among the NOAA’s remotely-controlled subs stumbled across a cryptic “ghostlike” octopod. Most unusually – aside from the unique cuteness of the creature – the octopod is considered to be an unknown species, maybe belonging to an undescribed genus. On its site, the NOAA said: “A distinguishing feature was the […]

Immortal Creature Found

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The Hydra is a fearsome mythical creature; a terrifying, multi-headed being from a fictional world. Biologists, however, understand it as a real life tentacle-wielding organism that’s immortal, one that is able to genetically alter its cells to do so. A team of researchers from University of California, San Diego have found that instead of simply rearranging its […]

Chute Down The Alps On This Magnificent Mountain Coaster

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Need to feel the thrill of racing down a mountain? Maybe this alpine slide is just what you are trying to find. Tin toboggans are all the craze in Switzerland, and are available in over twenty four locations, some open all year round, some seasonal. Tracks are often around one kilometer (0.62 miles) in length, and you […]