Nature
August 5, 2023

If You Ever Come Across a Rock Cairn, Yosemite National Park Says to Knock It Over

People have used manmade rock stacks—also called rock cairns—since prehistoric times. These markers have served a myriad of purposes, but are usually placed to give directions to travelers and provide protection from the wind. However, while cairns have a long history, their function is currently being misused by many hikers and travelers. That is why Yosemite National Park reminds its visitors to knock over any rock stacks they see.

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Entertainment
August 4, 2023

‘Friends’ Stars Jennifer Aniston and Courteney Cox Celebrate Lisa Kudrow’s 60th Birthday

Nearly 20 years after the beloved sitcom Friends aired its final episode, the original cast still shares a special bond. Not only were they close on screen, but they are in real life too. Recently, Jennifer Aniston and Courteney Cox shared special messages for their co-star Lisa Kudrow in celebration of the actress' 60th birthday.

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Entertainment
August 3, 2023

Zendaya and ‘Euphoria’ Cast Remember Beloved Co-Star Angus Cloud

Embed from Getty Images The death of Angus Cloud has been a big shock to all, including the Euphoria show family. At just 25 years old, Cloud was considered a burgeoning talent for his role as Fezco in the award-winning HBO series. Although the cause of death has not yet been released, he was open about his struggles with mental health and encouraged people to seek help when they needed it.

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Aerial Photography
August 3, 2023

Optical Phenomenon of Rainbow Contrails Are Captured Shooting Out of Planes

Whether you live near a city or in the country, you've likely seen plane contrails, or vapor trails, in the sky. While we usually think of them as being streeks of white, occasionally they appear in different colors. It's just not usually visible to the human eye. India-based photographer Soumyadeep Mukherjee managed to capture this sight in a series of stunning photos.

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