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This unusual, 8-inch long marine worm looks like something out of a nightmare — a luxury nightmare, for that matter. Matthew Brown/NIWA In the vast Southern Ocean near Antarctica, there lives a giant polynoid worm that has some really peculiar looks. The two most stand-out characteristics of Eulagisca gigantea are its golden-bristled abdomen and a disturbing toothy grin on what appears to be its head, making it look like the creepiest luxury item ever. As weird as it may look, research suggests it could be crucial to the health of our ecosystems. Image credit: Matthew Brown/NIWA The latin name of…

“We split the day in two, so one of us takes care of changing diapers and bottle-feeding while the other works. We both look forward to naptime,” said Adam Motz, one of the dads. Every able-bodied person should have the right to be a parent if they so desire, even if they and their partner cannot have children together because they are ʜᴏᴍᴏsᴇxᴜᴀʟ. And although this is not legally possible in some countries, there are countries where same-sex couples can adopt. Such an example is Adam Motz and Amadou Lam, who live in Chicago in the United States and raise…

It is difficult to believe these infants are twins given their glaring differences in size. But even though they were born three weeks apart, they are ᴍᴇᴅɪᴄᴀʟ marvels. Rebecca Roberts essentially became pregnant with Rosalie while already carrying Noah, a process known as “Sᴜᴘᴇʀғᴇᴛᴀᴛɪᴏɴ.” Only a handful of these cases have been reported globally. After two prior scans showed no evidence of a second fetus, Miss Roberts, 39, was surprised to learn she was expecting twins. I didn’t even know it was possible to get pregnant again, she exclaimed. Due to an issue with Rosalie’s umbilical cord, the twins were…

Parents have to make many decisions about their children, and naturally, not everyone agrees with them. A spectacular difference of opinion can arise from this, especially if a parent shares his educational principles with the whole world. Little Lara is only 4 months old, but she is already a real star on TikTok, where her mother regularly shares videos of her. The mother recently shared a video to show how much her little girl has grown in the past 4 months, so for comparison, she showed a recording from when Lara was just 24 hours into the world. But the…

Truth be told, you have a greater chance of winning the lottery than having identical triplets, but Harry, Edward and Thomas beat the odds of one in two hundred million. “I admit that at first I couldn’t tell them apart,” says the mother. In the first few days, by the way, she was only able to do this by using the different color of nail polish she applied to each of their nails. What are the chances of you winning the lottery? Or, alternatively, have a piano fall on you? Even if you add these two probabilities together, you will…

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En Sigtuna, Suecia, al norte de Estocolmo, se han descubierto siete tumbas vikingas bien conservadas, incluidas las tumbas de dos posibles bebés gemelos. Según el comunicado de prensa sueco sobre este sitio de entierro vikingo en particular en Uppdrag Arkeologi, estas tumbas revelaron una transición de los entierros vikingos tradicionales a las prácticas funerarias cristianas, que también se resumió en este informe de noticias de Live Science. Los vikingos eran piratas y asaltantes nórdicos marineros medievales del sur de Escandinavia, que crearon estragos y terror en Europa entre los siglos VIII y XI. En Suecia, los vikingos gobernaron y asaltaron…

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We are sure that just the mention of this might have brought back an amazing memory to you. Do you remember a time when your toddler did something weird while feeding on your milk? Infants often find random and awkward ways to pass their time while breastfeeding, isn’t it? You might have heard this one before but I will say it again. For babies, breast milk is nature’s perfect food, all natural and healthy. For every mommy, breastfeeding is a tough albeit beautiful journey. Here are 8 strange yet normal habits of breastfeeding babies: Nipple Twiddling At times, when the…

The Shire horse is one of the largest, most stunning horse breeds in the world, known for its incredible strength. Originally from Britain, these wonderful draft horses were bred for hundreds of years to be the ultimate work horse. The first Shire horses appeared around the 18th century. At this time, their primary role was working on farms, towing barges, and pulling carriages. Today, these gentle giants are used for forestry work, driving, and even riding. They are most often bay, black, or grey in color, with beautiful silky feathering on the legs. Here are 9 interesting facts about Shire…

There are over 600 horse breeds in the world today, some of which are sadly struggling to survive. These rare horse breeds suffered a loss in population due to mechanization, war, and fall in popularity. The rarest horse breeds in the world are the Sorraia, Nokota Horse, Galiceño, Dales Pony, and the Choctaw Indian Pony. There are less than 250 of each of these horse breeds globally, making them critically endangered. Conservation efforts are currently ongoing to try and save these endangered horse breeds. To help raise awareness about these unique horses, we have compiled a list below of the…

Japan is home to some rare and unique breeds of horses. There are eight Japanese horse breeds native to the country, each that began without being crossbred to any foreign breeds. The eight native Japanese horse breeds are the Hokkaido Washu, Kiso, Noma, Misaki, Taishu, Tokara, Miyako and Yonaguni. The breeds share several similarities, including that they are all technically ponies. They are all known to be hardy horses, with excellent endurance. For reference, here is a map showing where all the native Japanese horse breeds originate from: Source Here are the eight rare Japanese horse breeds. 1. Hokkaido Washu Also…

Most horse breeds today developed from just a few oriental breeds that have existed for thousands of years. These are the world’s oldest horse breeds and include the Arabian, Caspian, Akhal-Teke, and Mongolian horses. While many horse breeds survived into the present day, some weren’t so fortunate. Most extinct horse breeds either died out because of crossbreeding, habitat destruction or loss of use. Several modern horse breeds are descendants of long-forgotten strains that aren’t with us today. It’s always interesting to learn about these historical horses and how they shaped the world we live in today. Here are 12 extinct…

As one of the oldest civilizations on earth, China has a long history with horses. However, many people are not familiar with the horse breeds native to China. Among the most iconic Chinese horse breeds are the Baise, Balikun, Heihe, Guoxia, Ferghana, Guizhou, Datong, Jielin, Lijiang, Nangchen, Riwoche, Tibetan, Xilingol, Yili, Yunnan and Hequ. Though they may not be as well known as European or American breeds, many of them have been around for centuries. Since as early as 1600 BC, horses were used in China for sporting purposes. It wasn’t until around the 4th century BC that the Chinese…

From stunning beaches to ancient ruins, Mexico is full of beautiful and historic sites. Though horses have played an important part of life in Mexico, there are only two breeds native to the country. The two native Mexican horse breeds are the Azteca and Galiceño. Spanish horses first arrived in Mexico in the 1500s and soon became a valuable addition to the country. These Spanish horses played an important role in the development of the Azteca and Galiceño breeds. Horses are now a celebrated part of Mexican culture. They have played an important role in many aspects of life including…

Russia is a vast country, with harsh weather and formidable landscapes. As the largest country in the world by landmass, Russia is home to many unique and interesting horse breeds. From the former Soviet Union to the Russian Federation, Russia has a long and unique history. Over time, there are quite a few horse breeds that have developed in Russia. Some of the most fascinating Russian horse breeds include the Russian Don, Orlov Trotter, Russian Heavy Draft, Budyonny, Yakuitan, Kabarda, Russian Trotter, Vyatka, Tersk, and Bashkir. Here are ten native Russian horse breeds. 1. Russian Don Rita_Kochmarjova / Shutterstock.com Named…

From stunning beaches to charming cities, Portugal is a beautiful country. This picturesque country also has some of the most exquisite horse breeds. Portugal is home to a handful of beautiful horse breeds, many of which have long, rich histories and share close ties to Spain. These incredible horses are an important part of Portugal’s culture. The native Portugese horse breeds include the Lusitano, Sorraia, Alter Real, Garrano and Terceira. Here are the five stunning Portuguese horse breeds. Lusitano Nicole Ciscato / Shutterstock.com The pride of Portugal, the Lusitano is one of the earliest saddle breeds in the world. With…

Spain has a long history of producing some of the most beautiful horse breeds in the world. These horse breeds are special and unique in their own ways, with many of them being rare. Spain has always valued their horses. Their love for these majestic creatures dates all the way back to ancient times. Since then, Spain has produced many exquisite breeds of horses. From the well-loved Andalusian horse to the lesser-known Jaca Navarra horse, Spain is the home to many stunning breeds of horses. Each of these breeds are treasured for their distinctive characteristics. Spanish Horses Have Influence Many…

Barrel racing is a demanding sport for both horses and riders. Horses must be strong, athletic, and agile in order to excel at this exciting rodeo event. But, what are the best horse breeds for barrel racing? The best barrel racing horse breeds are the Quarter horse, Paint horse, Mustang, Appaloosa, Thoroughbred, and Pony of the Americas. Quarter horses are considered the best barrel racing horse breed and dominate the barrel racing world. What Makes a Good Barrel Racing Horse? A good barrel horse will be fast, agile, athletic, and balanced. It is key that a barrel horse has sound…

Thoroughbreds are undoubtedly one of the most well-known horse breeds globally due to their use in racing. Their speed, stamina, and spirit amazed large crowds gathered to watch these horses thunder down the track. The origins of the Thoroughbred horse date back to the 17th and 18th centuries. The breed was created when Turkoman, Barb, and Arabian breeding stallions were crossed with native English mares. In the next 200 years, Thoroughbreds spread worldwide as more countries recognized their value in racing. Thoroughbred horses are relatively tall, ranging from 15.2 to 17 hands in height. The most common colors are black,…

The Andalusian (a.k.a. Pure Spanish Horse or PRE) is one of the oldest Iberian horse breeds. Its power, beauty, and elegance inspired several iconic poets, writers, and artists, including William Shakespeare and Miguel de Cervantes. Throughout history, the Andalusian served as the warhorse of nobility in Europe. Due to exportation, disease, and warfare, breed numbers reduced drastically in the 19th century. To save the remaining pure stock, Spain restricted the export of Andalusians for over 100 years until 1964. The Andalusian horse is famous for its intelligence, agility, and good temperament. They are commonly gray, with an average height of…

The Akhal-Teke is an oriental horse breed originating in the Karakum desert of Turkmenistan. The Teke tribe established the breed thousands of years ago within the Akhal oasis line, hence “Akhal-Teke.” Akhal-Teke horses are truly unique in their appearance, character, and abilities. They have long, sleek bodies with extremely fine skin and almond-shaped eyes. Known for their distinctive metallic sheen, they are often cream or palomino, but occur in all solid colors. The Akhal-Teke breed is infamously hardy with superior speed and stamina. They are generally 14.2 to 16 hands tall and have strong hooves ideal for traveling on desert…