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- Anna’s hummingbird is a tiny bird known for its shiny purple color. Funny thing is, that color isn’t from pigment. It’s actually caused by microscopic structures in the feathers. These tiny layers act like mirrors, so the color changes depending on the angle.
- Romek66 (@romek66.bsky.social)| sculpture by Krista Baumgärtel
- Unique interior of the Shenzhen Library in China.
- When he zoomed in 100× he spotted the leopard only to realize it had been watching him the whole time
- I made a custom business sign for a buddy of mine who’s a carpenter :)
- This Bird Weighs 30 Grams. It Navigates the Entire Ocean. #stormpetrel #shorts
- The most lopsided country in the world #brazil #brasil #brazilian #geography #brasileirão #history
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Rio de Janeiro Carnival carnage
Well sort of, but that is Rio’s dark reputation 😉 The first big goal for 2016 was Carnival in Rio. We looked at the challenge and decided there were only 2 keys things to do, and then left the rest … Continue reading
Mapped: The whole of underground Manchester
I’ve always been fascinated by the hidden tunnels and chambers beneath our streets and Manchester has more than its fair share. I bought the book Underground Manchester a few years ago and thought it pretty comprehensively covered this secret world … Continue reading
Scientists find clues to the mystery of what causes lightning
It’s well-known that lightning is an electric current—a quick, powerful burst of charge that flows within a cloud or between a cloud and the ground. But surprisingly, scientists still don’t fully understand how the initial spark forms that generates such … Continue reading
Lula and Dilma Supporters Respond to Anti-Government Protests
Supporters of Brazil’s left-wing Workers’ Party leaders responded to anti-government protests by organizing cultural activities. Supporters of Brazilian President Dilma Rousseff and former President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva took to the streets of Rio de Janeiro Sunday to protest … Continue reading
#20 Take to the streets in protest
About three million Brazilians reportedly took to the streets today to protest against the government and corruption. Today I was looking after my daughter so I didn’t go in person but last year the protest I attended not only provided … Continue reading
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It’s probably best to start with the question, “What is Klezmer”?
Historically, Klezmer is the musical tradition that arose from the wedding music of the Ashkenazi Jews in Eastern Europe. To listen to, think folk music with the mysterious sounds of Eastern European modal melodies that make you want to get up … Continue reading
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Tagged Angel Meadow, Cheetam Hill, Irish, Jewish, Klezmer, L'chaim Kapelye, live music, Manchester, Manchester Jewish Museum, Michael Kahan Kapelye, music, Red Bank, Religion, UoM
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Short Post: Biology and Life
Originally posted on IamLliw:
I have been looking for a steady job now for almost a year now and one of the questions I get asked the most is why? Why am I pursuing or want to pursue a career…
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通过孩子的手 – By Children’s Hands
Originally posted on The Chengdu Chapter:
I have no words today. Click the picture to learn more about human rights violations that are still being practiced to this day.
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Dilma Rouseff’s Impeachment Would Not Clean Up Corruption in Brazil
Brazil has seen drama like this many times before. http://fortune.com/2016/03/14/brazil-dilma-rouseffs-impeachment/