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The Logan Rock of Treen Source: wikipedia Perched on the honey-coloured granite cliffs of West Cornwall, the Logan Rock of Treen has inspired sailors, poets and tourists for two centuries. It is a classic “logan” or rocking stone — a large boulder so precisely balanced on its bed that a human hand can cause it to wobble — and it stands as one of Cornwall’s most enduring and romantic natural curiosities. More than a geological oddity, the Logan Rock is woven into local history, legend and the dramatic coastal landscape around the headland of Treryn Dinas. Wikipedia +1 Geography and setting The Logan Rock sits above steep cliffs and looks out over the turquoise sweep of the English Channel, near the tiny village of Treen and within sight of iconic local places such as Porthcurno and the Minack Theatre. The stone itself is part of the Treryn Dinas promontory — an Iron Age cliff castle with multiple lines of fortification — and the whole area is protected as part of Cornwall’s Area of Outs...

Why Churchill, Canada Built a Jail for Polar Bears Living in Churchill, in northern Manitoba, is not for the faint of heart. This remote town on the edge of Hudson Bay—some 1,000 km north of Winnipeg—is famous for its polar bears. Each fall, as the sea ice melts and the bears wait for it to refreeze, many wander onto land, and some inevitably wander close to or into the town. Over decades, Churchill has developed an innovative, if unusual, response to this challenge: the Polar Bear Holding Facility, commonly known as the “Polar Bear Jail.” It is a facility built to reduce human‐bear conflict, protect both townspeople and bears, and find a way to coexist with one of nature’s top predators. The idea of the Polar Bear Jail was born out of necessity. Prior to its creation, bears that came too close to people or were judged dangerous were simply shot. This changed in the early 1980s—1982 or 1983 depending on sources—after a number of incidents, including at least one serious mauling. Wikip...

 The Pyramids of Anlong County: Nature’s Geometric Masterpiece Nestled in Anlong County in Guizhou Province, southwest China, a striking cluster of pyramid-shaped hills has recently captured the imagination of netizens and tourists alike. What looks like an ancient citadel, or even alien architecture, is in fact a breathtaking natural formation—a testament to geological time, not human hands. Earlier in 2024, aerial videos and photographs from Anlong went viral, showing several sharply-peaked hills that resemble the iconic pyramids of Egypt. Some online comments speculated wildly—ranging from claims of ancient royal tombs to extraterrestrial involvement. But geologists and local experts have stepped in to clarify: these are natural hills, not man-made monuments. Understanding how and why they are shaped this way helps us appreciate their beauty even more. The key to their pyramid-like appearance lies in the unique geological history of the region. These hills are primarily compos...

  Macquarie Island’s Ecological Upheaval Far out in the Southern Ocean, roughly halfway between Tasmania and Antarctica, lies Macquarie Island — a UNESCO World Heritage Site renowned for its rugged terrain, unique wildlife, and dramatic ecological challenges. Over recent decades, this subantarctic island has faced severe ecological upheaval. However, it also offers hopeful lessons in restoration, protection, and resilience. What is Macquarie Island? Macquarie Island is not just a remote patch of land; it is the exposed crest of the Macquarie Ridge , a geological boundary where the Indo‑Australian plate meets the Pacific plate. This makes the island geologically unique, with exposed oceanic crust and mantle and ongoing tectonic activity. UNESCO World Heritage Centre +1 It hosts endemic plant life, seabirds including penguins and albatrosses, marine mammals, and a fragile ecosystem shaped by harsh weather, isolation, and oceanic currents. WWF Australia +1 The Drivers of Ecolo...

  Introduction Nestled in Anlong County , Guizhou Province , southwest China, a spectacular natural phenomenon has recently emerged as a viral sensation and a flourishing tourist attraction: the pyramidal mountains , affectionately dubbed the “Pyramids of Anlong County.” These unusual geological formations, resembling miniature versions of the Egyptian pyramids, have drawn in curious travelers, geologists, and social media enthusiasts alike. What Are the Anlong “Pyramids”? These pyramid-like hills are natural conical peaks , part of a classic karst landscape —formed by soluble rock erosion over millions of years. Despite captivating speculation, they are not man-made tombs or extraterrestrial constructs, but rather Earth’s own artistry in stone. Amusing Planet Global Times South China Morning Post Geological Formation: Natural or Human-Made? Expert Insight —According to Professor Zhou Qiuwen of Guizhou Normal University, these formations are purely geological, not constructe...