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A peck between penguins
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Star Wars Day
Star Wars Day
Lightsabers gleam and droids beep; let"s all geek! During this galactic holiday, fans around the world unite to revel in everything Star Wars—from watching these saga films to dressing up as their favourite characters. Today"s image flashes out a filming location from the "Star Wars" sequel trilogy, the island of Skellig Michael, off the coast of southwestern Ireland. This UNESCO World Heritage landmark houses a preserved monastery from the 6th century, founded by early monks. The site"s beehive huts and stone staircases were showcased as the backdrop of a cloistered island on planet Ahch-To, where Jedi Master Luke Skywalker sought refuge in "Star Wars: The Force Awakens." Skellig Michael"s abundant seabird population, including puffins, inspired the creation of the penguin-like porgs that roost on Ahch-To. So, grab your Wookiee co-pilot, hop in your starship and may the force be strong as you journey through this galactic Earth location not so far away!Desktop Version
Daylight saving time begins
Daylight saving time begins
It"s that time of year again—when clocks spring forward, stealing an hour of sleep but giving us longer evenings to enjoy. Daylight saving time (DST) starts today at 2 AM, reminding us that time, quite literally, waits for no one. The idea is simple: maximising daylight and reducing energy consumption by syncing our activities with the natural light cycle. This concept was popularised by Benjamin Franklin in the 18th century, though his suggestion to "save candles" was more satirical than a serious proposal. Fast forward to the early 20th century, and many countries adopted DST to conserve fuel during wartime. Today, DST runs from March to November in around 70 countries, giving us eight months of extended evening light.Desktop Version
Turkey Tail Mushroom
Turkey Tail Mushroom
Mushrooms are not plants but fungi, each of whose variety has its own importance. Poisonous jack-o"-lantern mushrooms are sometimes misidentified as edible chanterelles. Other types are primarily used for medicine, such as today"s species, turkey tail, named for its likeness, which has been used for treating lung conditions in traditional Chinese medicine. Recent research showed them exhibiting anti-tumour properties and helping fortify the immune system. Many make great meal additions, and from portobello to shiitake mushrooms, there are thousands of edible species out there. Sautéed, stuffed, sliced, on a pizza, or in soup, it is time to bring some umami fun(gi) to your plate!Desktop Version
The grass looks greener on this side
The grass looks greener on this side
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A gorge-ous place to drop in
A gorge-ous place to drop in
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Pumpkin field, Victoria, British Columbia
Pumpkin field, Victoria, British Columbia
As autumn blankets the landscape in amber hues and the chill of Halloween approaches, the time-honoured tradition of carving jack-o"-lanterns comes to life. In Canada, as Irish immigrants settled, abundant pumpkins became the ideal substitutes for the turnips and potatoes they had previously used to create lanterns. By hollowing out pumpkins and lighting them with candles, they transformed the gourds into flickering defences against evil spirits.Desktop Version
‘A sustainable and peaceful common future’
‘A sustainable and peaceful common future’
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Bridging the gap two ways
Bridging the gap two ways
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The road less taken?
The road less taken?
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World Architecture Day
World Architecture Day
Build your excitement—it"s World Architecture Day. Initiated by the International Union of Architects in 1985, this day is celebrated on the first Monday of October. Today"s image features the Elbphilharmonie on the Grasbrook peninsula of the Elbe River in Hamburg, Germany. Designed by the Swiss architecture firm Herzog & de Meuron, this concert hall is a modern architectural marvel perched atop an old brick warehouse from 1963.Desktop Version
A grand view
A grand view
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This snow will never melt
This snow will never melt
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San Gimignano, Siena, Italy
San Gimignano, Siena, Italy
These medieval towers stand tall over San Gimignano, a small town near Siena in north-central Italy. In the Middle Ages, a town grew up around a church dedicated to Saint Geminianus—San Gimignano in Italian. As well as being a popular stop for pilgrims on their way to Rome, the town prospered thanks to its trade in local Vernaccia wine and saffron, which is grown in the nearby hills. However, when the Black Death struck in 1348, half the population was lost, slowing the town"s development and preserving its medieval character to this day.Desktop Version
Sports where you least expect it
Sports where you least expect it
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Coastal redwoods in Redwood National and State Parks, California, United States
Coastal redwoods in Redwood National and State Parks, California, United States
Today, we are at one of the many forests that have been celebrating nature for thousands of years. Step into a world where trees touch the sky. The redwood groves of Redwood National and State Parks (RNSP) in California, United States, are home to some of the tallest trees on Earth, soaring over 113 metres high. The combined RNSP contain Redwood National Park, Del Norte Coast Redwoods State Park, Jedediah Smith Redwoods State Park and Prairie Creek Redwoods State Park. Some of these redwoods were alive when the Mayans built their temples, and the Great Wall of China was under construction. Protected since 1968, the park preserves nearly half of the world"s remaining old-growth redwoods.Desktop Version
Colours of Colorado
Colours of Colorado
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A day for the worlds Indigenous populations
A day for the worlds Indigenous populations
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Will we be ready for the ‘big one?’
Will we be ready for the ‘big one?’
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Babbling on and on
Babbling on and on
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Wind-powered ice racing
Wind-powered ice racing
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Majestic lord of the skies
Majestic lord of the skies
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When just a pinch of salt won’t do
When just a pinch of salt won’t do
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Flying the flag for Pride
Flying the flag for Pride
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Ordesa y Monte Perdido National Park
Ordesa y Monte Perdido National Park
Immerse yourself in the majesty of Ordesa y Monte Perdido National Park, Spain"s oldest protected natural sanctuary. The park houses the Añisclo canyon, a result of the relentless work of the river Bellos carving through the limestone, creating a marvel that dates back millions of years. The park was established in 1918, with the primary aim of preserving the high mountain landscape of the surrounding region. A UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1997, the area predominantly has rugged terrain, limestone formations and a plethora of karst features including sinkholes and caves. The park"s name, Monte Perdido, meaning "Lost Mountain", reflects the grandeur of its second-highest peak, often covered in mist. Here, golden eagles soar overhead, and the rare call of the bearded vulture echoes against the stone. Lose yourself in the raw beauty of Ordesa, where each path tells a tale of time"s relentless march.Desktop Version