While hiking through the giant cedars in Alberta, Canada, I experimented with long exposures combined with zooming with the shutter open. This was the result. • Download all new issues of Landscape Photography Magazine. • Download all back issues of Landscape Photography Magazine. • Download all new issues of Wild...

Giant Cedar, Alberta, Canada By Paul Hemstock

This old tree is on a hilltop and is largely hidden from view until you approach it. I picked the summer to photograph it as there was a good chance of a field of crops surrounding it rather than just bare soil. The lighting was ideal that day, as the...

Tarrant Old Tree, Dorset, England By Pete Rowbottom

Blanco, TX

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Brigid Pfeifer

There were a number of celebrities who passed away within the past week, including two notable actresses: Shelley Duvall and Shannen Doherty. Shelley Duvall passed away on Thursday July 11th at her home in Blanco, Texas. The cause of death was complications from diabetes and news of her death was confirmed by her partner Dan Gilroy.

Two Beloved Hollywood Actresses Have Passed Away This Week

Lancaster County, PA

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Fans of Frisco's Chicken were left reeling as the beloved Peruvian-style eatery announced the closure of all its locations in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania. The chain, known for its delicious food and strong community values, posted a heartfelt note on its doors, informing customers of the devastating news.

Favorite Chicken Chain Suddenly Closes All Stores, Heartfelt Message Found on Doors

New York City, NY

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Yesterday was the third time this year that an ad stating Chelsea Clinton lives in a beautiful Virginia home popped up on my laptop. My computer did not warn me this was a dangerous site, so this time, I clicked on the link.

Chelsea Clinton is rumored to be living in Virginia but probably still in NYC

According to the Wildlife Conservation Society (WCS), cross river gorillas, a subspecies of the western gorilla, are the world’s rarest gorilla species. WCS says there are only about 300 of them left in the wild, and humans very rarely see them. That’s why recent trail-cam footage of a whole troop of cross river gorillas, including several babies, is so exciting.

World’s Rarest Gorillas Spotted on Trail Cam (With Babies!)

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After 10 gripping episodes, Race to Survive: New Zealand has finally come to an end. After 40 long days traversing 150 miles of New Zealand’s most treacherous terrain, just three teams out of nine are left standing to compete for the chance to claim the $500,000 prize pot. Over the grueling course of the race, more contestants left the competition voluntarily due to injury rather than were actually eliminated at the finish crate of each leg. Of course, fans remember that former frontrunners—river guides Corry Jones and Oliver Dev—were disqualified after breaking one of the race’s many rules to protect...

Who Won ‘Race To Survive: New Zealand’?

Chicago, IL

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Shortly before 3 AM, people in the Chicago area may have felt their houses shake as a 3.4-magnitude earthquake occurred about 60 miles west of the city. (CHICAGO) The United States Geological Survey (USGS) reported a 3.4-magnitude earthquake around Somonauk, IL. Somonauk is in DeKalb and LaSalle Counties, 64 miles west of Chicago.

Did You Feel the Earthquake?

Two of the world’s most endangered parrots have been united as part of a breeding program to help save the beautiful species from extinction. The pair of red-fronted macaws have arrived at Twycross Zoo in Leicester, England, with the hope they will “fall in love” and breed—adding to the total number of fewer than 300 remaining in the wild.

Two Rare Parrots Sent From Different Zoos So They Might ‘Fall in Love’ and Save Species With Just 300 Wild Birds Left

The Independent

A stark reminder of the dangers of climbing Mount Everest is being revealed as global warming is exposing more corpses than ever on the world’s tallest peak.Five unidentified bodies have recently been removed from the mountain by Nepal’s army, including one skeleton, and a corpse that took 11 hours to free as it was encased in ice up to the head. An estimated 300 people have lost their lives attempting to scale the mountain since the 1920s, and it has attracted particular controversy in recent years because of overcrowding concerns over so-called adventure tourists. At least eight people have lost...

Five bodies retrieved from Mount Everest as melting snow reveals highest peak ‘turning into graveyard’

Virginia State

History Facts lists eight names US parents no longer give their newborns, which you may no longer hear in Virginia. The girls' names are Doris, Gertrude, Mildred, and Judith. I know or have known women with all four names, but they are either baby boomers or boomer parents' ages and someone's grandma or great aunt. Consider the ages of females in Virginia you know with these names.

Eight names parents in Virginia may no longer be giving to their newborns

The US Sun

THE "DEATHTRAP" ravine where Jay Slater's body was found has been revealed in dramatic drone footage. The clip of the treacherous landscape shows terrifying ridges and rocky cliff-edges, with a near-vertical drop of up to a deadly 300ft each side. Searchers discovered Jay's remains on Monday - four weeks after...

Inside ‘deathtrap’ ravine where Jay Slater’s body found as footage shows treacherous landscape

A history group has uncovered a 2,000-year-old Roman road running under a school playing field. The cobbled street thought to date back to AD 43 was found in the Oxfordshire village of Brightwell-cum-Sotwell following months of searches. Roman coins, pottery and other items from the Medieval period were also unearthed...

'It's not every day you find a Roman road in your school field'

Yazoo County, MS

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YAZOO COUNTY, Miss. (WLBT) - A shocking incident has led to the arrest of two individuals on charges of statutory rape, as reported by the Yazoo County Sheriff's Department. According to Sheriff Jeremy McCoy, the incident unfolded following a call received by Yazoo County deputies on July 5 at approximately 6:20 a.m. The call indicated that a 13-year-old girl was in a vehicle with a 20-year-old man. Deputies promptly responded to the scene and encountered both individuals along with the girl's parents.

Former Deputy of Yazoo County Charged with Rape of a 13-year-old

Minnesota State

Minnesota is known for its lakes, forests, and friendly folks. But there’s one hidden gem that stands out even among the well-trodden paths of the Land of 10,000 Lakes. Forestville/Mystery Cave State Park, located in Preston, offers a unique blend of natural beauty and subterranean intrigue. With underground lakes,...

This Mysterious Underground Lake Is One Of Minnesota’s Best-Kept Secrets

Step into the remnants of forgotten Wild West villages in the United States. Witness the eerie ghost towns frozen in time, showcasing the rise and fall of economic fortunes. Explore once-thriving mining communities now deserted, reflecting the boom and bust cycles of the past. Discover famous abandoned landmarks that tell unique stories of past glory, attracting thrill-seekers with their haunted allure. Experience the reasons behind their desertion, from environmental disasters to economic collapse. These modern-day ghost towns stand as eerie reminders of a bygone era, preserved to maintain their historical significance. Uncover the mysteries of these lost settlements.

Forgotten Wild West Villages: United States Ghost Towns

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Kim Kardashian and Kanye West are two of the biggest celebrities in modern times. While much of the happenings between the two involved their marriage and divorce, there are bigger things for them to focus on. Most notably their children.

Kim Kardashian and Kanye West’s Son Diagnosed With Rare Skin Condition

Utah State

I remember when I first moved to Southern Utah (it's been nearly 30 years) and met my first scorpion. I was sitting in the office at work toiling away on the computer late in the evening, wearing shorts, a t-shirt and sandals, when this white (practically translucent) scorpion came skittering across the floor, inches from my bare toes.

Unveiling The Mysteries Of Scorpions In Southern Utah

Ronkonkoma, NY

The New York Post reveals that two men who died in a plane crash at MacArthur Airport were from Virginia. The men had been visiting friends in Long Island and were returning home when the tragedy occurred.

Life partners from Virginia have been identified as the victims of a New York plane crash

Illinois State

Every year, new laws that were passed the prior year go into effect on July 1. In 2024, a number of new laws will begin this Monday. Among them include higher wages for tipped employees, a gas tax increase, and driver's licenses for undocumented immigrants.

New Laws July 1: Driver's Licenses for Undocumented Migrants, Raises for Tipped Workers, and More

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Solitary Tree, Borrowdale Mill, Lake District, England By Anni Romanov

The photograph was taken in the picturesque Lake District of England, near Borrowdale Mill. The image features a solitary tree standing majestically in an open field,...

Solitary Tree, Borrowdale Mill, Lake District, England By Anni Romanov

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