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This Plant's Sting Lasts YEARS After the Initial Impact

I have a somewhat spiritual view of the world, and I like to think we are all children of mother nature. Since the dawn of humankind, mother nature has nurtured us through each step of our lives. B..

These Projects Show That Nature & Urbanization Can Mix

Here are the 10 best sustainable initiatives being undertaken in the world today: 1. Farming Kindergarten, Dongnai, Vietnam This green kindergarten actually covers the top of a building in Dongnai. It was designed by architect Vo Trong Nghai to sit atop the roof of his firm.

Reduce the Appearance of Cellulite With These Exercises

Knees-to-chest hugs The initial position: Lie flat on your back. Keep your legs straight and your arms by your sides.

Signs for the Homeless - Lovely!

Signs for the homesless is a Boston-based initiative that takes the time to sit with various homeless people and hear their story. Their stories are later shared on their site and hopefully viewed by those who may help.

I Didn't Know Billionaires Were This Generous!

He has already given away nearly three-quarters of his wealth to anti-hunger and education initiatives in his native country. 6.

The Stunning Landscapes of Nathan Spotts!

My initial inspiration came from my parents. My current inspiration comes from everything around me, particularly the beautiful places I go and the wonderful people in my life." Says Nathan. His works have been shown and published by multiple art and design magazines, books, and galleries.

6 Quick, Easy, and Fun Resistance Band Exercises

Return your arms to the initial position of the exercise slowly. Do not release the tension and leave your hands at the sides of the body. Repeat the exercise 10-12 times. [related_articles] 2. Hug a tree Stay with your arms at your sides as in the previous exercise, and point your palms forward.

Touching Photography of Animals From All Around the World

Over 100 different photographers and conservationists from all around the world participate in this initiative that will last through December 31st. You can view these stunning shots below and shop for a print here .

Bent Objects - Funny and Creative!

He studied photography in school and initially made his living as a commercial photographer. When that grew old he tried cartooning, then landed in sculpture. “I couldn’t have planned it if I tried,” says Border, who has published two books and is currently working on several new projects.

How Many Facts About Common Items Do You Know?

When it comes to every day items, we often don't pay attention to how the item was created, or what it was initially used for.

Pass on the Salt! FDA Issues New Guidelines On Salt Intake

Given that these foods make up the bulk of Americans’ salt consumption, the initiative should be able to reduce the public’s daily sodium intake to 3,000 mg a day in the next few years.

The Truth Behind These Animal Myths Will Shock You

We think we know everything there is to know about animals, though the truth is different to what we initially thought. Here are a list of facts about animals we thought to be true.

12 Words You Probably Didn't Know Were Acronyms

An acronym is a type of abbreviation formed by taking the initial letters of a phrase or set of words and combining them to create a new word. The resulting word is then pronounced as a word itself, rather than as individual letters.

Click to Transform Caterpillars Into Moths and Butterflies!

Both butterflies and moths have four stages of life – they go from the initial egg to a caterpillar, then to a cocoon and finally to a butterfly or moth.

These Beautiful Birds Aren't Your Average Chickens

., he was initially drawn to capturing these chickens after wanting a Concincina as a pet. His first Concincina hen Jessica stole his heart and he has since been taking hundreds of photos of chickens and roosters. After looking through the images below, it is clear to see why.