Racka Sheep

These are Racka sheep. The Racka is a unique breed with both ewes and rams possessing long spiral shaped horns. The breed is found in two major color patterns. The most common shows brown hair covering the heads and legs with the fleece varying in color from dark brown to light brown and white. Individuals are also found which are solid black. The wool tips on these animals fades to a reddish black with exposure to sunlight and with age the points of the fleece will turn gray. The Racka has been described as a hardy animal and is often used in crossbreeding due to its ability to pass this survivability to its offspring.

Lightning in Indian states 'kills 32'

At least 32 people have been killed following lightning strikes in the Indian states of Andhra Pradesh and Orissa, reports say.

Twenty-three people died in seven districts of Andhra Pradesh. Nine people were killed in the eastern state of Orissa.

Overgrown Australian sheep Chris 'breaks world record'

An overgrown Australian sheep affectionately named Chris has set a new unofficial world record following a hair cut from five shearers.

Welfare crews warned it risked death because it was so woolly from living in the wild for several years.

The Prettiest Homes in America

   If your current house is overrun with clutter...or crabgrass...or Fisher-Price jumparoos, take a break from your worrying and have a look at these nine beautiful abodes. From historic estates to zero-energy eco-havens, we’ve rounded up some of the prettiest residential spots in the entire country.

Fallingwater: Mill Run, Pennsylvania

Oh, Frank Lloyd Wright… what can’t you do? This iconic house built over a 30-foot waterfall is a total architectural marvel, thanks to cantilevered floors and T-shaped beams integrated into a monolithic slab of reinforced concrete.

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Draco volans the Flying lizards, Rare and Unique animals

Draco volans, commonly known as the flying dragon, is a species of lizard endemic to Southeast Asia.
It is a member of the genus of gliding lizards Draco. It can spread out folds of skin attached to its movable ribs to form "wings" that it uses to glide from tree to tree over distances upwards of 8 metres

These 10 Quotes by Brad and Angelina Will Inspire Serious Relationship Goals

While the world watched on the big screen as Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie fell in love in the 2004 hit Mr. and Mrs. Smith, these two were originally tight-lipped about their relationship. 10 years, six kids, and one year of marriage later, the couple has found multiple occasions to open up about what makes their love and marriage work. 

Take a look at these 10 incredible quotes on love by Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie Pitt. 

10. “The children certainly tie us together, but a relationship... (Read more...)

BAMBOO BIKE From INDONESIA

An Indonesian bicycle maker has released an environment-friendly new bicycle with frames made from bamboo. The manufacturer claims the bamboo frames are reportedly stronger than carbon frames found on modern bikes.

BAMBOO SHOOTS, WORLD UNIQUE FOOD

It’s nearly impossible to hang around foodies these days without hearing the words organic, sustainable, or some form of the word local (locally sourced, buying local, locavore). Well, today I’m going to propose a new type of backyard crop that’s all of these things – you might even have some in your backyard already.

BAMBOO GUITAR from INDONESIA

Indonesia Bamboo Guitar

INDONESIAN BAMBOO COMMUNITY
 
It has long been known bamboo communities in Indonesia and use it in everyday life, both to build a house, household appliances, handicrafts, musical instruments, and others.
It is not independent of the availability of bamboo that grow easily in the country and many bamboo