Osaka Aquarium just stepped up their gift shop game with these fat seal plushies

Germany has taken a bold step toward climate-proof cities with the invention of ultra-absorbent "smart roads"—engineered surfaces that soak up up to 4 tons of rainwater per minute. Instead of pooling and flooding, water is swiftly absorbed and redirected through porous layers beneath the surface. How it works: These permeable roads use a specialized concrete mix and layered drainage systems to channel water underground—protecting road surfaces, reducing aquaplaning risks, and preventing costly stormwater damage. This innovation is a response to Europe’s rising flood risks caused by climate change and extreme weather. The tech not only improves urban safety and road longevity, but also eases pressure on sewer systems. Imagine rain vanishing the second it touches the ground—Germany is paving the way, literally. #SmartRoads #GermanEngineering #FloodPrevention #ClimateResilience #UrbanInnovation

The four-eyed fish (Anableps) has a unique eye structure that enables it to see both above and below the water's surface simultaneously. Each eye is divided horizontally into two sections, with separate pupils and retinas adapted for aerial and aquatic vision. This adaptation helps the fish stay alert to predators and prey in both environments at once.

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Norwegian Gravlaks – Cured Salmon with Dill A Nordic delicacy: salmon fillet cured with sugar, salt, and dill, served thinly sliced with mustard-dill sauce and dark rye bread. Ingredients (Serves 6 as appetizer): * 500g fresh salmon fillet, skin-on * 2 tbsp sugar * 2 tbsp coarse sea salt * 1 tbsp crushed white peppercorns * 1 large bunch fresh dill * Optional: lemon zest, aquavit splash Instructions: 1. Mix sugar, salt, pepper, and zest. Rub all over salmon. 2. Cover with chopped dill and wrap tightly in plastic. 3. Press with a weight and refrigerate for 36–48 hours, turning once. 4. Rinse lightly and slice thin. Serve chilled with mustard sauce. Norwegian Tip: Pair with crisp rye crispbread (knekkebrød) or buttered dark rye.