Presenting the Russian cosmonaut Fyodor Yurchikhin, and his fantastic photographs from the International Space Station. Cosmonauts are the Russian equivalent to Astronauts and this Russian Hero has been in space not once or twice but three times. In 2002 he flew on the Shuttle STS-112, and he later, twice went on the ISS in 2007 [...]
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Etna Erupts – January 12th, 2011 [23 Pics]
By Marcus Hirn on January 13, 2011 in Arial Photography, Environment, Featured, News, Phenomenon, Volcanoes
Mt Etna Erups on January 12th, 2011. It is the largest active volcano in Europe, currently standing 3,329 metres (10,922 ft) high. Mount Etna is one of the most active volcanoes in the world and is in an almost constant state of activity. The fertile volcanic soils support extensive agriculture, with vineyards and orchards spread [...]




