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FEATURE - Die US-Armee hat ihr neuestes Abwehrsystem gegen feindliche Drohnen vorgeführt
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The U.S. Army has showed off its latest defence against hostile drone units: ‘stringer streamers’ fired from a small flying interceptor.
An announcement Monday (7 June) stated that recent tests at Eglin Air Force Base saw DARPA’s Mobile Force Protection (MFP) program successfully demonstrated a Counter-Unmanned Air System (C-UAS) “multilayer defense architecture” to defeat unauthorised drone intrusions over military installations or operations. DARPA (Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency) is a research and development agency of the United States Department of Defense responsible for the development of emerging technologies for use by the military.
The demo highlighted the requirement that the system field non-kinetic solutions pushed concepts that could be employed in and around civilian areas.
DARPA explained: “The primary drone negation mechanism shoots strong, stringy streamers from reusable interceptors that foul propellers causing loss of propulsion.”
In the test, the technology demonstrator successfully neutralised tactically-relevant drones using a newly-developed X band radar that automatically senses and identifies unmanned aerial system threats. The radar then pairs targets to specific interceptors through an automated decision engine tied to a command and control system, launching and guiding rotary and fixed wing interceptors with two types of drone countermeasures while on the move and without operator intervention.
Development of this low-cost reusable drone interceptor system approach began four years ago with the aim of creating an integrated system for thwarting attacks from self-guided small unmanned aircraft. The goal is to protect high value convoys moving through potentially populated regions where there is a requirement to avoid using explosive defensive weapons and mitigate collateral damage.
“Because we were focusing on protecting mobile assets, the
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DUK10143189_001
FEATURE - Renitenter junger Pavian wird an seinem Schwanz mitgeschleift
THIS PICTURE: One baboon from the troop has had enough with the youngster's antics and grabs it by the tail and starts pulling it in the direction of travel.
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If you struggled to get the kids back to school, then you know the feeling!
These hilarious pictures show a cheeky young chacma baboon being dragged by its tail.
Photographer Michelle Storm captured the scene in South Africa’s Kruger National Park in April 2021.
She explains:
I took these photographs during the daily morning dispersal of the baboons. During the night they often sleep in large groups on high rocks or in tall trees to avoid nocturnal predators.
The morning dispersal from the sleeping site is synchronised, with all the members leaving at the same time. They will then forage during the day and return to the sleep site during the late afternoon.
This process can be very entertaining to watch as there is a lot of running, playing, fighting going on. In this case, the whole troop were on the move, but this youngster was causing chaos.
First hitching a ride on mum's back, then decided to get off and started pestering the rest of the troop until one baboon had enough and grabbed it by the tail and started pulling it in the direction of travel.
Where: Kruger National Park , South Africa
When: 28 May 2021
Credit: Michelle Storm/Cover-Images.com
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FEATURE - Eichhörnchen an den eigenen Olympischen Spielen
Ready for the Olympics? These sporty squirrels certainly are.
These hilarious images are the work of animal photographer Geert Weggen.
He creates quirky scenes by placing tiny props and getting garden squirrels to interact.
The 52-year-old from Bispgarden, Sweden, explains: "For many years I did not see big sport events, but when the Euro football tournament was almost towards an end, I started to see some matches and liked it. But it was too late to do a squirrel series and so I thought that I would do an Olympic series instead, because I had about 3 weeks left for this event.
“There about 10 different squirrels, both young and old ones. To make them trust me, most of the time I move slowly and be very quiet. I show up often so that they get used to me. Also, in not giving them attention sometimes and doing other things, that can make them curious. And food helps, of course. When they understand that I am the one putting out food, the trust comes easier.
“I would say the boxing set-up is my favourite. I had this idea for years and made the props and bought the gloves many years ago, but never started to work at it I never saw this idea before in photography, and that made my choice.”
Where: Bispgården, Jämtland, Sweden
When: 07 May 2021
Credit: Geert Weggen/Cover-Images.com
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FEATURE - Renitenter junger Pavian wird an seinem Schwanz mitgeschleift
THIS PICTURE: One baboon from the troop has had enough with the youngster's antics and grabs it by the tail and starts pulling it in the direction of travel.
....
STORY CAPTION:
If you struggled to get the kids back to school, then you know the feeling!
These hilarious pictures show a cheeky young chacma baboon being dragged by its tail.
Photographer Michelle Storm captured the scene in South Africa’s Kruger National Park in April 2021.
She explains:
I took these photographs during the daily morning dispersal of the baboons. During the night they often sleep in large groups on high rocks or in tall trees to avoid nocturnal predators.
The morning dispersal from the sleeping site is synchronised, with all the members leaving at the same time. They will then forage during the day and return to the sleep site during the late afternoon.
This process can be very entertaining to watch as there is a lot of running, playing, fighting going on. In this case, the whole troop were on the move, but this youngster was causing chaos.
First hitching a ride on mum's back, then decided to get off and started pestering the rest of the troop until one baboon had enough and grabbed it by the tail and started pulling it in the direction of travel.
Where: Kruger National Park , South Africa
When: 20 Apr 2021
Credit: Michelle Storm/Cover-Images.com
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DUK10143189_003
FEATURE - Renitenter junger Pavian wird an seinem Schwanz mitgeschleift
THIS PICTURE: One baboon from the troop has had enough with the youngster's antics and grabs it by the tail and starts pulling it in the direction of travel.
....
STORY CAPTION:
If you struggled to get the kids back to school, then you know the feeling!
These hilarious pictures show a cheeky young chacma baboon being dragged by its tail.
Photographer Michelle Storm captured the scene in South Africa’s Kruger National Park in April 2021.
She explains:
I took these photographs during the daily morning dispersal of the baboons. During the night they often sleep in large groups on high rocks or in tall trees to avoid nocturnal predators.
The morning dispersal from the sleeping site is synchronised, with all the members leaving at the same time. They will then forage during the day and return to the sleep site during the late afternoon.
This process can be very entertaining to watch as there is a lot of running, playing, fighting going on. In this case, the whole troop were on the move, but this youngster was causing chaos.
First hitching a ride on mum's back, then decided to get off and started pestering the rest of the troop until one baboon had enough and grabbed it by the tail and started pulling it in the direction of travel.
Where: Kruger National Park , South Africa
When: 20 Apr 2021
Credit: Michelle Storm/Cover-Images.com
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FEATURE - Renitenter junger Pavian wird an seinem Schwanz mitgeschleift
If you struggled to get the kids back to school, then you know the feeling!
These hilarious pictures show a cheeky young chacma baboon being dragged by its tail.
Photographer Michelle Storm captured the scene in South Africa’s Kruger National Park in April 2021.
She explains:
I took these photographs during the daily morning dispersal of the baboons. During the night they often sleep in large groups on high rocks or in tall trees to avoid nocturnal predators.
The morning dispersal from the sleeping site is synchronised, with all the members leaving at the same time. They will then forage during the day and return to the sleep site during the late afternoon.
This process can be very entertaining to watch as there is a lot of running, playing, fighting going on. In this case, the whole troop were on the move, but this youngster was causing chaos.
First hitching a ride on mum's back, then decided to get off and started pestering the rest of the troop until one baboon had enough and grabbed it by the tail and started pulling it in the direction of travel.
Where: Kruger National Park , South Africa
When: 20 Apr 2021
Credit: Michelle Storm/Cover-Images.com
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DUK10142059_003
FEATURE - Seltener Anblick: USAF-Luftwaffenflugzeug wird im Flug über Grossbritannien aufgetankt
Aviation photographer Mark Bell captured the rare sight of USAF Air Force aircraft being refuelled over the UK on Monday (19 April).
He explains: “I captured these two USAF Air Force aircraft this afternoon refuelling at 27,000ft, 8 miles east over the coast at Newcastle Upon Tyne.
“The rear aircraft is very rare: A Boeing RC-135S Cobra Ball and one of only 3 in the world part of the US Air Force.”
Where: Newcastle Upon Tyne, United Kingdom
When: 19 Apr 2021
Credit: Mark Bell/Cover-Images.com
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DUK10142059_002
FEATURE - Seltener Anblick: USAF-Luftwaffenflugzeug wird im Flug über Grossbritannien aufgetankt
Aviation photographer Mark Bell captured the rare sight of USAF Air Force aircraft being refuelled over the UK on Monday (19 April).
He explains: “I captured these two USAF Air Force aircraft this afternoon refuelling at 27,000ft, 8 miles east over the coast at Newcastle Upon Tyne.
“The rear aircraft is very rare: A Boeing RC-135S Cobra Ball and one of only 3 in the world part of the US Air Force.”
Where: Newcastle Upon Tyne, United Kingdom
When: 19 Apr 2021
Credit: Mark Bell/Cover-Images.com
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FEATURE - Seltener Anblick: USAF-Luftwaffenflugzeug wird im Flug über Grossbritannien aufgetankt
Aviation photographer Mark Bell captured the rare sight of USAF Air Force aircraft being refuelled over the UK on Monday (19 April).
He explains: “I captured these two USAF Air Force aircraft this afternoon refuelling at 27,000ft, 8 miles east over the coast at Newcastle Upon Tyne.
“The rear aircraft is very rare: A Boeing RC-135S Cobra Ball and one of only 3 in the world part of the US Air Force.”
Where: Newcastle Upon Tyne, United Kingdom
When: 19 Apr 2021
Credit: Mark Bell/Cover-Images.com
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FEATURE - Künstlerin Michelle Nguyen kreiert ultra-realistische Blumen aus Zuckerguss
If these beautiful blooms look good enough to eat, that’s because they are.
Award-winning artist Michelle Nguyen creates ultra-realistic flowers from sugar.
Melbourne-based Michelle started as a business student at university before taking an interest in books at the library which illustrated wildlife and flowers, which she would sketch.
After being influenced by wedding magazines depicting cakes adorned with sugar flowers, Michelle decided to take a course, before gaining confidence to enter sugar flower competitions.
Michelle’s work saw her take first place in large competitions, including the Royal Melbourne Agriculture Show and the International Cake Show Australia. She now runs Michelle’s Sweet Blossom, teaching private classes locally and abroad for international workshops in locations like Singapore and the United States.
Michelle explains: “For the past 7 years, I have been a sugar flower artist. I eventually became a professional instructor for the last 2 years and I’ve developed my own techniques and colouring concepts in which brought the sugar flowers to life. The secret to creating the progress of my sugar flowers are to do extensive research on a real flower before creating the sugar flower. I study the movements of petals, leaves and sometimes the stems itself. Nevertheless, the number one priority are the colouring techniques and to acknowledge what colour contrasts as well as layers- each one in the correct order. The main principle is to have eyes for detail and a lot of patience. My preferred flowers to create are dahlias and peonies. However, my specialities are roses."
Where: Melbourne, Australia
When: 16 Apr 2021
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FEATURE - Künstlerin Michelle Nguyen kreiert ultra-realistische Blumen aus Zuckerguss
If these beautiful blooms look good enough to eat, that’s because they are.
Award-winning artist Michelle Nguyen creates ultra-realistic flowers from sugar.
Melbourne-based Michelle started as a business student at university before taking an interest in books at the library which illustrated wildlife and flowers, which she would sketch.
After being influenced by wedding magazines depicting cakes adorned with sugar flowers, Michelle decided to take a course, before gaining confidence to enter sugar flower competitions.
Michelle’s work saw her take first place in large competitions, including the Royal Melbourne Agriculture Show and the International Cake Show Australia. She now runs Michelle’s Sweet Blossom, teaching private classes locally and abroad for international workshops in locations like Singapore and the United States.
Michelle explains: “For the past 7 years, I have been a sugar flower artist. I eventually became a professional instructor for the last 2 years and I’ve developed my own techniques and colouring concepts in which brought the sugar flowers to life. The secret to creating the progress of my sugar flowers are to do extensive research on a real flower before creating the sugar flower. I study the movements of petals, leaves and sometimes the stems itself. Nevertheless, the number one priority are the colouring techniques and to acknowledge what colour contrasts as well as layers- each one in the correct order. The main principle is to have eyes for detail and a lot of patience. My preferred flowers to create are dahlias and peonies. However, my specialities are roses."
Where: Melbourne, Australia
When: 16 Apr 2021
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FEATURE - Künstlerin Michelle Nguyen kreiert ultra-realistische Blumen aus Zuckerguss
If these beautiful blooms look good enough to eat, that’s because they are.
Award-winning artist Michelle Nguyen creates ultra-realistic flowers from sugar.
Melbourne-based Michelle started as a business student at university before taking an interest in books at the library which illustrated wildlife and flowers, which she would sketch.
After being influenced by wedding magazines depicting cakes adorned with sugar flowers, Michelle decided to take a course, before gaining confidence to enter sugar flower competitions.
Michelle’s work saw her take first place in large competitions, including the Royal Melbourne Agriculture Show and the International Cake Show Australia. She now runs Michelle’s Sweet Blossom, teaching private classes locally and abroad for international workshops in locations like Singapore and the United States.
Michelle explains: “For the past 7 years, I have been a sugar flower artist. I eventually became a professional instructor for the last 2 years and I’ve developed my own techniques and colouring concepts in which brought the sugar flowers to life. The secret to creating the progress of my sugar flowers are to do extensive research on a real flower before creating the sugar flower. I study the movements of petals, leaves and sometimes the stems itself. Nevertheless, the number one priority are the colouring techniques and to acknowledge what colour contrasts as well as layers- each one in the correct order. The main principle is to have eyes for detail and a lot of patience. My preferred flowers to create are dahlias and peonies. However, my specialities are roses."
Where: Melbourne, Australia
When: 16 Apr 2021
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FEATURE - Künstlerin Michelle Nguyen kreiert ultra-realistische Blumen aus Zuckerguss
If these beautiful blooms look good enough to eat, that’s because they are.
Award-winning artist Michelle Nguyen creates ultra-realistic flowers from sugar.
Melbourne-based Michelle started as a business student at university before taking an interest in books at the library which illustrated wildlife and flowers, which she would sketch.
After being influenced by wedding magazines depicting cakes adorned with sugar flowers, Michelle decided to take a course, before gaining confidence to enter sugar flower competitions.
Michelle’s work saw her take first place in large competitions, including the Royal Melbourne Agriculture Show and the International Cake Show Australia. She now runs Michelle’s Sweet Blossom, teaching private classes locally and abroad for international workshops in locations like Singapore and the United States.
Michelle explains: “For the past 7 years, I have been a sugar flower artist. I eventually became a professional instructor for the last 2 years and I’ve developed my own techniques and colouring concepts in which brought the sugar flowers to life. The secret to creating the progress of my sugar flowers are to do extensive research on a real flower before creating the sugar flower. I study the movements of petals, leaves and sometimes the stems itself. Nevertheless, the number one priority are the colouring techniques and to acknowledge what colour contrasts as well as layers- each one in the correct order. The main principle is to have eyes for detail and a lot of patience. My preferred flowers to create are dahlias and peonies. However, my specialities are roses."
Where: Melbourne, Australia
When: 16 Apr 2021
Credit: /Cover-Images.com
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DUK10142058_011
FEATURE - Künstlerin Michelle Nguyen kreiert ultra-realistische Blumen aus Zuckerguss
If these beautiful blooms look good enough to eat, that’s because they are.
Award-winning artist Michelle Nguyen creates ultra-realistic flowers from sugar.
Melbourne-based Michelle started as a business student at university before taking an interest in books at the library which illustrated wildlife and flowers, which she would sketch.
After being influenced by wedding magazines depicting cakes adorned with sugar flowers, Michelle decided to take a course, before gaining confidence to enter sugar flower competitions.
Michelle’s work saw her take first place in large competitions, including the Royal Melbourne Agriculture Show and the International Cake Show Australia. She now runs Michelle’s Sweet Blossom, teaching private classes locally and abroad for international workshops in locations like Singapore and the United States.
Michelle explains: “For the past 7 years, I have been a sugar flower artist. I eventually became a professional instructor for the last 2 years and I’ve developed my own techniques and colouring concepts in which brought the sugar flowers to life. The secret to creating the progress of my sugar flowers are to do extensive research on a real flower before creating the sugar flower. I study the movements of petals, leaves and sometimes the stems itself. Nevertheless, the number one priority are the colouring techniques and to acknowledge what colour contrasts as well as layers- each one in the correct order. The main principle is to have eyes for detail and a lot of patience. My preferred flowers to create are dahlias and peonies. However, my specialities are roses."
Where: Melbourne, Australia
When: 16 Apr 2021
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DUK10142058_010
FEATURE - Künstlerin Michelle Nguyen kreiert ultra-realistische Blumen aus Zuckerguss
If these beautiful blooms look good enough to eat, that’s because they are.
Award-winning artist Michelle Nguyen creates ultra-realistic flowers from sugar.
Melbourne-based Michelle started as a business student at university before taking an interest in books at the library which illustrated wildlife and flowers, which she would sketch.
After being influenced by wedding magazines depicting cakes adorned with sugar flowers, Michelle decided to take a course, before gaining confidence to enter sugar flower competitions.
Michelle’s work saw her take first place in large competitions, including the Royal Melbourne Agriculture Show and the International Cake Show Australia. She now runs Michelle’s Sweet Blossom, teaching private classes locally and abroad for international workshops in locations like Singapore and the United States.
Michelle explains: “For the past 7 years, I have been a sugar flower artist. I eventually became a professional instructor for the last 2 years and I’ve developed my own techniques and colouring concepts in which brought the sugar flowers to life. The secret to creating the progress of my sugar flowers are to do extensive research on a real flower before creating the sugar flower. I study the movements of petals, leaves and sometimes the stems itself. Nevertheless, the number one priority are the colouring techniques and to acknowledge what colour contrasts as well as layers- each one in the correct order. The main principle is to have eyes for detail and a lot of patience. My preferred flowers to create are dahlias and peonies. However, my specialities are roses."
Where: Melbourne, Australia
When: 16 Apr 2021
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DUK10142058_009
FEATURE - Künstlerin Michelle Nguyen kreiert ultra-realistische Blumen aus Zuckerguss
If these beautiful blooms look good enough to eat, that’s because they are.
Award-winning artist Michelle Nguyen creates ultra-realistic flowers from sugar.
Melbourne-based Michelle started as a business student at university before taking an interest in books at the library which illustrated wildlife and flowers, which she would sketch.
After being influenced by wedding magazines depicting cakes adorned with sugar flowers, Michelle decided to take a course, before gaining confidence to enter sugar flower competitions.
Michelle’s work saw her take first place in large competitions, including the Royal Melbourne Agriculture Show and the International Cake Show Australia. She now runs Michelle’s Sweet Blossom, teaching private classes locally and abroad for international workshops in locations like Singapore and the United States.
Michelle explains: “For the past 7 years, I have been a sugar flower artist. I eventually became a professional instructor for the last 2 years and I’ve developed my own techniques and colouring concepts in which brought the sugar flowers to life. The secret to creating the progress of my sugar flowers are to do extensive research on a real flower before creating the sugar flower. I study the movements of petals, leaves and sometimes the stems itself. Nevertheless, the number one priority are the colouring techniques and to acknowledge what colour contrasts as well as layers- each one in the correct order. The main principle is to have eyes for detail and a lot of patience. My preferred flowers to create are dahlias and peonies. However, my specialities are roses."
Where: Melbourne, Australia
When: 16 Apr 2021
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DUK10142058_008
FEATURE - Künstlerin Michelle Nguyen kreiert ultra-realistische Blumen aus Zuckerguss
If these beautiful blooms look good enough to eat, that’s because they are.
Award-winning artist Michelle Nguyen creates ultra-realistic flowers from sugar.
Melbourne-based Michelle started as a business student at university before taking an interest in books at the library which illustrated wildlife and flowers, which she would sketch.
After being influenced by wedding magazines depicting cakes adorned with sugar flowers, Michelle decided to take a course, before gaining confidence to enter sugar flower competitions.
Michelle’s work saw her take first place in large competitions, including the Royal Melbourne Agriculture Show and the International Cake Show Australia. She now runs Michelle’s Sweet Blossom, teaching private classes locally and abroad for international workshops in locations like Singapore and the United States.
Michelle explains: “For the past 7 years, I have been a sugar flower artist. I eventually became a professional instructor for the last 2 years and I’ve developed my own techniques and colouring concepts in which brought the sugar flowers to life. The secret to creating the progress of my sugar flowers are to do extensive research on a real flower before creating the sugar flower. I study the movements of petals, leaves and sometimes the stems itself. Nevertheless, the number one priority are the colouring techniques and to acknowledge what colour contrasts as well as layers- each one in the correct order. The main principle is to have eyes for detail and a lot of patience. My preferred flowers to create are dahlias and peonies. However, my specialities are roses."
Where: Melbourne, Australia
When: 16 Apr 2021
Credit: /Cover-Images.com
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DUK10142058_007
FEATURE - Künstlerin Michelle Nguyen kreiert ultra-realistische Blumen aus Zuckerguss
If these beautiful blooms look good enough to eat, that’s because they are.
Award-winning artist Michelle Nguyen creates ultra-realistic flowers from sugar.
Melbourne-based Michelle started as a business student at university before taking an interest in books at the library which illustrated wildlife and flowers, which she would sketch.
After being influenced by wedding magazines depicting cakes adorned with sugar flowers, Michelle decided to take a course, before gaining confidence to enter sugar flower competitions.
Michelle’s work saw her take first place in large competitions, including the Royal Melbourne Agriculture Show and the International Cake Show Australia. She now runs Michelle’s Sweet Blossom, teaching private classes locally and abroad for international workshops in locations like Singapore and the United States.
Michelle explains: “For the past 7 years, I have been a sugar flower artist. I eventually became a professional instructor for the last 2 years and I’ve developed my own techniques and colouring concepts in which brought the sugar flowers to life. The secret to creating the progress of my sugar flowers are to do extensive research on a real flower before creating the sugar flower. I study the movements of petals, leaves and sometimes the stems itself. Nevertheless, the number one priority are the colouring techniques and to acknowledge what colour contrasts as well as layers- each one in the correct order. The main principle is to have eyes for detail and a lot of patience. My preferred flowers to create are dahlias and peonies. However, my specialities are roses."
Where: Melbourne, Australia
When: 16 Apr 2021
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DUK10142058_006
FEATURE - Künstlerin Michelle Nguyen kreiert ultra-realistische Blumen aus Zuckerguss
If these beautiful blooms look good enough to eat, that’s because they are.
Award-winning artist Michelle Nguyen creates ultra-realistic flowers from sugar.
Melbourne-based Michelle started as a business student at university before taking an interest in books at the library which illustrated wildlife and flowers, which she would sketch.
After being influenced by wedding magazines depicting cakes adorned with sugar flowers, Michelle decided to take a course, before gaining confidence to enter sugar flower competitions.
Michelle’s work saw her take first place in large competitions, including the Royal Melbourne Agriculture Show and the International Cake Show Australia. She now runs Michelle’s Sweet Blossom, teaching private classes locally and abroad for international workshops in locations like Singapore and the United States.
Michelle explains: “For the past 7 years, I have been a sugar flower artist. I eventually became a professional instructor for the last 2 years and I’ve developed my own techniques and colouring concepts in which brought the sugar flowers to life. The secret to creating the progress of my sugar flowers are to do extensive research on a real flower before creating the sugar flower. I study the movements of petals, leaves and sometimes the stems itself. Nevertheless, the number one priority are the colouring techniques and to acknowledge what colour contrasts as well as layers- each one in the correct order. The main principle is to have eyes for detail and a lot of patience. My preferred flowers to create are dahlias and peonies. However, my specialities are roses."
Where: Melbourne, Australia
When: 16 Apr 2021
Credit: /Cover-Images.com
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DUK10142058_005
FEATURE - Künstlerin Michelle Nguyen kreiert ultra-realistische Blumen aus Zuckerguss
If these beautiful blooms look good enough to eat, that’s because they are.
Award-winning artist Michelle Nguyen creates ultra-realistic flowers from sugar.
Melbourne-based Michelle started as a business student at university before taking an interest in books at the library which illustrated wildlife and flowers, which she would sketch.
After being influenced by wedding magazines depicting cakes adorned with sugar flowers, Michelle decided to take a course, before gaining confidence to enter sugar flower competitions.
Michelle’s work saw her take first place in large competitions, including the Royal Melbourne Agriculture Show and the International Cake Show Australia. She now runs Michelle’s Sweet Blossom, teaching private classes locally and abroad for international workshops in locations like Singapore and the United States.
Michelle explains: “For the past 7 years, I have been a sugar flower artist. I eventually became a professional instructor for the last 2 years and I’ve developed my own techniques and colouring concepts in which brought the sugar flowers to life. The secret to creating the progress of my sugar flowers are to do extensive research on a real flower before creating the sugar flower. I study the movements of petals, leaves and sometimes the stems itself. Nevertheless, the number one priority are the colouring techniques and to acknowledge what colour contrasts as well as layers- each one in the correct order. The main principle is to have eyes for detail and a lot of patience. My preferred flowers to create are dahlias and peonies. However, my specialities are roses."
Where: Melbourne, Australia
When: 16 Apr 2021
Credit: /Cover-Images.com
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DUK10142058_004
FEATURE - Künstlerin Michelle Nguyen kreiert ultra-realistische Blumen aus Zuckerguss
If these beautiful blooms look good enough to eat, that’s because they are.
Award-winning artist Michelle Nguyen creates ultra-realistic flowers from sugar.
Melbourne-based Michelle started as a business student at university before taking an interest in books at the library which illustrated wildlife and flowers, which she would sketch.
After being influenced by wedding magazines depicting cakes adorned with sugar flowers, Michelle decided to take a course, before gaining confidence to enter sugar flower competitions.
Michelle’s work saw her take first place in large competitions, including the Royal Melbourne Agriculture Show and the International Cake Show Australia. She now runs Michelle’s Sweet Blossom, teaching private classes locally and abroad for international workshops in locations like Singapore and the United States.
Michelle explains: “For the past 7 years, I have been a sugar flower artist. I eventually became a professional instructor for the last 2 years and I’ve developed my own techniques and colouring concepts in which brought the sugar flowers to life. The secret to creating the progress of my sugar flowers are to do extensive research on a real flower before creating the sugar flower. I study the movements of petals, leaves and sometimes the stems itself. Nevertheless, the number one priority are the colouring techniques and to acknowledge what colour contrasts as well as layers- each one in the correct order. The main principle is to have eyes for detail and a lot of patience. My preferred flowers to create are dahlias and peonies. However, my specialities are roses."
Where: Melbourne, Australia
When: 16 Apr 2021
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FEATURE - Künstlerin Michelle Nguyen kreiert ultra-realistische Blumen aus Zuckerguss
If these beautiful blooms look good enough to eat, that’s because they are.
Award-winning artist Michelle Nguyen creates ultra-realistic flowers from sugar.
Melbourne-based Michelle started as a business student at university before taking an interest in books at the library which illustrated wildlife and flowers, which she would sketch.
After being influenced by wedding magazines depicting cakes adorned with sugar flowers, Michelle decided to take a course, before gaining confidence to enter sugar flower competitions.
Michelle’s work saw her take first place in large competitions, including the Royal Melbourne Agriculture Show and the International Cake Show Australia. She now runs Michelle’s Sweet Blossom, teaching private classes locally and abroad for international workshops in locations like Singapore and the United States.
Michelle explains: “For the past 7 years, I have been a sugar flower artist. I eventually became a professional instructor for the last 2 years and I’ve developed my own techniques and colouring concepts in which brought the sugar flowers to life. The secret to creating the progress of my sugar flowers are to do extensive research on a real flower before creating the sugar flower. I study the movements of petals, leaves and sometimes the stems itself. Nevertheless, the number one priority are the colouring techniques and to acknowledge what colour contrasts as well as layers- each one in the correct order. The main principle is to have eyes for detail and a lot of patience. My preferred flowers to create are dahlias and peonies. However, my specialities are roses."
Where: Melbourne, Australia
When: 16 Apr 2021
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FEATURE - Künstlerin Michelle Nguyen kreiert ultra-realistische Blumen aus Zuckerguss
If these beautiful blooms look good enough to eat, that’s because they are.
Award-winning artist Michelle Nguyen creates ultra-realistic flowers from sugar.
Melbourne-based Michelle started as a business student at university before taking an interest in books at the library which illustrated wildlife and flowers, which she would sketch.
After being influenced by wedding magazines depicting cakes adorned with sugar flowers, Michelle decided to take a course, before gaining confidence to enter sugar flower competitions.
Michelle’s work saw her take first place in large competitions, including the Royal Melbourne Agriculture Show and the International Cake Show Australia. She now runs Michelle’s Sweet Blossom, teaching private classes locally and abroad for international workshops in locations like Singapore and the United States.
Michelle explains: “For the past 7 years, I have been a sugar flower artist. I eventually became a professional instructor for the last 2 years and I’ve developed my own techniques and colouring concepts in which brought the sugar flowers to life. The secret to creating the progress of my sugar flowers are to do extensive research on a real flower before creating the sugar flower. I study the movements of petals, leaves and sometimes the stems itself. Nevertheless, the number one priority are the colouring techniques and to acknowledge what colour contrasts as well as layers- each one in the correct order. The main principle is to have eyes for detail and a lot of patience. My preferred flowers to create are dahlias and peonies. However, my specialities are roses."
Where: Melbourne, Australia
When: 16 Apr 2021
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FEATURE - Künstlerin Michelle Nguyen kreiert ultra-realistische Blumen aus Zuckerguss
If these beautiful blooms look good enough to eat, that’s because they are.
Award-winning artist Michelle Nguyen creates ultra-realistic flowers from sugar.
Melbourne-based Michelle started as a business student at university before taking an interest in books at the library which illustrated wildlife and flowers, which she would sketch.
After being influenced by wedding magazines depicting cakes adorned with sugar flowers, Michelle decided to take a course, before gaining confidence to enter sugar flower competitions.
Michelle’s work saw her take first place in large competitions, including the Royal Melbourne Agriculture Show and the International Cake Show Australia. She now runs Michelle’s Sweet Blossom, teaching private classes locally and abroad for international workshops in locations like Singapore and the United States.
Michelle explains: “For the past 7 years, I have been a sugar flower artist. I eventually became a professional instructor for the last 2 years and I’ve developed my own techniques and colouring concepts in which brought the sugar flowers to life. The secret to creating the progress of my sugar flowers are to do extensive research on a real flower before creating the sugar flower. I study the movements of petals, leaves and sometimes the stems itself. Nevertheless, the number one priority are the colouring techniques and to acknowledge what colour contrasts as well as layers- each one in the correct order. The main principle is to have eyes for detail and a lot of patience. My preferred flowers to create are dahlias and peonies. However, my specialities are roses."
Where: Melbourne, Australia
When: 16 Apr 2021
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NEWS - US-Fallschirmjäger üben in Pordenone, Italien
U.S. Army Paratroopers assigned to the 173rd Airborne Brigade, conduct airborne operation after exiting a U.S. Air Force 86th Air Wing C-130 Hercules aircraft at Juliet Drop Zone, Pordenone, Italy, April 14, 2021, under Covid-19 prevention conditions. The 173rd Airborne Brigade is the U.S. Army Contingency Response Force in Europe, capable of projecting ready forces anywhere in the U.S. European, Africa or Central Commands‘ areas of responsibility. ()
Where: PORDENONE, Italy
When: 14 Apr 2021
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NEWS - US-Fallschirmjäger üben in Pordenone, Italien
U.S. Army Paratroopers assigned to the 173rd Airborne Brigade, conduct airborne operation after exiting a U.S. Air Force 86th Air Wing C-130 Hercules aircraft at Juliet Drop Zone, Pordenone, Italy, April 14, 2021, under Covid-19 prevention conditions. The 173rd Airborne Brigade is the U.S. Army Contingency Response Force in Europe, capable of projecting ready forces anywhere in the U.S. European, Africa or Central Commands‘ areas of responsibility. ()
Where: PORDENONE, Italy
When: 14 Apr 2021
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NEWS - US-Fallschirmjäger üben in Pordenone, Italien
U.S. Army Paratroopers assigned to the 173rd Airborne Brigade, descend onto Juliet Drop Zone, Pordenone, Italy after exiting a U.S. Air Force 86th Air Wing C-130 Hercules aircraft, during airborne operation, under Covid-19 prevention conditions, April 15, 2021. The 173rd Airborne Brigade is the U.S. Army Contingency Response Force in Europe, capable of projecting ready forces anywhere in the U.S. European, Africa or Central Commands‘ areas of responsibility. ()
Where: PORDENONE, Italy
When: 14 Apr 2021
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NEWS - US-Fallschirmjäger üben in Pordenone, Italien
U.S. Air Force 86th Air Wing C-130 Hercules aircraft during airborne operation at Juliet Drop Zone, Pordenone, Italy, April 14, 2021. ()
Where: PORDENONE, Italy
When: 14 Apr 2021
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NEWS - US-Fallschirmjäger üben in Pordenone, Italien
A U.S. Army Paratrooper assigned to the 173rd Airborne Brigade, conducts an airborne operation from U.S. Air Force 86th Air Wing C-130 Hercules aircraft at Juliet Drop Zone, Pordenone, Italy, April 14, 2021, under Covid-19 prevention conditions. The 173rd Airborne Brigade is the U.S. Army Contingency Response Force in Europe, capable of projecting ready forces anywhere in the U.S. European, Africa or Central Commands‘ areas of responsibility. ()
Where: PORDENONE, Italy
When: 14 Apr 2021
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NEWS - US-Fallschirmjäger üben in Pordenone, Italien
A U.S. Army Paratrooper assigned to the 173rd Airborne Brigade, secures his equipment after an airborne operation from U.S. Air Force 86th Air Wing C-130 Hercules aircraft at Juliet Drop Zone, Pordenone, Italy, April 14, 2021, under Covid-19 prevention conditions. The 173rd Airborne Brigade is the U.S. Army Contingency Response Force in Europe, capable of projecting ready forces anywhere in the U.S. European, Africa or Central Commands‘ areas of responsibility. ()
Where: PORDENONE, Italy
When: 14 Apr 2021
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NEWS - US-Fallschirmjäger üben in Pordenone, Italien
A U.S. Army Paratrooper assigned to the 173rd Airborne Brigade, descends onto Juliet Drop Zone, Pordenone, Italy after exiting a U.S. Air Force 86th Air Wing C-130 Hercules aircraft, during airborne operation, under Covid-19 prevention conditions, April 15, 2021. The 173rd Airborne Brigade is the U.S. Army Contingency Response Force in Europe, capable of projecting ready forces anywhere in the U.S. European, Africa or Central Commands‘ areas of responsibility. ()
Where: PORDENONE, Italy
When: 14 Apr 2021
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NEWS - US-Fallschirmjäger üben in Pordenone, Italien
U.S. Army Paratroopers assigned to the 173rd Airborne Brigade, conduct airborne operation after exiting a U.S. Air Force 86th Air Wing C-130 Hercules aircraft at Juliet Drop Zone, Pordenone, Italy, April 14, 2021, under Covid-19 prevention conditions. The 173rd Airborne Brigade is the U.S. Army Contingency Response Force in Europe, capable of projecting ready forces anywhere in the U.S. European, Africa or Central Commands‘ areas of responsibility. ()
Where: PORDENONE, Italy
When: 14 Apr 2021
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NEWS - Schockierende Bilder zeigen Plastikmüll in Fischfängen, Indien
A wildlife conservationist has captured disturbing scenes of plastic in fishing nets.
Srikanth Mannepuri documented a catch in the Indian port city of Visakhapatnam in March 2021. It shows fish trapped within carrier bags and a large amount of plastic wrapping from brands including Snickers and Head & Shoulders shampoo.
Srikanth explains: “We all know the curse of plastics. It’s permanence. They do not disintegrate, they do not disappear. Now, look at the scale. A fishing net no bigger than 1km pulled out more plastic than fishes. And these are products that we use on a daily basis. Milk, Noodles, chocolates, chips. Imagine the scale of plastic floating in these oceans for years as death-traps and choking hazards. It is this plastic that gets consumed by fishes and enters our bodies as micro plastics. If this were to continue, the fisherman wouldn’t be pulling out fishes anymore. It would only be plastic. Imagine this future. Next time we casually discard a plastic wrapper - Remember this. We are staring at a bleak future as we enter the era of - The dawn of the plastic man.”
Where: Visakhapatnam, India
When: 31 Mar 2021
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NEWS - Schockierende Bilder zeigen Plastikmüll in Fischfängen, Indien
A wildlife conservationist has captured disturbing scenes of plastic in fishing nets.
Srikanth Mannepuri documented a catch in the Indian port city of Visakhapatnam in March 2021. It shows fish trapped within carrier bags and a large amount of plastic wrapping from brands including Snickers and Head & Shoulders shampoo.
Srikanth explains: “We all know the curse of plastics. It’s permanence. They do not disintegrate, they do not disappear. Now, look at the scale. A fishing net no bigger than 1km pulled out more plastic than fishes. And these are products that we use on a daily basis. Milk, Noodles, chocolates, chips. Imagine the scale of plastic floating in these oceans for years as death-traps and choking hazards. It is this plastic that gets consumed by fishes and enters our bodies as micro plastics. If this were to continue, the fisherman wouldn’t be pulling out fishes anymore. It would only be plastic. Imagine this future. Next time we casually discard a plastic wrapper - Remember this. We are staring at a bleak future as we enter the era of - The dawn of the plastic man.”
Where: Visakhapatnam, India
When: 31 Mar 2021
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NEWS - Schockierende Bilder zeigen Plastikmüll in Fischfängen, Indien
A wildlife conservationist has captured disturbing scenes of plastic in fishing nets.
Srikanth Mannepuri documented a catch in the Indian port city of Visakhapatnam in March 2021. It shows fish trapped within carrier bags and a large amount of plastic wrapping from brands including Snickers and Head & Shoulders shampoo.
Srikanth explains: “We all know the curse of plastics. It’s permanence. They do not disintegrate, they do not disappear. Now, look at the scale. A fishing net no bigger than 1km pulled out more plastic than fishes. And these are products that we use on a daily basis. Milk, Noodles, chocolates, chips. Imagine the scale of plastic floating in these oceans for years as death-traps and choking hazards. It is this plastic that gets consumed by fishes and enters our bodies as micro plastics. If this were to continue, the fisherman wouldn’t be pulling out fishes anymore. It would only be plastic. Imagine this future. Next time we casually discard a plastic wrapper - Remember this. We are staring at a bleak future as we enter the era of - The dawn of the plastic man.”
Where: Visakhapatnam, India
When: 31 Mar 2021
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NEWS - Schockierende Bilder zeigen Plastikmüll in Fischfängen, Indien
A wildlife conservationist has captured disturbing scenes of plastic in fishing nets.
Srikanth Mannepuri documented a catch in the Indian port city of Visakhapatnam in March 2021. It shows fish trapped within carrier bags and a large amount of plastic wrapping from brands including Snickers and Head & Shoulders shampoo.
Srikanth explains: “We all know the curse of plastics. It’s permanence. They do not disintegrate, they do not disappear. Now, look at the scale. A fishing net no bigger than 1km pulled out more plastic than fishes. And these are products that we use on a daily basis. Milk, Noodles, chocolates, chips. Imagine the scale of plastic floating in these oceans for years as death-traps and choking hazards. It is this plastic that gets consumed by fishes and enters our bodies as micro plastics. If this were to continue, the fisherman wouldn’t be pulling out fishes anymore. It would only be plastic. Imagine this future. Next time we casually discard a plastic wrapper - Remember this. We are staring at a bleak future as we enter the era of - The dawn of the plastic man.”
Where: Visakhapatnam, India
When: 31 Mar 2021
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NEWS - Schockierende Bilder zeigen Plastikmüll in Fischfängen, Indien
A wildlife conservationist has captured disturbing scenes of plastic in fishing nets.
Srikanth Mannepuri documented a catch in the Indian port city of Visakhapatnam in March 2021. It shows fish trapped within carrier bags and a large amount of plastic wrapping from brands including Snickers and Head & Shoulders shampoo.
Srikanth explains: “We all know the curse of plastics. It’s permanence. They do not disintegrate, they do not disappear. Now, look at the scale. A fishing net no bigger than 1km pulled out more plastic than fishes. And these are products that we use on a daily basis. Milk, Noodles, chocolates, chips. Imagine the scale of plastic floating in these oceans for years as death-traps and choking hazards. It is this plastic that gets consumed by fishes and enters our bodies as micro plastics. If this were to continue, the fisherman wouldn’t be pulling out fishes anymore. It would only be plastic. Imagine this future. Next time we casually discard a plastic wrapper - Remember this. We are staring at a bleak future as we enter the era of - The dawn of the plastic man.”
Where: Visakhapatnam, India
When: 31 Mar 2021
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NEWS - Schockierende Bilder zeigen Plastikmüll in Fischfängen, Indien
A wildlife conservationist has captured disturbing scenes of plastic in fishing nets.
Srikanth Mannepuri documented a catch in the Indian port city of Visakhapatnam in March 2021. It shows fish trapped within carrier bags and a large amount of plastic wrapping from brands including Snickers and Head & Shoulders shampoo.
Srikanth explains: “We all know the curse of plastics. It’s permanence. They do not disintegrate, they do not disappear. Now, look at the scale. A fishing net no bigger than 1km pulled out more plastic than fishes. And these are products that we use on a daily basis. Milk, Noodles, chocolates, chips. Imagine the scale of plastic floating in these oceans for years as death-traps and choking hazards. It is this plastic that gets consumed by fishes and enters our bodies as micro plastics. If this were to continue, the fisherman wouldn’t be pulling out fishes anymore. It would only be plastic. Imagine this future. Next time we casually discard a plastic wrapper - Remember this. We are staring at a bleak future as we enter the era of - The dawn of the plastic man.”
Where: Visakhapatnam, India
When: 31 Mar 2021
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NEWS - Schockierende Bilder zeigen Plastikmüll in Fischfängen, Indien
A wildlife conservationist has captured disturbing scenes of plastic in fishing nets.
Srikanth Mannepuri documented a catch in the Indian port city of Visakhapatnam in March 2021. It shows fish trapped within carrier bags and a large amount of plastic wrapping from brands including Snickers and Head & Shoulders shampoo.
Srikanth explains: “We all know the curse of plastics. It’s permanence. They do not disintegrate, they do not disappear. Now, look at the scale. A fishing net no bigger than 1km pulled out more plastic than fishes. And these are products that we use on a daily basis. Milk, Noodles, chocolates, chips. Imagine the scale of plastic floating in these oceans for years as death-traps and choking hazards. It is this plastic that gets consumed by fishes and enters our bodies as micro plastics. If this were to continue, the fisherman wouldn’t be pulling out fishes anymore. It would only be plastic. Imagine this future. Next time we casually discard a plastic wrapper - Remember this. We are staring at a bleak future as we enter the era of - The dawn of the plastic man.”
Where: Visakhapatnam, India
When: 31 Mar 2021
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NEWS - Schockierende Bilder zeigen Plastikmüll in Fischfängen, Indien
A wildlife conservationist has captured disturbing scenes of plastic in fishing nets.
Srikanth Mannepuri documented a catch in the Indian port city of Visakhapatnam in March 2021. It shows fish trapped within carrier bags and a large amount of plastic wrapping from brands including Snickers and Head & Shoulders shampoo.
Srikanth explains: “We all know the curse of plastics. It’s permanence. They do not disintegrate, they do not disappear. Now, look at the scale. A fishing net no bigger than 1km pulled out more plastic than fishes. And these are products that we use on a daily basis. Milk, Noodles, chocolates, chips. Imagine the scale of plastic floating in these oceans for years as death-traps and choking hazards. It is this plastic that gets consumed by fishes and enters our bodies as micro plastics. If this were to continue, the fisherman wouldn’t be pulling out fishes anymore. It would only be plastic. Imagine this future. Next time we casually discard a plastic wrapper - Remember this. We are staring at a bleak future as we enter the era of - The dawn of the plastic man.”
Where: Visakhapatnam, India
When: 31 Mar 2021
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NEWS - Schockierende Bilder zeigen Plastikmüll in Fischfängen, Indien
A wildlife conservationist has captured disturbing scenes of plastic in fishing nets.
Srikanth Mannepuri documented a catch in the Indian port city of Visakhapatnam in March 2021. It shows fish trapped within carrier bags and a large amount of plastic wrapping from brands including Snickers and Head & Shoulders shampoo.
Srikanth explains: “We all know the curse of plastics. It’s permanence. They do not disintegrate, they do not disappear. Now, look at the scale. A fishing net no bigger than 1km pulled out more plastic than fishes. And these are products that we use on a daily basis. Milk, Noodles, chocolates, chips. Imagine the scale of plastic floating in these oceans for years as death-traps and choking hazards. It is this plastic that gets consumed by fishes and enters our bodies as micro plastics. If this were to continue, the fisherman wouldn’t be pulling out fishes anymore. It would only be plastic. Imagine this future. Next time we casually discard a plastic wrapper - Remember this. We are staring at a bleak future as we enter the era of - The dawn of the plastic man.”
Where: Visakhapatnam, India
When: 31 Mar 2021
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NEWS - Schockierende Bilder zeigen Plastikmüll in Fischfängen, Indien
A wildlife conservationist has captured disturbing scenes of plastic in fishing nets.
Srikanth Mannepuri documented a catch in the Indian port city of Visakhapatnam in March 2021. It shows fish trapped within carrier bags and a large amount of plastic wrapping from brands including Snickers and Head & Shoulders shampoo.
Srikanth explains: “We all know the curse of plastics. It’s permanence. They do not disintegrate, they do not disappear. Now, look at the scale. A fishing net no bigger than 1km pulled out more plastic than fishes. And these are products that we use on a daily basis. Milk, Noodles, chocolates, chips. Imagine the scale of plastic floating in these oceans for years as death-traps and choking hazards. It is this plastic that gets consumed by fishes and enters our bodies as micro plastics. If this were to continue, the fisherman wouldn’t be pulling out fishes anymore. It would only be plastic. Imagine this future. Next time we casually discard a plastic wrapper - Remember this. We are staring at a bleak future as we enter the era of - The dawn of the plastic man.”
Where: Visakhapatnam, India
When: 31 Mar 2021
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NEWS - Schockierende Bilder zeigen Plastikmüll in Fischfängen, Indien
A wildlife conservationist has captured disturbing scenes of plastic in fishing nets.
Srikanth Mannepuri documented a catch in the Indian port city of Visakhapatnam in March 2021. It shows fish trapped within carrier bags and a large amount of plastic wrapping from brands including Snickers and Head & Shoulders shampoo.
Srikanth explains: “We all know the curse of plastics. It’s permanence. They do not disintegrate, they do not disappear. Now, look at the scale. A fishing net no bigger than 1km pulled out more plastic than fishes. And these are products that we use on a daily basis. Milk, Noodles, chocolates, chips. Imagine the scale of plastic floating in these oceans for years as death-traps and choking hazards. It is this plastic that gets consumed by fishes and enters our bodies as micro plastics. If this were to continue, the fisherman wouldn’t be pulling out fishes anymore. It would only be plastic. Imagine this future. Next time we casually discard a plastic wrapper - Remember this. We are staring at a bleak future as we enter the era of - The dawn of the plastic man.”
Where: Visakhapatnam, India
When: 31 Mar 2021
Credit: Srikanth Mannepuri/Cover-Images.com
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FEATURE - Steinadler jagen Seite an Seite, Isle of Mull, Schottland
Photographer Pete Walkden explains: “I have moved to the Isle of Mull during the lockdown, and a few days ago, had a great encounter with a pair of golden eagles, watching them as they spent a few minutes hunting over a hillside. I've not seen too many where there are two together, hunting side-by-side.”
Where: Isle of Mull, Scotland, United Kingdom
When: 26 Mar 2021
Credit: Pete Walkden/Cover-Images.com
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FEATURE - Steinadler jagen Seite an Seite, Isle of Mull, Schottland
Photographer Pete Walkden explains: “I have moved to the Isle of Mull during the lockdown, and a few days ago, had a great encounter with a pair of golden eagles, watching them as they spent a few minutes hunting over a hillside. I've not seen too many where there are two together, hunting side-by-side.”
Where: Isle of Mull, Scotland, United Kingdom
When: 26 Mar 2021
Credit: Pete Walkden/Cover-Images.com
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FEATURE - Steinadler jagen Seite an Seite, Isle of Mull, Schottland
Photographer Pete Walkden explains: “I have moved to the Isle of Mull during the lockdown, and a few days ago, had a great encounter with a pair of golden eagles, watching them as they spent a few minutes hunting over a hillside. I've not seen too many where there are two together, hunting side-by-side.”
Where: Isle of Mull, Scotland, United Kingdom
When: 26 Mar 2021
Credit: Pete Walkden/Cover-Images.com
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FEATURE - Steinadler jagen Seite an Seite, Isle of Mull, Schottland
Photographer Pete Walkden explains: “I have moved to the Isle of Mull during the lockdown, and a few days ago, had a great encounter with a pair of golden eagles, watching them as they spent a few minutes hunting over a hillside. I've not seen too many where there are two together, hunting side-by-side.”
Where: Isle of Mull, Scotland, United Kingdom
When: 26 Mar 2021
Credit: Pete Walkden/Cover-Images.com
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FEATURE - Steinadler jagen Seite an Seite, Isle of Mull, Schottland
Photographer Pete Walkden explains: “I have moved to the Isle of Mull during the lockdown, and a few days ago, had a great encounter with a pair of golden eagles, watching them as they spent a few minutes hunting over a hillside. I've not seen too many where there are two together, hunting side-by-side.”
Where: Isle of Mull, Scotland, United Kingdom
When: 26 Mar 2021
Credit: Pete Walkden/Cover-Images.com
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FEATURE - Easyjet Flug vorbei vor dem Mond
Photographer Ross Harwood captured these stunning, currently rare, images of an Easyjet flight passing in front of the moon on Sunday (21 March).
The 45-year-old, from Sandbach, Cheshire, explains: “The pictures show easyJet fight EZY261 operating from London Stansted to Belfast Aldergrove on Sunday at 1715. The aircraft was at 32,000ft.
“I’ve held a keen interest in photography and aviation for many years and since upgrading my camera equipment in 2019 I have enjoyed the challenge of getting aircraft crossing the moon. If I see the moon in the afternoon sky I know roughly where aircraft may cross it using apps such as Flightradar. I must admit it is around 99% unsuccessful, particularly when there are fewer flights right now! These photographs are taken with a 600mm lens.”
Where: Sandbach, Cheshire, United Kingdom
When: 21 Mar 2021
Credit: Ross Harwood/Cover-Images.com
**MANDATORY CREDIT: Ross Harwood/Cover-Images.com. Only for use in this story. Editorial Use Only. No stock, books, advertising or merchandising without photographer's permission** (FOTO: DUKAS/COVER IMAGES)
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FEATURE - Easyjet Flug vorbei vor dem Mond
Photographer Ross Harwood captured these stunning, currently rare, images of an Easyjet flight passing in front of the moon on Sunday (21 March).
The 45-year-old, from Sandbach, Cheshire, explains: “The pictures show easyJet fight EZY261 operating from London Stansted to Belfast Aldergrove on Sunday at 1715. The aircraft was at 32,000ft.
“I’ve held a keen interest in photography and aviation for many years and since upgrading my camera equipment in 2019 I have enjoyed the challenge of getting aircraft crossing the moon. If I see the moon in the afternoon sky I know roughly where aircraft may cross it using apps such as Flightradar. I must admit it is around 99% unsuccessful, particularly when there are fewer flights right now! These photographs are taken with a 600mm lens.”
Where: Sandbach, Cheshire, United Kingdom
When: 21 Mar 2021
Credit: Ross Harwood/Cover-Images.com
**MANDATORY CREDIT: Ross Harwood/Cover-Images.com. Only for use in this story. Editorial Use Only. No stock, books, advertising or merchandising without photographer's permission** (FOTO: DUKAS/COVER IMAGES)
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