An imprint from 3.6 million years ago, crafted by our earliest known forebear, faces the danger of disappearing permanently.
## Changing World Around Us
Located on the southern edges of Tanzania's Serengeti Plains lies some of the oldest known footprints of our earliest human ancestors. These footprints provide us with the first evidence of an upright walking humanoid - the Laetoli footprints. Unfortunately, these valuable relics are now at risk due to increased storms and rainfall, which cause erosion.
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Sand, Surf, and Sun
The top US beaches for 2024 were recently announced by renowned "Dr. Beach," ushering in the busy summer season. A Hawaiian stretch of sand has claimed the number one spot. The beaches are rated based on criteria such as water and sand quality, wave size, wildlife, public safety, and cleanliness.
Dr. Beach might not be as impressed with the current conditions in the UK, where beaches have become polluted with sewage, causing a national scandal.
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The crew working on the Villa Vie Odyssey ship, set to depart from Belfast, Northern Ireland, on May 30, have been putting in the effort to prepare for the ship's endless cruise around the world, which will be repeated every three and a half years - ensuring that summer weather is always a given.
Flying High
Recently, the first Black woman to fly in the US Air Force had her final flight after working in the aviation world for 43 years. Captain Theresa Claiborne commented, "I've had a great career, and it's time for me to park the brakes for the final time on a big airplane." Read more about her remarkable journey.
Remarkably, Captain Lynn Rippelmeyer, who started out as a TWA flight attendant, became the first woman to pilot a Boeing 747. She also piloted a record-breaking US flight but kept this accomplishment hidden for decades.
Another individual who started as a flight attendant, Mitsuko Tottori, eventually became the first female president and CEO of Japan Airlines (JAL), climbing the ranks over an astounding 40-year period.
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Match Made in Nature
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The Laetoli footprints, a vital record of our early human ancestors' history, may be lost due to climate change-induced erosion. However, travelers seeking sun, sand, and surf can still enjoy top-rated beaches in various locations across the globe.
Source: edition.cnn.com
