This is the story of the Diomede Islands — two remote pieces of land separated by just 3.8 kilometers, yet divided by nearly an entire day. Located in the middle of the Bering Strait, Little Diomede belongs to the United States, while Big Diomede is part of Russia. Between them lies the International Date Line, creating a surreal time difference of about 21 hours. | The Brain Maze

The Hawaiian monk seal is a rare, endangered seal native to the Hawaiian Islands. It’s one of only two monk seal species left in the world. These seals are known for their round faces, big dark eyes, and silvery-grey coats. They spend most of their time lounging on beaches or hunting fish and squid in the ocean. Unfortunately, their population is threatened by habitat loss, entanglement in fishing gear, and lack of food. Conservation efforts are helping, but they remain one of the most endangere