Mud, glorious mud. In the wild, it’s nature’s own skincare and survival tool. Mud cools overheated bodies under the African sun, soothes irritated skin, and creates a protective barrier against biting insects. It’s also a sign of a healthy ecosystem: where there’s mud, there’s water—and where there’s water, life thrives. | Great Plains Conservation

Aerial Footage Shows Severe Flood and Landslide Damage in New Zealand 🌧️ Aerial views reveal widespread flooding and landslide damage in Te Araroa, a small coastal community in New Zealand’s Gisborne District, following intense rainfall on January 22. Hillsides gave way under saturated ground, sending mud, debris, and trees into valleys, while fast-moving floodwaters reshaped the landscape. Several areas were left isolated as roads closed and power was disrupted. Emergency teams carried out eva

GOOD CLEAN FUN: Aerial footage shows children getting messy in a massive manmade mud puddle in Wayne County, Michigan, as residents celebrate the 32nd annual Mud Day event, with the local fire department there to give participants a rinse. https://bit.ly/2Lb2lbg | ABC World News Tonight with David Muir

People from around New Zealand have flocked to Gisborne for the national surfing championships. People we spoke to said the sun has been out, the waves have been pumping and the talent has been great. | The Gisborne Herald