As in most of the early villages along the Skagit river, one of the first priorities was to clear the forest land to provide space for a townsite and residential area. This photo of the Hamilton Logging Co. shows a crew in action.
Because of aridity and scarcity of rain Arabian Gulf is considered to be poor as far as natural plants are concerned. Natural vegetation in the Arabian Gulf region have deep roots or thorn-like small leaves, hence they endure aridity and overcome its impact.
Abandoned pets: The untold story Gulf News investigates why so many pets are ending up on the street or in rescue homes An animal shelter in Ras Al Khaimah offers hope to pets that would otherwise get killed in accidents, stoned o Image Credit: Atiq-Ur-Rehman/Gulf News