Cave giant: Beneath a remote stretch of jungle in central Vietnam lies the world’s largest known cave, a vast underground network named Son Doong. What sets it apart isn’t just its size, but the strange, otherworldly features inside, like thick forests growing where the ceiling collapsed, and rivers that vanish into darkness. The cave includes towering rock formations, some as tall as buildings, and wide spaces big enough to fit aircraft. A local resident first stumbled upon it and researchers later mapped it, revealing an interior shaped by underground water over millions of years. To protect its untouched environment, access is limited. Even now, parts of the cave remain unexplored, leaving plenty of mystery underground.
Wave chaser: Across coastlines and rough seas, Pegleg Bennett has turned his unique path into a story of grit. Losing part of his leg as a child didn’t slow him down, but became part of how he shaped his approach to riding waves. He crafted his own surf-adapted prosthetics, even drilling into them to improve movement. With each trip to new shores, he not only refined his skills but also helped push adaptive surfing into the spotlight. Using gear made from high-performance materials, he continues to lead by example, both in competition and as a mentor. Those around him, including others with physical challenges, have caught waves under his guidance. For him, it’s not about limits but about what comes next.
