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13,600-Year-Old Mastodon Skull Unearthed In An Iowa Creek

13,600-Year-Old Mastodon Skull Unearthed In An Iowa Creek

Amber Morgan
last year
A team of archaeologists from the University of Iowa uncovered a mastodon skull dated to about 13,600 years ago — a time when the first humans were living and hunting in the area.
The Life And Death Of Sal Mineo, The <em>Rebel Without A Cause</em> Star Who Was Murdered Outside His Apartment

The Life And Death Of Sal Mineo, The Rebel Without A Cause Star Who Was Murdered Outside His Apartment

Amber Morgan
last year
Known for his “troubled teen” roles, Sal Mineo was one of Hollywood’s first openly queer actors before he was tragically stabbed to death at the age of 37.
Archaeologists Excavating 11th-Century Graves In Russia Unearth Two Skeletons Buried With Rare Battle Axes

Archaeologists Excavating 11th-Century Graves In Russia Unearth Two Skeletons Buried With Rare Battle Axes

Amber Morgan
last year
The graves discovered at the Gnezdilovo burial ground near Suzdal, Russia, date back more than 900 years and likely contain men who held high status during their time.
3,000-Year-Old Goddess Figurine Still Bearing The Handprints Of Its Maker Found At The Bottom Of An Italian Lake

3,000-Year-Old Goddess Figurine Still Bearing The Handprints Of Its Maker Found At The Bottom Of An Italian Lake

Amber Morgan
last year
Measuring six inches tall and made of clay, the figurine was likely used in prayer rituals, but was left unfinished before sinking to the bottom of Lake Bolsena several millennia ago.
The Chilling Story Of Kaitlin Armstrong, The ‘Yoga Teacher Killer’ Who Murdered Her Romantic Rival

The Chilling Story Of Kaitlin Armstrong, The ‘Yoga Teacher Killer’ Who Murdered Her Romantic Rival

Amber Morgan
last year
On May 11, 2022, yoga teacher Kaitlin Armstrong murdered professional cyclist Moriah "Mo" Wilson at her friend's home in Austin, Texas — after allegedly tracking her victim's movements on a fitness app.
Archaeologists In Israel Unearth Evidence Of A Temple Where Jesus Was Said To Have Performed Miracles

Archaeologists In Israel Unearth Evidence Of A Temple Where Jesus Was Said To Have Performed Miracles

Amber Morgan
last year
Evidence of a structure dating back to the time of Jesus Christ was discovered just beneath the floor of a third-century synagogue in the ancient Israeli city of Chorazin.
The Rise And Fall Of The Inca Empire, The Massive South American Empire Conquered By The Spanish

The Rise And Fall Of The Inca Empire, The Massive South American Empire Conquered By The Spanish

Amber Morgan
last year
The Inca Empire was the largest in the world in the 16th century, but the arrival of Francisco Pizarro and the defeat of emperor Atahualpa in 1532 rapidly brought it to an end.
Russian Chess Player Suspended After Allegedly Poisoning Rival’s Chessboard With Mercury

Russian Chess Player Suspended After Allegedly Poisoning Rival’s Chessboard With Mercury

Amber Morgan
last year
Chess champion Amina Abakarova was allegedly captured on camera poisoning her opponent's chess pieces with mercury during a chess tournament in Russia.
A Four-Eared Kitten Named Audio Was Just Rescued By An Animal Shelter In Tennessee

A Four-Eared Kitten Named Audio Was Just Rescued By An Animal Shelter In Tennessee

Amber Morgan
last year
Audio's rare genetic mutation is "completely harmless," and he is not expected to have any trouble hearing because of it.
Archaeologist Identifies Ancient Roman Prison In Greece Using Graffiti Carved Into The Floor By Inmates

Archaeologist Identifies Ancient Roman Prison In Greece Using Graffiti Carved Into The Floor By Inmates

Amber Morgan
last year
One inscription from the Roman-era prison in Corinth reads: "Lord, make them die an awful death."