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Scientists Discover A Plant That’s Evolved To Be Able To Hide From Humans

Scientists Discover A Plant That’s Evolved To Be Able To Hide From Humans

The bright green flower Fritillaria delavayi has been harvested by humans for medicinal purposes for the last 2,000 years. Now, it's turning brown in order to camouflage.
First Incident Of Cannibalism Among Adorable White-Faced Capuchins Recorded By Scientists

First Incident Of Cannibalism Among Adorable White-Faced Capuchins Recorded By Scientists

It was the first case of cannibalism among white-faced capuchin monkeys ever observed.
25 Heartbreaking Titanic Artifacts — And The Powerful Stories They Tell

25 Heartbreaking Titanic Artifacts — And The Powerful Stories They Tell

From pieces of the destroyed ship to items recovered from the wreckage, these artifacts from the Titanic reveal the true scope of the tragedy.
This 370-Million-Year-Old Shark Rotated Its Jaw To Hunt With Its Sharpest Teeth

This 370-Million-Year-Old Shark Rotated Its Jaw To Hunt With Its Sharpest Teeth

Researchers think the shark developed its rotating jaw to accommodate tooth regrowth. 
25 Shocking Examples Of White Actors Portraying People Of Color On Screen

25 Shocking Examples Of White Actors Portraying People Of Color On Screen

Hollywood has a long history of whitewashing the past, and these outrageous casting decisions prove it.
The Iroquois Invented Lacrosse — But Their Team Was Deemed ‘Ineligible’ By The World Games

The Iroquois Invented Lacrosse — But Their Team Was Deemed ‘Ineligible’ By The World Games

In a show of great sportsmanship, the Irish team gave their World Games spot to the Iroquois. Now, the Iroquois have their sights set on the Olympics.
25 Breathtaking Photos Of Chefchaouen, Morocco’s Mysterious Blue City

25 Breathtaking Photos Of Chefchaouen, Morocco’s Mysterious Blue City

Chefchaouen, known as the "Blue Pearl of Morocco," dates back to the 15th century when it was founded by refugees fleeing the Spanish Inquisition.
We’ll Soon Know What 1500s Europe Smelled Like Thanks To Scientists Who Are Recreating Its Scents

We’ll Soon Know What 1500s Europe Smelled Like Thanks To Scientists Who Are Recreating Its Scents

Project Odeuropa hopes to document, recreate, and store the smells of old Europe in an accessible online library.
Canadian First Nations Outraged By The Killing Of ‘Sacred’ White Moose

Canadian First Nations Outraged By The Killing Of ‘Sacred’ White Moose

It is estimated that there are only 30 white moose in the area, which makes this killing particularly painful for Indigenous Canadians.
33 Stunning Illustrations From 19th-Century Naturalist Ernst Haeckel That Merge Art And Science

33 Stunning Illustrations From 19th-Century Naturalist Ernst Haeckel That Merge Art And Science

Before there were cameras, German biologist Ernst Haeckel's vibrant scientific illustrations illuminated newly-discovered species — but his writings inspired the Nazis.
The Inspiring Stories Of 9 Black Heroes Who Risked It All To Fight For America

The Inspiring Stories Of 9 Black Heroes Who Risked It All To Fight For America

From the Civil War to World War II, these remarkable Black heroes from American history fought for their country — even though they didn't have equal rights at home.