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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.

By Natasha Ishak • Nov 17, 2020

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.

By Natasha Ishak • November 17, 2020

This Remote Island Is Now The Fourth-Largest Marine Wildlife Sanctuary On Earth

“This small community is responsible for one of the biggest conservation achievements of 2020."  

By Natasha Ishak • Nov 17, 2020

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This Remote Island Is Now The Fourth-Largest Marine Wildlife Sanctuary On Earth

“This small community is responsible for one of the biggest conservation achievements of 2020."  

By Natasha Ishak • November 17, 2020

This Week In History News, Nov. 8 – 14

Nazi concentration camp unearthed in the Czech Republic, Cold War spy gadgets to go up for sale, prehistoric honey badger uncovered.

By All That's Interesting • Nov 13, 2020

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This Week In History News, Nov. 8 – 14

Nazi concentration camp unearthed in the Czech Republic, Cold War spy gadgets to go up for sale, prehistoric honey badger uncovered.

By All That's Interesting • November 13, 2020

Three Virginia Fishermen Just Caught A Massive Deep-Sea ‘Moonfish’

The giant opah, also known as a "moonfish," was reeled in about 80 miles off the Virginia Beach coast.

By Natasha Ishak • Nov 13, 2020

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Three Virginia Fishermen Just Caught A Massive Deep-Sea ‘Moonfish’

The giant opah, also known as a "moonfish," was reeled in about 80 miles off the Virginia Beach coast.

By Natasha Ishak • November 13, 2020

Meet Unsinkable Sam, The Legendary Cat Who Survived Three World War II Shipwrecks

According to lore, Unsinkable Sam started his "career" aboard a Nazi battleship. But after that ship was torpedoed, he was rescued by the British and changed sides.

By Natasha Ishak • Nov 12, 2020

Meet Unsinkable Sam, The Legendary Cat Who Survived Three World War II Shipwrecks

According to lore, Unsinkable Sam started his "career" aboard a Nazi battleship. But after that ship was torpedoed, he was rescued by the British and changed sides.

By Natasha Ishak • November 12, 2020

Japanese Town Deploys ‘Monster Wolf’ Robots To Scare Away Bears — And It Works

The machines are motion-activated and have LED strobe lights in their eyes.

By Natasha Ishak • Nov 12, 2020

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Japanese Town Deploys ‘Monster Wolf’ Robots To Scare Away Bears — And It Works

The machines are motion-activated and have LED strobe lights in their eyes.

By Natasha Ishak • November 12, 2020

This Bizarre ‘Snake’ Found In Virginia Is Actually A Giant Hammerhead Worm

These giant worms originate in Southeast Asia and some species can grow to be two feet long.

By Natasha Ishak • Nov 10, 2020

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This Bizarre ‘Snake’ Found In Virginia Is Actually A Giant Hammerhead Worm

These giant worms originate in Southeast Asia and some species can grow to be two feet long.

By Natasha Ishak • November 10, 2020

Endangered White Rhino Born At Disney’s Animal Kingdom After 16-Month Pregnancy

The as-yet-unnamed rhino calf weighed in at 150 pounds and will weigh some 5,100 pounds when it grows up.

By Marco Margaritoff • Nov 9, 2020

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Endangered White Rhino Born At Disney’s Animal Kingdom After 16-Month Pregnancy

The as-yet-unnamed rhino calf weighed in at 150 pounds and will weigh some 5,100 pounds when it grows up.

By Marco Margaritoff • November 9, 2020

Indian Forest Service Discovers Rare Albino Turtle That Looks Like Melted American Cheese

The reptile is a flapshell turtle, which is usually born with brown and green hues.

By Marco Margaritoff • Nov 6, 2020

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Indian Forest Service Discovers Rare Albino Turtle That Looks Like Melted American Cheese

The reptile is a flapshell turtle, which is usually born with brown and green hues.

By Marco Margaritoff • November 6, 2020

Ex-Florida Con Charged In Scheme To Dognap Pitbull For $25,000 Ransom

After robbing the victim's house and stealing his dog, ex-con Jeffrey Parris texted the victim a series of threats — that were sent straight to the police.

By Marco Margaritoff • Nov 5, 2020

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Ex-Florida Con Charged In Scheme To Dognap Pitbull For $25,000 Ransom

After robbing the victim's house and stealing his dog, ex-con Jeffrey Parris texted the victim a series of threats — that were sent straight to the police.

By Marco Margaritoff • November 5, 2020