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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.

By Natasha Ishak • Nov 25, 2020

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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.

By Natasha Ishak • November 25, 2020

The Twisted Story Of Shiro Ishii, The Josef Mengele Of World War 2 Japan

Shiro Ishii ran Unit 731 and performed cruel experiments on prisoners until he was apprehended by the U.S. government — and granted full immunity.

By Andrew Lenoir • Nov 24, 2020

The Twisted Story Of Shiro Ishii, The Josef Mengele Of World War 2 Japan

Shiro Ishii ran Unit 731 and performed cruel experiments on prisoners until he was apprehended by the U.S. government — and granted full immunity.

By Andrew Lenoir • November 24, 2020

British Pianist Soothes Thailand’s Hungry Macaque Monkeys With His Music

Since the coronavirus pandemic brought tourism to a halt, Thailand's monkeys have been starving and aggressive.

By Marco Margaritoff • Nov 23, 2020

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British Pianist Soothes Thailand’s Hungry Macaque Monkeys With His Music

Since the coronavirus pandemic brought tourism to a halt, Thailand's monkeys have been starving and aggressive.

By Marco Margaritoff • November 23, 2020

Man Becomes Instant Millionaire When Football-Sized Meteorite Crashes Through His Roof

The meteorite is estimated to be 4.5 billion years old — and worth nearly $2 million.

By Marco Margaritoff • Nov 18, 2020

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Man Becomes Instant Millionaire When Football-Sized Meteorite Crashes Through His Roof

The meteorite is estimated to be 4.5 billion years old — and worth nearly $2 million.

By Marco Margaritoff • November 18, 2020

‘Intense Hatred And Intense Hunger’: The Grisly Story Of Japanese Cannibalism During WWII

After the war, many Japanese soldiers claimed they only ate human flesh because they were starving. But in most cases, the evidence tells a different story.

By Andrew Lenoir • Nov 5, 2020

‘Intense Hatred And Intense Hunger’: The Grisly Story Of Japanese Cannibalism During WWII

After the war, many Japanese soldiers claimed they only ate human flesh because they were starving. But in most cases, the evidence tells a different story.

By Andrew Lenoir • November 5, 2020

25 Stunning Photos Of Shuri Castle, Okinawa’s 14th-Century World Heritage Site

Built more than 600 years ago, Okinawa's Shuri Castle has weathered World War II bombings and a devastating 2019 fire. Here's why it remains an iconic symbol of the Japanese island.

By Natasha Ishak • Nov 3, 2020

25 Stunning Photos Of Shuri Castle, Okinawa’s 14th-Century World Heritage Site

Built more than 600 years ago, Okinawa's Shuri Castle has weathered World War II bombings and a devastating 2019 fire. Here's why it remains an iconic symbol of the Japanese island.

By Natasha Ishak • November 3, 2020

Fraudsters Con Doctor Out Of $93,000 By Conjuring A ‘Genie’ To Sell Him ‘Aladdin’s Lamp’

"During one visit 'Aladdin' actually made an appearance in front of me."

By Natasha Ishak • Nov 2, 2020

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Fraudsters Con Doctor Out Of $93,000 By Conjuring A ‘Genie’ To Sell Him ‘Aladdin’s Lamp’

"During one visit 'Aladdin' actually made an appearance in front of me."

By Natasha Ishak • November 2, 2020

Inside The Disturbing Legend Of The ‘Tsunami Spirits’ That Have Haunted Japan Ever Since Its 2011 Disaster

Survivors of Japan's harrowing 2011 earthquake and tsunami that killed more than 15,000 people claim to keep seeing the restless spirits of the victims known as "tsunami ghosts."

By Marco Margaritoff • Oct 16, 2020

Inside The Disturbing Legend Of The ‘Tsunami Spirits’ That Have Haunted Japan Ever Since Its 2011 Disaster

Survivors of Japan's harrowing 2011 earthquake and tsunami that killed more than 15,000 people claim to keep seeing the restless spirits of the victims known as "tsunami ghosts."

By Marco Margaritoff • October 16, 2020

Inside “Peace Village,” The Ghost Town On The Border of North and South Korea

South Korean observers say that the North Korean village of Kijong-dong is nothing more than a fake town built to spread propaganda. The buildings are believed to be empty shells with painted-on windows.

By Marco Margaritoff • Sep 29, 2020

Inside “Peace Village,” The Ghost Town On The Border of North and South Korea

South Korean observers say that the North Korean village of Kijong-dong is nothing more than a fake town built to spread propaganda. The buildings are believed to be empty shells with painted-on windows.

By Marco Margaritoff • September 29, 2020

This Week In History News, Sept. 20 – 26

Human footprints dating back 120,000 years uncovered, early Christian texts about demons and wizards translated, secret Knights Templar crypt found.

By All That's Interesting • Sep 25, 2020

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This Week In History News, Sept. 20 – 26

Human footprints dating back 120,000 years uncovered, early Christian texts about demons and wizards translated, secret Knights Templar crypt found.

By All That's Interesting • September 25, 2020