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North Korean Mother Faces Jail For Saving Children Instead Of Kim Family Portraits From House Fire

Now, this mother can't even get antibiotics to treat her children's burns because she's under investigation by the state.

By Marco Margaritoff • Jan 13, 2020

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North Korean Mother Faces Jail For Saving Children Instead Of Kim Family Portraits From House Fire

Now, this mother can't even get antibiotics to treat her children's burns because she's under investigation by the state.

By Marco Margaritoff • January 13, 2020

Prehistoric Chinese Paddlefish Is The First Species Of The New Decade Declared Extinct

"Loss of such unique and charismatic megafauna representative of freshwater ecosystems is a reprehensible and an irreparable loss," one scientist said.

By Natasha Ishak • Jan 7, 2020

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Prehistoric Chinese Paddlefish Is The First Species Of The New Decade Declared Extinct

"Loss of such unique and charismatic megafauna representative of freshwater ecosystems is a reprehensible and an irreparable loss," one scientist said.

By Natasha Ishak • January 7, 2020

The Ancient Mongolian Art Of Hunting With Eagles Is A Sight To Behold

For 4,000 years, people in western Mongolia have used eagles to hunt small mammals — though only 10 women still uphold the practice.

By Katie Serena • Jan 6, 2020

The Ancient Mongolian Art Of Hunting With Eagles Is A Sight To Behold

For 4,000 years, people in western Mongolia have used eagles to hunt small mammals — though only 10 women still uphold the practice.

By Katie Serena • January 6, 2020

21 Startling Images Of India’s Biggest Landfill That’s Almost As Tall As The Taj Mahal

For the poor people living in the slums surrounding the Ghazipur landfill in New Delhi, "this mountain of trash has made our lives hell."

By Erin Kelly • Dec 18, 2019

21 Startling Images Of India’s Biggest Landfill That’s Almost As Tall As The Taj Mahal

For the poor people living in the slums surrounding the Ghazipur landfill in New Delhi, "this mountain of trash has made our lives hell."

By Erin Kelly • December 18, 2019

Adorable Photos Of The Japanese Snow Monkeys Who Get Through Winter In Hot Springs

The Japanese snow monkeys who live in and around Jigokudani Monkey Park are the very picture of tranquility as they enjoy a long soak in the park's naturally-heated pools.

By Erin Kelly • Dec 17, 2019

Adorable Photos Of The Japanese Snow Monkeys Who Get Through Winter In Hot Springs

The Japanese snow monkeys who live in and around Jigokudani Monkey Park are the very picture of tranquility as they enjoy a long soak in the park's naturally-heated pools.

By Erin Kelly • December 17, 2019

The Biggest History News Stories Of 2019, From Tut’s Tomb To The Knights Templar

Whether it was archaeology, ancient monuments, or extinct animals, history news and discoveries ranked with the most fascinating stories of 2019.

By Natasha Ishak • Dec 15, 2019

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The Biggest History News Stories Of 2019, From Tut’s Tomb To The Knights Templar

Whether it was archaeology, ancient monuments, or extinct animals, history news and discoveries ranked with the most fascinating stories of 2019.

By Natasha Ishak • December 15, 2019

India’s Living Root Bridges Could Be The Future of Green Design

Meghalaya, India's bridges made from living tree roots are as long as 164 feet and can carry dozens of people at a time.

By Erin Kelly • Dec 12, 2019

India’s Living Root Bridges Could Be The Future of Green Design

Meghalaya, India's bridges made from living tree roots are as long as 164 feet and can carry dozens of people at a time.

By Erin Kelly • December 12, 2019

A Family Of Cockroaches Was Found Living Inside A Chinese Man’s Ear

"He said his ear hurt a lot, like something was scratching or crawling inside... I discovered more than 10 cockroach babies inside. They were already running around."

By Marco Margaritoff • Nov 11, 2019

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A Family Of Cockroaches Was Found Living Inside A Chinese Man’s Ear

"He said his ear hurt a lot, like something was scratching or crawling inside... I discovered more than 10 cockroach babies inside. They were already running around."

By Marco Margaritoff • November 11, 2019

Japanese Businesses Are Telling Women Not To Wear Glasses To Be More ‘Appealing’

Following the sexist demands that women wear high heels and makeup to work, Japanese businesses are now instructing them to not wear glasses. The younger generations aren't having it.

By Marco Margaritoff • Nov 8, 2019

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Japanese Businesses Are Telling Women Not To Wear Glasses To Be More ‘Appealing’

Following the sexist demands that women wear high heels and makeup to work, Japanese businesses are now instructing them to not wear glasses. The younger generations aren't having it.

By Marco Margaritoff • November 8, 2019

The Extraordinary Life Of Aviation Legend Jimmy Doolittle

Before World War II, Jimmy Doolittle was already a world-famous aviator, but it was his daring raid on Tokyo following the attack on Pearl Harbor that cemented his place in history.

By Joseph Williams • Nov 5, 2019

The Extraordinary Life Of Aviation Legend Jimmy Doolittle

Before World War II, Jimmy Doolittle was already a world-famous aviator, but it was his daring raid on Tokyo following the attack on Pearl Harbor that cemented his place in history.

By Joseph Williams • November 5, 2019