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The Mystery Of Rosalia Lombardo, The ‘Blinking’ Mummy Who Appears To Open Her Eyes

Not only did a secret formula allow Rosalia Lombardo to become one of Earth's best-preserved mummies, but many even claim that she can open her eyes.

By Adam Farley • Jun 22, 2021

The Mystery Of Rosalia Lombardo, The ‘Blinking’ Mummy Who Appears To Open Her Eyes

Not only did a secret formula allow Rosalia Lombardo to become one of Earth's best-preserved mummies, but many even claim that she can open her eyes.

By Adam Farley • June 22, 2021

Inside The Enduring Hunt For The Mysterious Oak Island Treasure

For more than 200 years, treasure hunters have flocked to Oak Island in search of pirate gold — which is said to be buried in the "Money Pit" on the Nova Scotia isle.

By Kara Goldfarb • Jun 17, 2021

Inside The Enduring Hunt For The Mysterious Oak Island Treasure

For more than 200 years, treasure hunters have flocked to Oak Island in search of pirate gold — which is said to be buried in the "Money Pit" on the Nova Scotia isle.

By Kara Goldfarb • June 17, 2021

David Bowie Painting Bought At A Landfill For $4 Is Now Selling For $18,000

"DHead XLVI" was part of a 47-portrait series by Bowie and found at a thrift shop at the entrance to a landfill just outside Toronto.

By Marco Margaritoff • Jun 17, 2021

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David Bowie Painting Bought At A Landfill For $4 Is Now Selling For $18,000

"DHead XLVI" was part of a 47-portrait series by Bowie and found at a thrift shop at the entrance to a landfill just outside Toronto.

By Marco Margaritoff • June 17, 2021

This Giant Noah’s Ark Replica Is Stranded In The UK Because British Authorities Don’t Believe It’s Seaworthy

The floating museum can't actually sail on its own and has to be towed wherever it goes. It has been trapped by an international stalemate over its status as a "non-certified floating vessel."

By Marco Margaritoff • Jun 11, 2021

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This Giant Noah’s Ark Replica Is Stranded In The UK Because British Authorities Don’t Believe It’s Seaworthy

The floating museum can't actually sail on its own and has to be towed wherever it goes. It has been trapped by an international stalemate over its status as a "non-certified floating vessel."

By Marco Margaritoff • June 11, 2021

11 Nikola Tesla Inventions That Cemented His Place As One Of History’s Greatest Minds

Throughout his storied yet tragic life, Nikola Tesla invented hundreds of devices and processes that changed our world, from the Tesla coil to the induction motor.

By Kaleena Fraga • Jun 10, 2021

11 Nikola Tesla Inventions That Cemented His Place As One Of History’s Greatest Minds

Throughout his storied yet tragic life, Nikola Tesla invented hundreds of devices and processes that changed our world, from the Tesla coil to the induction motor.

By Kaleena Fraga • June 10, 2021

The Principality Of Sealand: The 0.004 Square Kilometer ‘Country’ Off The Coast Of England

Created by a disgruntled pirate radio broadcaster named Paddy Roy Bates in 1967, Sealand is an unrecognized micronation in the North Sea with its own constitution, national flag, and passport.

By William DeLong • Jun 9, 2021

The Principality Of Sealand: The 0.004 Square Kilometer ‘Country’ Off The Coast Of England

Created by a disgruntled pirate radio broadcaster named Paddy Roy Bates in 1967, Sealand is an unrecognized micronation in the North Sea with its own constitution, national flag, and passport.

By William DeLong • June 9, 2021

This Isolated Bolivian Tribe Has The Healthiest Brains And Hearts On Earth

Scientists were surprised to find that the Tsimané people in Bolivia experience less brain atrophy than Westerners since the tribe has no access to modern medicine.

By Kaleena Fraga • Jun 3, 2021

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This Isolated Bolivian Tribe Has The Healthiest Brains And Hearts On Earth

Scientists were surprised to find that the Tsimané people in Bolivia experience less brain atrophy than Westerners since the tribe has no access to modern medicine.

By Kaleena Fraga • June 3, 2021

Single 16mm Frame Of ‘Alien Autopsy’ Allegedly Shot In Roswell Up For Auction As A $1 Million NFT

The footage has purportedly been authenticated by the CIA and the winning bidder will also receive a memo from a scientist affiliated with the agency that verifies the negative.

By Kaleena Fraga • Jun 2, 2021

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Single 16mm Frame Of ‘Alien Autopsy’ Allegedly Shot In Roswell Up For Auction As A $1 Million NFT

The footage has purportedly been authenticated by the CIA and the winning bidder will also receive a memo from a scientist affiliated with the agency that verifies the negative.

By Kaleena Fraga • June 2, 2021

Archaeologists Have Discovered The World’s Oldest Known Tattoo Needles In Tennessee

The Native American needles were carved from turkey bones, and originally found in 1985 — before researchers realized their significance.

By Kaleena Fraga • May 27, 2021

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Archaeologists Have Discovered The World’s Oldest Known Tattoo Needles In Tennessee

The Native American needles were carved from turkey bones, and originally found in 1985 — before researchers realized their significance.

By Kaleena Fraga • May 27, 2021

Inside The Bloody History Of The Soviet Union’s White Sea-Baltic Canal

First opened in 1933, the White Sea-Baltic Canal was built on the backs of gulag prisoners. By the time it was done, more than 25,000 laborers had lost their lives.

By Morgan Dunn • May 20, 2021

Inside The Bloody History Of The Soviet Union’s White Sea-Baltic Canal

First opened in 1933, the White Sea-Baltic Canal was built on the backs of gulag prisoners. By the time it was done, more than 25,000 laborers had lost their lives.

By Morgan Dunn • May 20, 2021