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This Rembrandt Painting Was Deemed A Fake — But Now Experts Say It Could Be Real

Analysis of the tree rings in the wood panel show that Head of a Bearded Man was done on wood from the same tree as another important Rembrandt work.

By Natasha Ishak • Sep 1, 2020

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This Rembrandt Painting Was Deemed A Fake — But Now Experts Say It Could Be Real

Analysis of the tree rings in the wood panel show that Head of a Bearded Man was done on wood from the same tree as another important Rembrandt work.

By Natasha Ishak • September 1, 2020

This Week In History News, Aug. 23 – 29

Turkish Viking settlement unearthed, history's first known signature discovered, 12-foot prehistoric reptile found in the stomach of an even bigger predator.

By All That's Interesting • Aug 28, 2020

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This Week In History News, Aug. 23 – 29

Turkish Viking settlement unearthed, history's first known signature discovered, 12-foot prehistoric reptile found in the stomach of an even bigger predator.

By All That's Interesting • August 28, 2020

Scientists Found A Shark Without Skin Or Teeth Miraculously Thriving In The Mediterranean Sea

As far as researchers can tell, this is the first time a skinless and toothless shark was found surviving in the wild.

By Marco Margaritoff • Aug 27, 2020

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Scientists Found A Shark Without Skin Or Teeth Miraculously Thriving In The Mediterranean Sea

As far as researchers can tell, this is the first time a skinless and toothless shark was found surviving in the wild.

By Marco Margaritoff • August 27, 2020

Deep-Space Radio Signal That Repeats Every 157 Days Just Returned — Right On Schedule

The signal emanates from a galaxy three billion light-years away for 90 days before going silent for 67 days.

By Marco Margaritoff • Aug 26, 2020

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Deep-Space Radio Signal That Repeats Every 157 Days Just Returned — Right On Schedule

The signal emanates from a galaxy three billion light-years away for 90 days before going silent for 67 days.

By Marco Margaritoff • August 26, 2020

This Week In History News, Aug. 16 – 22

Tudor mansion's hidden trove of artifacts uncovered, new findings at Hitler's secret headquarters revealed, woolly rhino remains found inside mummified Ice Age puppy.

By All That's Interesting • Aug 21, 2020

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This Week In History News, Aug. 16 – 22

Tudor mansion's hidden trove of artifacts uncovered, new findings at Hitler's secret headquarters revealed, woolly rhino remains found inside mummified Ice Age puppy.

By All That's Interesting • August 21, 2020

Biologists Found A Supergiant ‘Sea Cockroach’ And Named It After Darth Vader

Not only is it 30 times larger than other isopod species, but it's also the first new giant isopod species found in over a decade.

By Natasha Ishak • Aug 20, 2020

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Biologists Found A Supergiant ‘Sea Cockroach’ And Named It After Darth Vader

Not only is it 30 times larger than other isopod species, but it's also the first new giant isopod species found in over a decade.

By Natasha Ishak • August 20, 2020

Previously Unseen Footage Discovered Of Amelia Earhart Before Her Record-Breaking Transatlantic Flight

The mystery of Earhart's disappearance remains haunting over 80 years later, but this newly uncovered clip shows the pioneering pilot in her prime.

By Marco Margaritoff • Aug 20, 2020

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Previously Unseen Footage Discovered Of Amelia Earhart Before Her Record-Breaking Transatlantic Flight

The mystery of Earhart's disappearance remains haunting over 80 years later, but this newly uncovered clip shows the pioneering pilot in her prime.

By Marco Margaritoff • August 20, 2020

How The Nightmare Tongue-Eating Louse Parasite Replaces A Fish’s Tongue

The tongue-eating louse is the only known parasite that can functionally replace a host's organ.

By Natasha Ishak • Aug 18, 2020

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How The Nightmare Tongue-Eating Louse Parasite Replaces A Fish’s Tongue

The tongue-eating louse is the only known parasite that can functionally replace a host's organ.

By Natasha Ishak • August 18, 2020

This Week In History News, Aug. 9 -15

Mystery human ancestor discovered, Ireland's most haunted mansion goes on sale, 1,300-year-old shipwreck uncovered.

By All That's Interesting • Aug 14, 2020

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This Week In History News, Aug. 9 -15

Mystery human ancestor discovered, Ireland's most haunted mansion goes on sale, 1,300-year-old shipwreck uncovered.

By All That's Interesting • August 14, 2020

Trove Of Nazi Artifacts Found Inside The ‘Wolf’s Lair,’ Hitler’s Top-Secret Headquarters On The Eastern Front

The discovery included armored doors, a staircase to Hitler’s personal barracks, and a barrier made to withstand a chemical attack.

By Natasha Ishak • Aug 13, 2020

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Trove Of Nazi Artifacts Found Inside The ‘Wolf’s Lair,’ Hitler’s Top-Secret Headquarters On The Eastern Front

The discovery included armored doors, a staircase to Hitler’s personal barracks, and a barrier made to withstand a chemical attack.

By Natasha Ishak • August 13, 2020

Meet Deinosuchus: The Bus-Sized ‘Terror Crocodile’ That Once Roamed Prehistoric Earth Preying On Dinosaurs

This 33-foot crocodile also had teeth the size of a banana.

By Marco Margaritoff • Aug 12, 2020

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Meet Deinosuchus: The Bus-Sized ‘Terror Crocodile’ That Once Roamed Prehistoric Earth Preying On Dinosaurs

This 33-foot crocodile also had teeth the size of a banana.

By Marco Margaritoff • August 12, 2020

UK Auction House Finds Gandhi’s Gold-Plated Glasses Dangling Out Of Their Mailbox

As Indian lawyer and activist Mahatma Gandhi typically wore nothing but loincloth and glasses, finding a pair of his spectacles dangling out of a mailbox is a historic incident in and of itself.

By Marco Margaritoff • Aug 11, 2020

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UK Auction House Finds Gandhi’s Gold-Plated Glasses Dangling Out Of Their Mailbox

As Indian lawyer and activist Mahatma Gandhi typically wore nothing but loincloth and glasses, finding a pair of his spectacles dangling out of a mailbox is a historic incident in and of itself.

By Marco Margaritoff • August 11, 2020