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New Research Finds That Vikings Brought Their Favorite Animals To Britain Over 1,000 Years Ago

By analyzing bones found in England, researchers confirmed that Vikings transported animals like horses and dogs from Scandinavia to Britain.

By Amber Morgan • Feb 2, 2023

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New Research Finds That Vikings Brought Their Favorite Animals To Britain Over 1,000 Years Ago

By analyzing bones found in England, researchers confirmed that Vikings transported animals like horses and dogs from Scandinavia to Britain.

By Amber Morgan • February 2, 2023

This Ancient Statue Of A Hercules-Like Figure Was Just Discovered In A Roman Sewer

Experts believe that the statue may depict Hercules or perhaps a Roman emperor dressed as the ancient hero.

By Kaleena Fraga • Jan 30, 2023

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This Ancient Statue Of A Hercules-Like Figure Was Just Discovered In A Roman Sewer

Experts believe that the statue may depict Hercules or perhaps a Roman emperor dressed as the ancient hero.

By Kaleena Fraga • January 30, 2023

Who Is Henry Tandey, ‘The Man Who Didn’t Shoot Hitler’?

Adolf Hitler claimed that British war hero Henry Tandey nearly killed him during World War I, then changed his mind at the last moment. But did Hitler make this story up?

By Daniel Rennie • Jan 30, 2023

Who Is Henry Tandey, ‘The Man Who Didn’t Shoot Hitler’?

Adolf Hitler claimed that British war hero Henry Tandey nearly killed him during World War I, then changed his mind at the last moment. But did Hitler make this story up?

By Daniel Rennie • January 30, 2023

Angela Hitler Was The Führer’s Half-Sister — And The Mother Of His Teenage Love Interest

Angela Hitler was the Führer's favorite sister who remained loyal to him even after he began a romantic relationship with Angela's daughter, Geli Raubal.

By Sienna Vittoria Asselin • Jan 29, 2023

Angela Hitler Was The Führer’s Half-Sister — And The Mother Of His Teenage Love Interest

Angela Hitler was the Führer's favorite sister who remained loyal to him even after he began a romantic relationship with Angela's daughter, Geli Raubal.

By Sienna Vittoria Asselin • January 29, 2023

Rare Van Dyck Painting Found In Farmer’s Shed Covered In Bird Droppings Expected To Sell For Up To $3 Million

The painting, found by a part-time art collector in a New York shed, is believed to be over four centuries old and a classic example of a Dutch Golden Age painting.

By Amber Morgan • Jan 23, 2023

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Rare Van Dyck Painting Found In Farmer’s Shed Covered In Bird Droppings Expected To Sell For Up To $3 Million

The painting, found by a part-time art collector in a New York shed, is believed to be over four centuries old and a classic example of a Dutch Golden Age painting.

By Amber Morgan • January 23, 2023

This Week In History News, Jan. 15 – 21

"Replica" sword found to be genuine Bronze Age artifact, one of the world's oldest runestones discovered, ancient Egyptian burial uncovered with 142 dead dogs.

By All That's Interesting • Jan 20, 2023

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This Week In History News, Jan. 15 – 21

"Replica" sword found to be genuine Bronze Age artifact, one of the world's oldest runestones discovered, ancient Egyptian burial uncovered with 142 dead dogs.

By All That's Interesting • January 20, 2023

Archaeologists In Norway May Have Found The World’s Oldest Runestone

Experts say that the 2,000-year-old artifact is the oldest datable runestone in the world and may provide researchers with valuable knowledge about the early days of runic writing.

By Amber Morgan • Jan 19, 2023

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Archaeologists In Norway May Have Found The World’s Oldest Runestone

Experts say that the 2,000-year-old artifact is the oldest datable runestone in the world and may provide researchers with valuable knowledge about the early days of runic writing.

By Amber Morgan • January 19, 2023

Inside The Fascinating True Story Of Louis Braille — And How He Created A Revolutionary Alphabet For The Blind

Blinded as a 3-year-old boy, Louis Braille went on to become a renowned French educator in the 19th century, developing the famous Braille system that’s still used today.

By Genevieve Carlton • Jan 18, 2023

Inside The Fascinating True Story Of Louis Braille — And How He Created A Revolutionary Alphabet For The Blind

Blinded as a 3-year-old boy, Louis Braille went on to become a renowned French educator in the 19th century, developing the famous Braille system that’s still used today.

By Genevieve Carlton • January 18, 2023

Ukrainian Doctors Successfully Remove A Live Grenade From A Soldier’s Chest Without Setting It Off

The surgeons risked their own lives, using uncommon procedures to avoid detonating the grenade.

By Austin Harvey • Jan 18, 2023

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Ukrainian Doctors Successfully Remove A Live Grenade From A Soldier’s Chest Without Setting It Off

The surgeons risked their own lives, using uncommon procedures to avoid detonating the grenade.

By Austin Harvey • January 18, 2023

More Time In Green Spaces Linked To Needing Fewer Prescription Drugs In New Study

Spending more time in nature could yield positive mental health results, but limited access in parts of the world is a significant hurdle.

By Austin Harvey • Jan 17, 2023

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More Time In Green Spaces Linked To Needing Fewer Prescription Drugs In New Study

Spending more time in nature could yield positive mental health results, but limited access in parts of the world is a significant hurdle.

By Austin Harvey • January 17, 2023