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44 Mythical Creatures That Early Zoologists Once Believed Were Real

Even into the 19th century, naturalists included illustrations of mythical creatures alongside real ones in scientific texts.

By Natasha Ishak • Jun 25, 2020

44 Mythical Creatures That Early Zoologists Once Believed Were Real

Even into the 19th century, naturalists included illustrations of mythical creatures alongside real ones in scientific texts.

By Natasha Ishak • June 25, 2020

44 Ancient Artifacts That Reveal What Life Was Really Like For Our Ancestors

From prehistoric porn to ancient wine, discover some of the most fascinating ancient artifacts that you won't see in history books.

By Erin Kelly • Jun 21, 2020

44 Ancient Artifacts That Reveal What Life Was Really Like For Our Ancestors

From prehistoric porn to ancient wine, discover some of the most fascinating ancient artifacts that you won't see in history books.

By Erin Kelly • June 21, 2020

Haunting Photos Of Nagoro, The Japanese Village Where The Dead Are Replaced With Life-Size Dolls

Artist Tsukimi Ayano has made at least 400 dolls to repopulate the dwindling village of Nagoro.

By Erin Kelly • Jun 7, 2020

Haunting Photos Of Nagoro, The Japanese Village Where The Dead Are Replaced With Life-Size Dolls

Artist Tsukimi Ayano has made at least 400 dolls to repopulate the dwindling village of Nagoro.

By Erin Kelly • June 7, 2020

Inside The Final Days Of The Hikers From The Dyatlov Pass Incident

These photos of the Dyatlov Pass Incident document the days leading up to the mysterious deaths of nine young hikers — and the investigation into their gruesome deaths.

By Natasha Ishak • May 21, 2020

Inside The Final Days Of The Hikers From The Dyatlov Pass Incident

These photos of the Dyatlov Pass Incident document the days leading up to the mysterious deaths of nine young hikers — and the investigation into their gruesome deaths.

By Natasha Ishak • May 21, 2020

How Al Capone Rose From Brooklyn Street Thug To “Public Enemy No. 1” In 44 Pictures

From his signature cigar to his blood-soaked mob hits, these photos of Al Capone show the legendary Chicago gangster as he really was.

By Marco Margaritoff • May 20, 2020

How Al Capone Rose From Brooklyn Street Thug To “Public Enemy No. 1” In 44 Pictures

From his signature cigar to his blood-soaked mob hits, these photos of Al Capone show the legendary Chicago gangster as he really was.

By Marco Margaritoff • May 20, 2020

23 Of The Year’s Best Nature Photographs That Will Make You Marvel At The Beauty Of Our Planet

Wildlife photographers submitted their best work in the 2020 GDT Nature Photographer of the Year competition — and the results did not disappoint.

By Natasha Ishak • May 18, 2020

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23 Of The Year’s Best Nature Photographs That Will Make You Marvel At The Beauty Of Our Planet

Wildlife photographers submitted their best work in the 2020 GDT Nature Photographer of the Year competition — and the results did not disappoint.

By Natasha Ishak • May 18, 2020

33 Rare Photos That Show The Secret Lives Of Nazis Inside Auschwitz

In 2007, one Nazi officer's photo album came to light and revealed the gleeful private lives of the SS guards who worked inside the deadliest extermination camp of the Holocaust.

By Natasha Ishak • May 11, 2020

33 Rare Photos That Show The Secret Lives Of Nazis Inside Auschwitz

In 2007, one Nazi officer's photo album came to light and revealed the gleeful private lives of the SS guards who worked inside the deadliest extermination camp of the Holocaust.

By Natasha Ishak • May 11, 2020

Discover The Topiaries Of Tulcán Cemetery, A Masterpiece Created By One Tireless Gardener

José Franco Guerrero first began planting cypress trees in 1936. Now, the cemetery features 300 larger-than-life tree sculptures.

By Erin Kelly • May 4, 2020

Discover The Topiaries Of Tulcán Cemetery, A Masterpiece Created By One Tireless Gardener

José Franco Guerrero first began planting cypress trees in 1936. Now, the cemetery features 300 larger-than-life tree sculptures.

By Erin Kelly • May 4, 2020

33 Of The World’s Most Disturbing Museum Artifacts

From a necklace made of genital warts to a collection of petrified hands, prepare to be both amazed and disturbed.

By Natasha Ishak • May 1, 2020

33 Of The World’s Most Disturbing Museum Artifacts

From a necklace made of genital warts to a collection of petrified hands, prepare to be both amazed and disturbed.

By Natasha Ishak • May 1, 2020

33 Pictures Of Animals Taking Over Human Spaces During COVID-19

Whether it's goats in Wales or coyotes in San Francisco, wildlife is thriving during the pandemic even though the human world has been brought to a standstill.

By Natasha Ishak • Apr 29, 2020

33 Pictures Of Animals Taking Over Human Spaces During COVID-19

Whether it's goats in Wales or coyotes in San Francisco, wildlife is thriving during the pandemic even though the human world has been brought to a standstill.

By Natasha Ishak • April 29, 2020