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15 Cannibalistic Animals That Eat Their Own For A Variety Of Disturbing Reasons

From chimps to sharks to hamsters, these cannibal animals kill and eat their own for a variety of disturbing reasons.

By Krissy Howard • Sep 19, 2017

15 Cannibalistic Animals That Eat Their Own For A Variety Of Disturbing Reasons

From chimps to sharks to hamsters, these cannibal animals kill and eat their own for a variety of disturbing reasons.

By Krissy Howard • September 19, 2017

The Insane-Sounding But Totally Real World War II Plot To Bomb Japan With Bats

The bat bomb was designed to terrorize the people of Japan in the most unexpected way.

By Katie Serena • Sep 14, 2017

The Insane-Sounding But Totally Real World War II Plot To Bomb Japan With Bats

The bat bomb was designed to terrorize the people of Japan in the most unexpected way.

By Katie Serena • September 14, 2017

Prehistoric Vampire Ant Found Perfectly Preserved In Amber

It was given the scientific species name vladi, after Romanian prince Vlad Dracula, the inspiration for many vampire stories.

By Gabe Paoletti • Sep 13, 2017

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Prehistoric Vampire Ant Found Perfectly Preserved In Amber

It was given the scientific species name vladi, after Romanian prince Vlad Dracula, the inspiration for many vampire stories.

By Gabe Paoletti • September 13, 2017

Santeria: 20 Fascinating Photos That Separate Fact From Fiction

Mysterious to many, and misunderstood by most, Santeria is often incorrectly regarded as a form of witchcraft. A closer look, however, reveals a religion with deep roots embedded in west African culture, and one necessary for survival amid colonial rule during the Atlantic slave trade. Also known as Regla de...

By All That's Interesting • Sep 5, 2017

Santeria: 20 Fascinating Photos That Separate Fact From Fiction

Mysterious to many, and misunderstood by most, Santeria is often incorrectly regarded as a form of witchcraft. A closer look, however, reveals a religion with deep roots embedded in west African culture, and one necessary for survival amid colonial rule during the Atlantic slave trade. Also known as Regla de...

By All That's Interesting • September 5, 2017

It Turns Out That Fish Around The Great Lakes Are On Antidepressants

A new study shows alarmingly high levels of prescription drugs in the region's fish.

By Gabe Paoletti • Sep 1, 2017

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It Turns Out That Fish Around The Great Lakes Are On Antidepressants

A new study shows alarmingly high levels of prescription drugs in the region's fish.

By Gabe Paoletti • September 1, 2017

“The Most Bizarre Dinosaur Ever Found” Just Solved A Huge Evolutionary Mystery

With a strange body that has both herbivore and carnivore features, the Chilesaurus has baffled scientists — until now.

By Gabe Paoletti • Aug 16, 2017

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“The Most Bizarre Dinosaur Ever Found” Just Solved A Huge Evolutionary Mystery

With a strange body that has both herbivore and carnivore features, the Chilesaurus has baffled scientists — until now.

By Gabe Paoletti • August 16, 2017

Big Game Hunter Trampled To Death By Elephant He Was Preparing To Shoot

Jose Monzalvez was preparing to shoot at a herd of elephants in Namibia when one of them broke free and trampled him to death.

By All That's Interesting • Aug 14, 2017

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Big Game Hunter Trampled To Death By Elephant He Was Preparing To Shoot

Jose Monzalvez was preparing to shoot at a herd of elephants in Namibia when one of them broke free and trampled him to death.

By All That's Interesting • August 14, 2017

16 Fascinating Photos Of Two-Headed Animals Found In Nature

From turtles and snakes to cows and pigs, two-headed animals are not only astounding but perhaps not quite as rare as you might think.

By Krissy Howard • Aug 5, 2017

16 Fascinating Photos Of Two-Headed Animals Found In Nature

From turtles and snakes to cows and pigs, two-headed animals are not only astounding but perhaps not quite as rare as you might think.

By Krissy Howard • August 5, 2017

Giant Craters Open Up Across Siberia’s “End Of The Earth” Peninsula

Craters quickly growing across Russia have mystified scientists over the past few years. But most can agree that they're not a good sign.

By All That's Interesting • Jul 31, 2017

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Giant Craters Open Up Across Siberia’s “End Of The Earth” Peninsula

Craters quickly growing across Russia have mystified scientists over the past few years. But most can agree that they're not a good sign.

By All That's Interesting • July 31, 2017

People Have Made Enough Plastic To Cover Argentina, New Study Says

If trends continue, scientists predict the equivalent of 35,000 Empire State Buildings-worth of plastic garbage will fill our landfills by 2050.

By All That's Interesting • Jul 20, 2017

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People Have Made Enough Plastic To Cover Argentina, New Study Says

If trends continue, scientists predict the equivalent of 35,000 Empire State Buildings-worth of plastic garbage will fill our landfills by 2050.

By All That's Interesting • July 20, 2017