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The Americas’ Oldest Human Remains Were Likely Destroyed In A Museum Fire In Brazil

The skull of Luzia, a woman who lived over 11,000 years ago, was displayed in Brazil's National Museum along with 20 million other artifacts that may all have perished.

By Bernadette Deron • Sep 5, 2018

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The Americas’ Oldest Human Remains Were Likely Destroyed In A Museum Fire In Brazil

The skull of Luzia, a woman who lived over 11,000 years ago, was displayed in Brazil's National Museum along with 20 million other artifacts that may all have perished.

By Bernadette Deron • September 5, 2018

A Stolen Pair Of Ruby Slippers From The Wizard Of Oz Have Been Found 13 Years Later By The FBI

After a yearlong sting operation conducted by authorities, the missing shoes were finally recovered — but the FBI still doesn't know who's responsible for the crime.

By Bernadette Deron • Sep 5, 2018

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A Stolen Pair Of Ruby Slippers From The Wizard Of Oz Have Been Found 13 Years Later By The FBI

After a yearlong sting operation conducted by authorities, the missing shoes were finally recovered — but the FBI still doesn't know who's responsible for the crime.

By Bernadette Deron • September 5, 2018

This Supermarket Put Googly Eyes On Their Fish To Make Them Look Fresher

Authorities closed down the fish market after learning about the googly eyes, and it's unclear if they'll be allowed to open their doors again.

By Bernadette Deron • Sep 5, 2018

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This Supermarket Put Googly Eyes On Their Fish To Make Them Look Fresher

Authorities closed down the fish market after learning about the googly eyes, and it's unclear if they'll be allowed to open their doors again.

By Bernadette Deron • September 5, 2018

Nearly 90 Elephants, Killed For Their Tusks, Found Dead Near Wildlife Sanctuary In Botswana

The discovery of the elephant carcasses comes just a few months after the country's strict anti-poaching policy was changed.

By Caroline Redmond • Sep 4, 2018

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Nearly 90 Elephants, Killed For Their Tusks, Found Dead Near Wildlife Sanctuary In Botswana

The discovery of the elephant carcasses comes just a few months after the country's strict anti-poaching policy was changed.

By Caroline Redmond • September 4, 2018

A Baby Rhino Was Found Clinging To His Mother After She Was Murdered For Her Horns

The baby rhino is emotionally scarred by the attack, and his cries for his mother are described as "a heart-wrenching sound and one that he should never have to make."

By Bernadette Deron • Sep 4, 2018

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A Baby Rhino Was Found Clinging To His Mother After She Was Murdered For Her Horns

The baby rhino is emotionally scarred by the attack, and his cries for his mother are described as "a heart-wrenching sound and one that he should never have to make."

By Bernadette Deron • September 4, 2018

16th Century Playhouse Where Shakespeare Got His Start Will Reopen To The Public

William Shakespeare is a household name nowadays - and this newly excavated theater helped launch his career as a preeminent playwright.

By Caroline Redmond • Sep 4, 2018

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16th Century Playhouse Where Shakespeare Got His Start Will Reopen To The Public

William Shakespeare is a household name nowadays - and this newly excavated theater helped launch his career as a preeminent playwright.

By Caroline Redmond • September 4, 2018

Colombian Tattoo Artist Has Nose And Ears Cut Off To Resemble A Living Skull

"I am a normal person but I look different from others ... I feel good as I am."

By Caroline Redmond • Aug 31, 2018

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Colombian Tattoo Artist Has Nose And Ears Cut Off To Resemble A Living Skull

"I am a normal person but I look different from others ... I feel good as I am."

By Caroline Redmond • August 31, 2018

Germany Returns Skulls Of Namibian Genocide Victims — But Still Won’t Apologize For Killing Thousands

Almost 40 years before the Holocaust, the concentration camp imprisonment and mass murder of the Herero and Nama people marked the first genocide of the 20th century.

By John Kuroski • Aug 29, 2018

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Germany Returns Skulls Of Namibian Genocide Victims — But Still Won’t Apologize For Killing Thousands

Almost 40 years before the Holocaust, the concentration camp imprisonment and mass murder of the Herero and Nama people marked the first genocide of the 20th century.

By John Kuroski • August 29, 2018

Scientists Discover 85 Miles Of Coral Reef Off The Coast Of South Carolina

"It's incredible that it stayed hidden off the U.S. East Coast for so long."

By Leah Silverman • Aug 29, 2018

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Scientists Discover 85 Miles Of Coral Reef Off The Coast Of South Carolina

"It's incredible that it stayed hidden off the U.S. East Coast for so long."

By Leah Silverman • August 29, 2018

New Study Sheds Light On Infamously Mysterious 19th-Century Cannibal Shipwreck

The cause of death for all 128 crew members on the Franklin Expedition has long baffled archaeologists, but a new study brings them one step closer to finding the truth.

By Caroline Redmond • Aug 28, 2018

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New Study Sheds Light On Infamously Mysterious 19th-Century Cannibal Shipwreck

The cause of death for all 128 crew members on the Franklin Expedition has long baffled archaeologists, but a new study brings them one step closer to finding the truth.

By Caroline Redmond • August 28, 2018