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The Tragic Life Of Tilikum, SeaWorld’s Infamous Killer Orca

In February 2010, Tilikum killed his trainer Dawn Brancheau during a performance at SeaWorld Orlando. The incident became the focus of the 2013 documentary Blackfish and sparked public outcry about the mistreatment of captive orcas.

By Austin Harvey • Jun 13, 2023

The Tragic Life Of Tilikum, SeaWorld’s Infamous Killer Orca

In February 2010, Tilikum killed his trainer Dawn Brancheau during a performance at SeaWorld Orlando. The incident became the focus of the 2013 documentary Blackfish and sparked public outcry about the mistreatment of captive orcas.

By Austin Harvey • June 13, 2023

‘Atlantis Of The North Sea’ Found 600 Years After It Allegedly Disappeared Beneath The Waves

Legend holds that the lost city of Rungholt was swallowed by the ocean in 1362 as punishment for its inhabitants' sins.

By Kaleena Fraga • Jun 5, 2023

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‘Atlantis Of The North Sea’ Found 600 Years After It Allegedly Disappeared Beneath The Waves

Legend holds that the lost city of Rungholt was swallowed by the ocean in 1362 as punishment for its inhabitants' sins.

By Kaleena Fraga • June 5, 2023

Stunning Gold Necklace Adorned With Megalodon Tooth Found Among Titanic Wreckage

Deep-sea recovery group Magellan combed through hundreds of thousands of images to build the digital recreation of the doomed ship that revealed the necklace.

By Kaleena Fraga • Jun 2, 2023

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Stunning Gold Necklace Adorned With Megalodon Tooth Found Among Titanic Wreckage

Deep-sea recovery group Magellan combed through hundreds of thousands of images to build the digital recreation of the doomed ship that revealed the necklace.

By Kaleena Fraga • June 2, 2023

Orcas Have Sunk 3 Boats In Europe And Appear To Be Teaching Others To Do The Same

Scientists believe young orcas are mimicking the behavior of a single female who had a traumatic encounter with a boat in 2020.

By Austin Harvey • May 23, 2023

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Orcas Have Sunk 3 Boats In Europe And Appear To Be Teaching Others To Do The Same

Scientists believe young orcas are mimicking the behavior of a single female who had a traumatic encounter with a boat in 2020.

By Austin Harvey • May 23, 2023

Inside The Mystery Of The ‘Montauk Monster’ That Washed Ashore In Long Island

In the summer of 2008, locals in the New York hamlet of Montauk were shaken by the discovery of a bloated and bloodless creature they couldn't identify. It was dubbed the "Montauk Monster" — then it mysteriously vanished.

By Marco Margaritoff • May 23, 2023

Inside The Mystery Of The ‘Montauk Monster’ That Washed Ashore In Long Island

In the summer of 2008, locals in the New York hamlet of Montauk were shaken by the discovery of a bloated and bloodless creature they couldn't identify. It was dubbed the "Montauk Monster" — then it mysteriously vanished.

By Marco Margaritoff • May 23, 2023

The Story Of The Real Captain Richard Phillips Who Was Kidnapped By Somali Pirates

In a harrowing ordeal that later inspired the film Captain Phillips, four Somali pirates hijacked the MV Maersk Alabama and kidnapped Captain Richard Phillips in April 2009.

By Austin Harvey • May 22, 2023

The Story Of The Real Captain Richard Phillips Who Was Kidnapped By Somali Pirates

In a harrowing ordeal that later inspired the film Captain Phillips, four Somali pirates hijacked the MV Maersk Alabama and kidnapped Captain Richard Phillips in April 2009.

By Austin Harvey • May 22, 2023

Amazing New Footage Shows That Octopuses May Experience Nightmares

At a lab in New York City, a male octopus named Costello suddenly woke up from his sleep and began flailing his arms and releasing ink. Researchers believe this behavior is evidence that octopuses experience nightmares.

By Amber Morgan • May 22, 2023

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Amazing New Footage Shows That Octopuses May Experience Nightmares

At a lab in New York City, a male octopus named Costello suddenly woke up from his sleep and began flailing his arms and releasing ink. Researchers believe this behavior is evidence that octopuses experience nightmares.

By Amber Morgan • May 22, 2023

A Florida Professor Has Been Living Underwater For A Record-Breaking 74 Days

Joseph Dituri, also known as "Dr. Deep Sea," has lived in an underwater lodge for 74 days and plans to stay until June for an even 100.

By Amber Morgan • May 15, 2023

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A Florida Professor Has Been Living Underwater For A Record-Breaking 74 Days

Joseph Dituri, also known as "Dr. Deep Sea," has lived in an underwater lodge for 74 days and plans to stay until June for an even 100.

By Amber Morgan • May 15, 2023

Inside The Terrifying History Of The Megalodon, The Shark That Made The T-Rex Look Tiny

The prehistoric megalodon was the largest shark species ever, reaching almost 60 feet long — but it went extinct 3.6 million years ago.

By Caroline Redmond • May 15, 2023

Inside The Terrifying History Of The Megalodon, The Shark That Made The T-Rex Look Tiny

The prehistoric megalodon was the largest shark species ever, reaching almost 60 feet long — but it went extinct 3.6 million years ago.

By Caroline Redmond • May 15, 2023

This Week In History News, May 7 – 13

Ancient sunken road discovered near Croatia, Stone Age dagger found in Norway, mass grave from 7,000 years ago unearthed in Oman.

By All That's Interesting • May 12, 2023

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This Week In History News, May 7 – 13

Ancient sunken road discovered near Croatia, Stone Age dagger found in Norway, mass grave from 7,000 years ago unearthed in Oman.

By All That's Interesting • May 12, 2023