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The Mystery Of The Flying Dutchman Explained By The Physics Of Light

The mysterious Flying Dutchman has been spotted at sea since the late 1700s. However, there's more science than ghosts at work.

By William DeLong • Oct 8, 2021

The Mystery Of The Flying Dutchman Explained By The Physics Of Light

The mysterious Flying Dutchman has been spotted at sea since the late 1700s. However, there's more science than ghosts at work.

By William DeLong • October 8, 2021

Titanic 2 Plans To Complete Its Namesakes’ Doomed Journey In 2022

“Millions have dreamt of sailing on her, seeing her in port and experiencing her unique majesty. Titanic 2 will be the ship where those dreams come true.”

By Bernadette Deron • Sep 20, 2021

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Titanic 2 Plans To Complete Its Namesakes’ Doomed Journey In 2022

“Millions have dreamt of sailing on her, seeing her in port and experiencing her unique majesty. Titanic 2 will be the ship where those dreams come true.”

By Bernadette Deron • September 20, 2021

This Bizarre Pig-Faced Shark Was Just Pulled Out Of The Mediterranean Sea By Italian Naval Officers

The angular roughshark is distinguished by its wide-set eyes and its short, blunt snout, giving it the appearance of a pig.

By Marco Margaritoff • Sep 17, 2021

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This Bizarre Pig-Faced Shark Was Just Pulled Out Of The Mediterranean Sea By Italian Naval Officers

The angular roughshark is distinguished by its wide-set eyes and its short, blunt snout, giving it the appearance of a pig.

By Marco Margaritoff • September 17, 2021

101-Year-Old Woman Who Began Trapping Lobster Before The Great Depression Has No Plans To Retire

Virginia "Ginny" Oliver learned how to trap lobster from from her dad in 1927, and today she still fishes with her 79-year-old son.

By Marco Margaritoff • Sep 13, 2021

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101-Year-Old Woman Who Began Trapping Lobster Before The Great Depression Has No Plans To Retire

Virginia "Ginny" Oliver learned how to trap lobster from from her dad in 1927, and today she still fishes with her 79-year-old son.

By Marco Margaritoff • September 13, 2021

Inside The Tragic Sinking Of The RMS Titanic And The Full Story Behind It

Discover the most fascinating facts and stories about the sinking of the RMS Titanic on April 15, 1912, from how it happened to how many people died.

By Kaleena Fraga • Aug 20, 2021

Inside The Tragic Sinking Of The RMS Titanic And The Full Story Behind It

Discover the most fascinating facts and stories about the sinking of the RMS Titanic on April 15, 1912, from how it happened to how many people died.

By Kaleena Fraga • August 20, 2021

What The Immortal Jellyfish Means For Humankind

Known as the immortal jellyfish, Turritopsis Dohrnii's can live forever — and scientists are working to see if they can apply its properties to humans.

By Krissy Howard • Aug 4, 2021

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What The Immortal Jellyfish Means For Humankind

Known as the immortal jellyfish, Turritopsis Dohrnii's can live forever — and scientists are working to see if they can apply its properties to humans.

By Krissy Howard • August 4, 2021

The Blue-Ringed Octopus Is One Of The World’s Deadliest Creatures — And It’s Adorable

The bite of a blue-ringed octopus is one of the deadliest in the world — and it comes in a squishy package.

By Marco Margaritoff • Jun 28, 2021

The Blue-Ringed Octopus Is One Of The World’s Deadliest Creatures — And It’s Adorable

The bite of a blue-ringed octopus is one of the deadliest in the world — and it comes in a squishy package.

By Marco Margaritoff • June 28, 2021

Stunning Drone Footage Reveals Complex Social Lives Of Killer Whales — And That They Have Best Friends

Researchers captured these majestic creatures adorably giving each other hugs and even "flippers slaps."

By Marco Margaritoff • Jun 18, 2021

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Stunning Drone Footage Reveals Complex Social Lives Of Killer Whales — And That They Have Best Friends

Researchers captured these majestic creatures adorably giving each other hugs and even "flippers slaps."

By Marco Margaritoff • June 18, 2021

A Cape Cod Diver Was Just Swallowed — And Spit Out — By A Humpback Whale

For 30-40 seconds, Michael Packard struggled to escape the whale's mouth and wondered if he would be swallowed whole.

By Kaleena Fraga • Jun 14, 2021

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A Cape Cod Diver Was Just Swallowed — And Spit Out — By A Humpback Whale

For 30-40 seconds, Michael Packard struggled to escape the whale's mouth and wondered if he would be swallowed whole.

By Kaleena Fraga • June 14, 2021

This Giant Noah’s Ark Replica Is Stranded In The UK Because British Authorities Don’t Believe It’s Seaworthy

The floating museum can't actually sail on its own and has to be towed wherever it goes. It has been trapped by an international stalemate over its status as a "non-certified floating vessel."

By Marco Margaritoff • Jun 11, 2021

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This Giant Noah’s Ark Replica Is Stranded In The UK Because British Authorities Don’t Believe It’s Seaworthy

The floating museum can't actually sail on its own and has to be towed wherever it goes. It has been trapped by an international stalemate over its status as a "non-certified floating vessel."

By Marco Margaritoff • June 11, 2021