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The Lost Continent Of Lemuria Was A Myth — Then Scientists Found Evidence

For decades, scientists offered theories about the fabled sunken continent of Lemuria in the Indian Ocean. But in 2013, researchers finally found evidence that it may have actually existed.

By William DeLong • May 14, 2023

The Lost Continent Of Lemuria Was A Myth — Then Scientists Found Evidence

For decades, scientists offered theories about the fabled sunken continent of Lemuria in the Indian Ocean. But in 2013, researchers finally found evidence that it may have actually existed.

By William DeLong • May 14, 2023

The Real Danish Girl: Lili Elbe’s Tragic Life As A Transgender Pioneer

A successful painter who lived in Paris, Einar Wegener would undergo groundbreaking gender-affirming surgeries and live as Lili Elbe before dying in 1931.

By Katie Serena • May 14, 2023

The Real Danish Girl: Lili Elbe’s Tragic Life As A Transgender Pioneer

A successful painter who lived in Paris, Einar Wegener would undergo groundbreaking gender-affirming surgeries and live as Lili Elbe before dying in 1931.

By Katie Serena • May 14, 2023

Inside Unit 731, Japan’s Disturbing Human Experiments Program During World War II

These six "experiments" by Unit 731 rank among some of the most horrifying war crimes ever committed — and they went virtually unpunished.

By Richard Stockton • May 14, 2023

Inside Unit 731, Japan’s Disturbing Human Experiments Program During World War II

These six "experiments" by Unit 731 rank among some of the most horrifying war crimes ever committed — and they went virtually unpunished.

By Richard Stockton • May 14, 2023

‘Ginormous’ Bones Found By Chance In Museum Archives Turn Out To Belong To A Jurassic Sea Monster

The bones, tucked away in fossil drawers and storage, belong to a pliosaur and suggest that this ancient sea creature could grow even larger than scientists previously thought.

By Kaleena Fraga • May 12, 2023

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‘Ginormous’ Bones Found By Chance In Museum Archives Turn Out To Belong To A Jurassic Sea Monster

The bones, tucked away in fossil drawers and storage, belong to a pliosaur and suggest that this ancient sea creature could grow even larger than scientists previously thought.

By Kaleena Fraga • May 12, 2023

Scientists Discover That Chimpanzees Have A Primitive Language By Pranking Them With Fake Snakes

The study found that chimps have syntax and produce specific sounds to express meaning. The study may shed light onto the evolutionary history of human language.

By Amber Morgan • May 11, 2023

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Scientists Discover That Chimpanzees Have A Primitive Language By Pranking Them With Fake Snakes

The study found that chimps have syntax and produce specific sounds to express meaning. The study may shed light onto the evolutionary history of human language.

By Amber Morgan • May 11, 2023

A New Species Of Deep-Sea Demon Shark With Bright White Eyes Was Just Discovered In Australia

For over a decade, an unidentified collection of bizarre shark eggs left Australian scientists baffled — but now, they've discovered that the eggs belong to a new species of demon catshark.

By Austin Harvey • May 10, 2023

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A New Species Of Deep-Sea Demon Shark With Bright White Eyes Was Just Discovered In Australia

For over a decade, an unidentified collection of bizarre shark eggs left Australian scientists baffled — but now, they've discovered that the eggs belong to a new species of demon catshark.

By Austin Harvey • May 10, 2023

A Meteorite That May Be From Halley’s Comet Just Crashed Into A New Jersey Home

The potato-sized meteorite crashed into the family's roof, hitting the floor and bouncing off the walls. Many believe it is debris from Halley's comet.

By Amber Morgan • May 10, 2023

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A Meteorite That May Be From Halley’s Comet Just Crashed Into A New Jersey Home

The potato-sized meteorite crashed into the family's roof, hitting the floor and bouncing off the walls. Many believe it is debris from Halley's comet.

By Amber Morgan • May 10, 2023

The Real Men In Black: The Quasi-Government Agents Who Silence Witnesses Of Alleged Alien Encounters

Unlike their Hollywood counterparts, the real-life Men in Black are mysterious figures who threaten people who have reported paranormal experiences.

By Austin Harvey • May 9, 2023

The Real Men In Black: The Quasi-Government Agents Who Silence Witnesses Of Alleged Alien Encounters

Unlike their Hollywood counterparts, the real-life Men in Black are mysterious figures who threaten people who have reported paranormal experiences.

By Austin Harvey • May 9, 2023

Clothing Made From Fungi-Based ‘Mushroom Leather’ Could Repair Itself, New Study Suggests

Materials made using fungal mycelium have been found to have regenerative properties, though scientists have yet to perfect the method.

By Kaleena Fraga • May 8, 2023

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Clothing Made From Fungi-Based ‘Mushroom Leather’ Could Repair Itself, New Study Suggests

Materials made using fungal mycelium have been found to have regenerative properties, though scientists have yet to perfect the method.

By Kaleena Fraga • May 8, 2023

Earth’s Largest Freshwater Turtle Species On The Brink Of Extinction After The Last Known Female Turns Up Dead

The female Yangtze giant softshell turtle could have "laid a hundred eggs or more a year," experts said. Now, the known population of this turtle species is only two males.

By Austin Harvey • May 5, 2023

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Earth’s Largest Freshwater Turtle Species On The Brink Of Extinction After The Last Known Female Turns Up Dead

The female Yangtze giant softshell turtle could have "laid a hundred eggs or more a year," experts said. Now, the known population of this turtle species is only two males.

By Austin Harvey • May 5, 2023