The Reason Mountain Lions Are Dying From The Black Plague
Cougars in the area of Yellowstone National Park have been testing positive for Black Plague for well over a decade... but why?
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How Climate Change Could Affect Life In The Deepest Parts Of The Ocean
We know that Earth naturally cycles through cool and warm periods, and that temperatures in 2100 are on track to hit the same highs as 5 million years ago.
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The Devastating Effects Of A Supervolcano Explosion Explained
A supervolcano is a massive, destructive volcano. The consequences of this event could be nothing short of disastrous and would affect humans the world over.
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What Would Happen If Yellowstone Erupted?
Attractions like Old Faithful only exist, though, because Yellowstone sits on top of an active supervolcano, a ticking geological time bomb.
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How The Atomic Bombs Made The Oleander The Flower Of Hiroshima
When atomic bombs were dropped on Hiroshima, no plant growth was expected for 70 years, yet the oleander did grow and became the symbolic flower of the city.
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The Biggest Monkey In The World
What if humans were tasked with selecting a monkey king? To determine which ruler measures up, you'd first have to know the largest monkey species.
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The Deadly Trend Behind Australia's Push To Impose Nighttime Curfew For Cats
Are domesticated cats actually decently murderous enough to raze the terrain of all manner of creatures small enough to fit between their teeth?
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The Truth About The $57 Million Salt And Pepper Holder Once Stolen By Thieves
A valuable saltcellar -- the Saliera -- created by sculptor Benvenuto Cellini was stolen from a Vienna museum in 2003.
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Are Plants Conscious?
The idea that plants are conscious is a contentious one, but a growing pile of research suggests plants are more intelligent beings than most think.
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The Real Reason You Shouldn't Keep Monkeys As Pets
You know what nobody ever says? "Out of all the characters on Friends, I want to be more like Ross."
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Greek Mythology's Explanations For Nature
The ancient Greeks wove a rich tapestry of myths to explain the natural phenomenon happening around them. Here are Greek mythology's explanations for nature.
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Charles Darwin's Lion Theory You Don't Hear Much About
Charles Darwin has gone down in history for his insightful work regarding evolution theory. Come to find out, he had some thoughts specifically about lions.
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America's First Black Millionaires
A remarkable handful of Black Americans managed to become incredibly wealthy and successful over 100 years ago despite organized efforts to hold them down.
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Animals That Have Already Developed Human-Like Intelligence
Some animals alive now have already developed intelligence that rivals our own.
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Incredible Prosthetics That Gave These Animals A Second Chance
The field of animal prosthetics is thriving, and scientists are coming up with new, amazing inventions all the time.
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Convulsing Cats In Japan Once Led To The Discovery Of A Fatal Toxic Outbreak
Cat behavior is always intriguing, and often hilarious. What happened to one group of cats in Japan was no laughing matter, though. Here's the story.
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The Bizarre Will And Testament Of A Michigan Tycoon Took Almost A Century To Come To Fruition
While most wills explain how to divide assets among remaining family members, some choose to be more creative in terms of how they give away their possessions.
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An Egyptian Archeological Dig Found The Remains Of One Boy And 142 Dogs
There have been plenty of things discovered in Egypt throughout the years, including tombs, mummies, ancient structures, and relics that tell various stories.
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The Harrowing Tale Of The Slave Rebellion At Igbo Landing
The trans-Atlantic slave trade is a part of Western civilization's history that has been difficult to come to terms with. Here's a tale of rebellion.
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Hong Kong's Ocean Park Zoo Had To Say Goodbye To One Of Its Oldest Residents
Giant Pandas are considered China's national treasure, beloved around the world, and Hong Kong's Ocean Park Zoo just said goodbye to its oldest panda.
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Gunther VI: The Millionaire German Shepherd Feasting On Gold-Flecked Steak
Media outlets have done various stories on Gunther VI: the millionaire German Shepherd feasting on gold-flecked steak, but things aren't quite what they seem.
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The Oldest Well-Preserved Brain Is Over 300 Million Years Old
Fossils are the preserved remains of dead animals and other organisms. The oldest well-preserved brain is over 300 million years old. Here's the story.
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The Tethys Sea: The Story Of The Ocean That Covered Ancient Earth
Millions of years ago, when dinosaurs still roamed the world, the was the Tethys Ocean, an ocean that existed on Earth for most of the history of life on land.
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Outdoorsman Sniper Thomas Dillon Sent A Horrifying Letter To The Mother Of One Of His Victims
Thomas Dillon was known as the Outdoorsman Sniper for killing five men. He also sent a horrifying letter to the mother of one of his victims.
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How A 120-Million-Year-Old Fossil Could Bridge The Evolutionary Gap Between Dinosaurs And Birds
Birds have always been said to be related to dinosaurs, but this 120-million-year-old fossil could help scientists bridge the gap between dinosaurs and birds.
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19-Foot Alligator: The Fascinating True Story
"Giant alligator" is an attention grabber. How big is the biggest gator?
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The Most Horrifying Things Discovered In The Great Outdoors
There are plenty of reasons to avoid the great outdoors. Some brave people have gone anyway, and have found some pretty awful things outside.
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