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Killer Fish Rebellatrix Not Your Typical Coelacanth
Rebellatrix, a new member of the “living fossil” coelacanth group, shows a different side of these ancient (but not extinct) fish.
History of the White House Correspondents’ Dinner
On the eve of the 2012 White House Correspondents’ Dinner, find out more about the origins and evolution of the annual event.
Migrants Brought Farming to Europe, Ancient DNA Suggests
Agriculture spread as farming groups moved northward from the Near East and throughout Europe, researchers have found.
6 Things You May Not Know About the Spanish-American War
Did you know that the Rough Riders didn’t really ride and that Guam’s capture was surprisingly peaceful?
Eating Meat Allowed Humans to Conquer Globe, Scientists Say
Eating meat may have allowed our ancestors to grow fruitful, multiply and spread across the planet, a new study suggests.
Marco Polo Went to China After All, Study Suggests
A new study restores the Venetian explorer’s honor by offering evidence that he did indeed reach China and Mongolia.
Titanic Mania, 1912 Style
From the first Titanic movie to Titanic-inspired teddy bears, find out how the famous ship shaped popular culture 100 years ago.
T. Rex Cousin Was Largest Known Feathered Animal
A giant dinosaur that roamed China 125 million years ago is the largest feathered creature known to science, a new study reports.
Human Ancestors Tamed Fire Earlier Than Thought
Campfire remains from a South African cave suggest fire control by early humans dates back 1 million years.
10 Things You Didn’t Know About the Penny
As Canada eliminates its pennies from circulation, explore surprising facts about the one-cent coin.
Van Gogh Painted Mutant Sunflowers
Scientists have studied the genetic mutation responsible for an uncommon sunflower variety depicted in van Gogh’s famous “Sunflower” series.
Georgian-Era British Sailors Lived on Ample Meat and Beer, Study Shows
Sailors in the British Royal Navy ate better than working-class civilians 200 years ago, research suggests.
St. Patrick’s Day Myths Debunked
Before you celebrate St. Patrick’s Day this weekend, get your facts straight by exploring common misconceptions about the holiday.
