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4,000-year-old victim was shot in the back—and survived
4,000-year-old victim was shot in the back—and survived
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What causes Parkinson's disease? Scientists uncover a new clue.
What causes Parkinson's disease? Scientists uncover a new clue.
The sirens in ancient mythology weren’t the seductresses of today
The sirens in ancient mythology weren’t the seductresses of today
Underdogs
Lions, elephants, and whales have had their time, now make way for the Underdogs. Narrated by Ryan Reynolds, here comes an irreverent, hilarious, and weirdly informative look at the loveable losers of the animal kingdom. It’s their time to shine.
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8 of the best European national parks to discover this summer
8 of the best European national parks to discover this summer
Dig into Britain’s ancient past at these 7 archaeological sites
Dig into Britain’s ancient past at these 7 archaeological sites
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Finding tradition and modernity in the desert
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How the province of Girona became one of Spain's gastronomy stars
How the province of Girona became one of Spain's gastronomy stars
August 2025 Issue
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How to dig up 55 tons of dinosaur bones from the world’s fiercest desert
How to dig up 55 tons of dinosaur bones from the world’s fiercest desert
My night with the guerrilla balloonists of South Korea
My night with the guerrilla balloonists of South Korea
The most expensive mistake in ancient Roman history
The most expensive mistake in ancient Roman history
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