What If Woolly Mammoths Never Went Extinct?
Of extinct Ice Age animals, woolly mammoths are probably one of the most famous. But if they were still around, then our world would look pretty different.
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Stories By Elaine Todd
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12 Animals That Used To Be Way Bigger (And Why They're Smaller Now)
While the modern world has some big and scary creatures, the truth is that many of those animals are nothing compared to their ancient ancestors.
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11 Strangest Organisms You Can Only See With A Microscope
While there are plenty of weird animals in nature, some of the strangest organisms can only be seen under a microscope. Here are a few of them.
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10 Best Places To Look For Fossils In The United States
Fossil hunting is quite the fun hobby, and if you want to indulge that interest, there are some specific places that you might want to visit.
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10 Gross Adaptations Humans Evolved
The human body is an amazing thing, but there's no doubt that it's also capable of some pretty gross stuff. There's a reason for that, though.
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Things Astronauts Are Banned From Doing On The International Space Station
Life on the International Space Station is nothing like it is on Earth, including a number of everyday things the astronauts are banned from doing.
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The Tragic Story Of The Scientist Destroyed By Her Own Discoveries
Scientific research can be a dangerous thing, a fact that becomes clear with the aid of hindsight. And that's no more true than in the case of this scientist.
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How To Make Edible Slime: The 13 Best At Home Recipes
Who doesn't enjoy making (and playing with) slime? If you want to try something new with the sticky substance, then consider trying out these edible slimes.
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9 Signs That Someone Is An Authentic Person
While authenticity is something that many strive for, its actual meaning is hard to pin down. Here are some of the traits that authentic people often possess.
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What Actually Happens To Your Body When You Donate It To Science
Morbid as it is to tconsider what happens after you die, there's always the possibility of donating your body to science. But what does that really mean?
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Major Scientific Discoveries That Happened By Accident
Science often seems like it's always about careful logic, but really, many discoveries have come about entirely by accident. Here are some of the most notable.
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11 Telltale Signs That Someone Is A Narcissist
Everyone has dealt with someone who is overly arrogant or selfish, but are they a narcissist? There are a few specific traits you can look for to answer that.
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Who Invented Chocolate And How Was It Made Then Vs. Now?
Chocolate is a favorite treat for tons of people, but it wasn't always the sweet confection it is today. There's actually a rather long history behind it.
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