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This Texas Woman Was Just Attacked By A Snake And A Hawk — At The Same Time

Peggy Jones says she feels like the "luckiest person alive" after surviving the grisly attack with just a bloodied and bruised arm.

By Cara Johnson • Aug 8, 2023

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This Texas Woman Was Just Attacked By A Snake And A Hawk — At The Same Time

Peggy Jones says she feels like the "luckiest person alive" after surviving the grisly attack with just a bloodied and bruised arm.

By Cara Johnson • August 8, 2023

A Scottish Man Finds 8,000-Year-Old Dolphin Bones While Digging A Backyard Pool For His Kids

The prehistoric skeleton was discovered a few feet beneath the ground, alongside a cutting tool made of deer antler that archaeologists think was used by humanity's ancestors.

By Austin Harvey • Aug 7, 2023

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A Scottish Man Finds 8,000-Year-Old Dolphin Bones While Digging A Backyard Pool For His Kids

The prehistoric skeleton was discovered a few feet beneath the ground, alongside a cutting tool made of deer antler that archaeologists think was used by humanity's ancestors.

By Austin Harvey • August 7, 2023

This Week In History News, Jul. 30 – Aug. 5

Iron Age warrior woman identified in England, ancient Medusa mosaic uncovered in Spain, medieval sundial found in Germany.

By All That's Interesting • Aug 4, 2023

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This Week In History News, Jul. 30 – Aug. 5

Iron Age warrior woman identified in England, ancient Medusa mosaic uncovered in Spain, medieval sundial found in Germany.

By All That's Interesting • August 4, 2023

This 3,000-Year-Old Arrowhead Found In Switzerland Was Made From A Meteorite

Though the arrowhead was discovered in the late 19th century, it wasn't until recently that scientists were able to learn about its cosmic origins.

By Austin Harvey • Aug 4, 2023

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This 3,000-Year-Old Arrowhead Found In Switzerland Was Made From A Meteorite

Though the arrowhead was discovered in the late 19th century, it wasn't until recently that scientists were able to learn about its cosmic origins.

By Austin Harvey • August 4, 2023

Remains Of The ‘First English Slave Fort In Africa’ Uncovered In Ghana

Archaeologists believe that they've found Fort Kormantine, which was built in the 17th century by the English, beneath a section of Dutch-built Fort Amsterdam in Ghana.

By Kaleena Fraga • Aug 3, 2023

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Remains Of The ‘First English Slave Fort In Africa’ Uncovered In Ghana

Archaeologists believe that they've found Fort Kormantine, which was built in the 17th century by the English, beneath a section of Dutch-built Fort Amsterdam in Ghana.

By Kaleena Fraga • August 3, 2023

A Newly Discovered Colossal Prehistoric Whale Might Be The Heaviest Animal Ever

Perucetus colossus was only two-thirds the size of a blue whale, but its dense bones may have made it much heavier.

By Austin Harvey • Aug 3, 2023

A Newly Discovered Colossal Prehistoric Whale Might Be The Heaviest Animal Ever

Perucetus colossus was only two-thirds the size of a blue whale, but its dense bones may have made it much heavier.

By Austin Harvey • August 3, 2023

Scientists Just Discovered The Fossils Of 500-Million-Year-Old Jellyfish That May Be The Oldest Ever Found

Dating back to the Cambrian period, the fossils of Burgessomedusa phasmiformis were discovered in the Rocky Mountains of British Columbia.

By Austin Harvey • Aug 2, 2023

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Scientists Just Discovered The Fossils Of 500-Million-Year-Old Jellyfish That May Be The Oldest Ever Found

Dating back to the Cambrian period, the fossils of Burgessomedusa phasmiformis were discovered in the Rocky Mountains of British Columbia.

By Austin Harvey • August 2, 2023

‘Exceptional’ Mosaic Of Medusa Discovered Inside Grand Roman-Era House In Spain

The mosaic discovered in Mérida, Spain, is a stunning example of Roman craftsmanship likely from the second century.

By Kaleena Fraga • Aug 2, 2023

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‘Exceptional’ Mosaic Of Medusa Discovered Inside Grand Roman-Era House In Spain

The mosaic discovered in Mérida, Spain, is a stunning example of Roman craftsmanship likely from the second century.

By Kaleena Fraga • August 2, 2023

French Daredevil Famous For High-Rise Stunts Dies After Falling From 68th Floor Of A Hong Kong Skyscraper

30-year-old Remi Lucidi was known for his urban adventures, which often saw him climbing massive skyscrapers and cranes.

By Austin Harvey • Aug 1, 2023

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French Daredevil Famous For High-Rise Stunts Dies After Falling From 68th Floor Of A Hong Kong Skyscraper

30-year-old Remi Lucidi was known for his urban adventures, which often saw him climbing massive skyscrapers and cranes.

By Austin Harvey • August 1, 2023

‘Sensational Find’: Medieval Handheld Sundial Discovered During Excavations In Germany

The medieval sundial dates from the 16th century and is the first of its kind to be found in the German state of Hesse.

By Kaleena Fraga • Aug 1, 2023

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‘Sensational Find’: Medieval Handheld Sundial Discovered During Excavations In Germany

The medieval sundial dates from the 16th century and is the first of its kind to be found in the German state of Hesse.

By Kaleena Fraga • August 1, 2023

This Japanese Man Who Spent $14K To Transform Himself Into A Collie Goes On His First ‘Walk’

A video of Toco's first "walk," posted on the YouTube channel "I want to be an animal," garnered more than 4 million views in less than two weeks.

By Austin Harvey • Jul 31, 2023

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This Japanese Man Who Spent $14K To Transform Himself Into A Collie Goes On His First ‘Walk’

A video of Toco's first "walk," posted on the YouTube channel "I want to be an animal," garnered more than 4 million views in less than two weeks.

By Austin Harvey • July 31, 2023