History

May 20, 2023

Tragic True Story of How a Boy in 1960s Mexico Found a Radioactive Capsule

We don't expect to hear much about radioactive capsules, but they continue to make the news. In February 2023, there was a shocking loss and miraculous finding of the pea-sized Australian capsule full of Caesium-137. While these events startled people around the world and sent the Australian authorities into a frenzied search, capsules getting lost is not unprecedented. In 1962, a 10-year-old boy discovered a capsule containing highly dangerous cobalt-60 near Mexico City.

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May 11, 2023

Discover Your Historical Alter Ego: Which Iconic Figure From the Past Are You? [Quiz]

Throughout history, there have been many important figures that have made a lasting impact. Whether they be artists, politicians, or trailblazing adventurers, each of these people has used their character to propel themselves forward and create a lasting name. In this week's quiz, we look at the personalities of some iconic figures from history and see how they match up against your own unique qualities.

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April 13, 2023

Researcher Uses UV Light to Uncover Hidden Chapter of the Bible

Recycling isn't something new. For thousands of years, different cultures have gotten creative about using the materials they had on hand. This includes medieval scribes, who were responsible for writing important manuscripts. When materials were scarce, they would look for existing texts considered to be of lower value and wash or scrape the ink off the pages. Then, they'd go about writing a new text on the fresh, blank pages.

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