Science
August 2, 2023

Scientists Thaw and Revive 46,000-Year-Old Roundworm

The Siberian permafrost is fertile ground for finding—and reviving—prehistoric life, from plants to animals to small microorganisms. A new article study in PLOS Genetics touches on something even more remarkable. In this case, not only were scientists able to find and revive 46,000-year-old roundworms, but they were also able to have them reproduce. The prehistoric roundworms were previously unknown and have been dubbed Panagrolaimus kolymaensis by researchers.

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Renaissance Art
August 2, 2023

16th-Century Pop-Up Book With Movable Parts Told Fortune and Horoscopes During the Renaissance

Astrology may seem frivolous to some today, but it figured heavily into world views during the Renaissance. The stars could have a powerful impact on one's life, including predicting your future. Among the prominent European astrologers was Leonhard Thurneisser, a physician, alchemist, and astrologer who employed his gifts in the court of a German prince.

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Funny
August 1, 2023

Malala Yousafzai Shares Playful ‘Barbie’ Photo With Her Husband Who Is “Just Ken”

Greta Gerwig's Barbie movie has certainly lived up to the hype. Not only is it the biggest debut ever for a film directed by a woman, but it's also a cultural phenomenon that everyone is excited about. Even Malala Yousafzai, the famous education activist, went to the theaters to see Margot Robbie embody the titular character. She also shared the news with a playful post on social media.

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Wedding
August 1, 2023

Bride Asks Parents to Have First Dance at Her Own Wedding Since They Didn’t Have Their Own

Years into their marriage, many couples still look back fondly to their wedding—particularly, that epic first dance as husband and wife. Sadly, not every pair gets one. After eloping at 18, Jacque and Chris Ford never had a ceremony, much less a dance. That's why, when Zoe (their daughter) became a bride, she knew she wanted her parents to have their special moment.

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My Modern Met

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