Travel
November 9, 2023

Newly Opened Parisian Restaurant Captures the Glamour of the Roaring 20s

If you’d like to travel back in time for an evening, there's a restaurant in Paris that will make you feel like you're back in the 1920s. Named after Mistinguett—a French singer-dancer and the highest paid female entertainer at the time—this stunning dining locale is located inside the music hall Casino de Paris. From the feathered Murano chandeliers, to the sumptuous vintage decor, no detail has been spared in making the Mistinguett a must-visit destination.

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Photography
November 9, 2023

Photographer Restores Found Images of England From 100 Years Ago

Just like old paintings, photographs from different decades can offer a window into what life was like in the past. When photographer Roger Liptrot came across a collection of glass slides at a local auction, he held some up to the light and was immediately intrigued by the portraits contained inside. He ultimately won the box with a $33 bid, and spent considerable time restoring them to pristine condition.

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Archeology
November 8, 2023

Giant Buried Pyramid ‘Gunung Padang’ in Indonesia May Be the World’s Oldest

When most people think of the pyramids, they usually think of Egypt. Those iconic structures rise above the sands to remind viewers of ancient days. However, other ancient cultures built pyramid structures too, including the Mayans. But an underground example known as Gunung Padang may take the prize for the oldest pyramid structure.

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Animals
November 8, 2023

Lost Pet Tortoise Found Alive 5 Miles Away From Home After 3 Years

Runaway pets are sadly all too common, yet many families don't give up hope to be reunited with them one day. In Florida, against all odds, a long lost pet tortoise made a miraculous return home. After escaping in 2020, the animal was recently recovered five miles from where she used to live. The pet tortoise's homebound turn began almost by accident.

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