Places
Rum-runners’ island: The fascinating story of Canada’s southernmost point
Prohibition made life in America tough, but Lake Erie’s Middle Island offered respite
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Places
A discovery of colossal proportions: uncovering the ichthyosaur
Almost 30 years ago, paleontologist Elizabeth “Betsy” Nicholls discovered the ichthyosaur, a dolphin-like marine lizard that existed millions of years ago
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- 4 minutes
Exploration
Why cave exploration matters
2022 is the International Year of Caves and Karst. Here’s why you should care about the hidden worlds beneath our feet.
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- 11 minutes
Environment
Ancient wings encased in amber offer new insights into bird evolution
The 99-million-year-old specimens were discovered for sale in an amber market in Myanmar
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- 3 minutes