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Columbus, OH

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Archeologists have discovered 3,800-year-old remains of two children, a teenager, and an adult in Peru. Knewz.com has learned that the respective burial site is believed to belong to a “water cult” and expected to change expert perspectives of South American history. The skeletal remains were found positioned so that they faced the mountains. Scientists speculate […]

Archaeologists Uncover Remains of Two Children and an Adult Believed to be 3,800 Years Old, Linked to Ancient 'Water Cult'

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Woman Caught Gettin’ It On With Florence Statue Sparks Outrage

The bodies of a man and a woman have been unearthed in Pompeii, along with a cache of coins and precious jewelry, archaeologists say.

Pompeii archaeologists find bodies of man and woman – and their treasure

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ATLANTA, GA - In temperate forests worldwide, tales of extraordinarily large Bigfoot creatures, known as "True Giants," have emerged. According to information from Cryptid Wiki, these legends describe beings far larger than the typical Bigfoot, with heights ranging from 10 to 20 feet and some reportedly reaching over 50 feet tall.

The Legend of 20-Foot-Tall Giants in Georgia

During the construction of a new archaeology center in Colonial Williamsburg, Virginia, archaeologists have discovered the remnants of a 17th-century home, believed to have been built around 1660. This finding marks the oldest known colonial structure in the area. The excavation, which began last spring, revealed a 32- by 24-foot...

Remains of 17th-century home unearthed in Colonial Williamsburg

War History Online

In northeastern Germany, a World War II-era symbol was hidden in a forest for over five decades. It was cut down upon its discovery.

What Made This WWII German Forest 'Illegal,' and What Happened To It?

In a secret warehouse somewhere in Atlanta, Georgia, lie thousands of precious artifacts recovered from the wreckage of the RMS Titanic, the world’s most famous shipwreck. These items, which hold immense historical and sentimental value, have been meticulously preserved, though the exact location of the storage facility remains undisclosed for security reasons.

Atlanta: Hidden warehouse safeguards priceless Titanic artifacts, including heart-wrenching personal items

The Independent

 Archaeologists in Italy have uncovered a strange well-preserved skeleton in the 2,200-year-old “Tomb of Cerberus”, likely belonging to an influential person who lived in the ancient city of Liternum.The “Tomb of Cerberus” was uncovered last year in the northwest Naples city of Giugliano near an ancient Roman necropolis.After initially probing the contents of the tomb using a micro camera, new excavations have revealed the skeleton of a person in an “excellent state of preservation” covered in a shroud.The skeleton was discovered along with grave goods such as ointment jars and a Roman tool used to scrape off dirt from...

Archaeologists perplexed by strange skeleton uncovered in Italy’s 2,200-year-old ‘Tomb of Cerberus’

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Jim Nabors refused to fire co-star Frank Sutton and then CBS cancelled his TV variety show. Here's what happened. The Jim Nabors Hourwas broadcast on CBS from 1969 to 1971, following Nabors' decision to end his hit sitcom Gomer Pyle - USMC (CBS, 1964-1969).

Jim Nabors Refused to Fire Co-Star Frank Sutton and Then CBS Cancelled His TV Variety Show

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Colleton County, SC

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Some beachgoers were in for a surprise this week when a bizarre looking prehistoric fish washed ashore in Colleton County along Edisto Beach at Edisto Beach State Park. It turned out to be an atlantic sturgeon.

Rare Atlantic sturgeon washes ashore on South Carolina beach

Step into the shadows of history as you discover ghostly remnants of Civil War-era abandoned towns. Haunting specters from a turbulent past linger, as reports of paranormal encounters surface. These towns bear witness to the horrors of war, reflecting the resilience and bravery of those who lived there. The importance of preserving this historical tapestry is evident in these silent echoes. Explore relics of a war-torn Americana, where the price paid for freedom is etched in ruins. The impact of civil strife echoes through these abandoned enclaves, painting a haunting picture of a forgotten era. Uncover the secrets of these lost communities.

Ghostly Remnants: Civil War-Era US Abandoned Towns

Harold Isaac in Port-au-Prince & Pascal Fletcher in Miami. Pressure is mounting on Kenyan police officers to deliver on their promise to help bring Haiti's rampant gangs under control, six weeks after setting foot in the Caribbean nation. When the first contingent of 200 elite Kenyan police officers flew into...

Kenyan police taunted as they square up to Haiti's gangs

In the mid-1970s, Good Timesmade a star of actor/comedian Jimmy 'JJ'/'Dynomite' Walker. However, behind the scenes, the tension between the stars was relatively challenging. According to what Jimmie Walker once relayed, most of the show's cast rarely had any interaction behind the camera. Walker didn't recall having any conversations with actress Esther Rolle, who played his TV mother, Florida Evans, or actor John Amos, who played James Evans, his TV mother.

Actor/Comedian Jimmie "JJ" Walker Behind the Scenes of TV's 'Good Times' in the 1970s

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This year’s area of low oxygen in the Gulf of Mexico is larger than average, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) announced on Thursday. The “dead zone” is approximately 6,705 square miles , as measured last week. Within NOAA’s 38 years of measuring the dead zone, this year’s assessment marks the 12th-largest area of low to no oxygen, which can kill fish and marine life.

Gulf ‘dead zone’ larger than average, larger than expected for 2024, scientists announce

Nita Flores’ journey began in Haiti and led her to a fulfilling life in the United States. At the age of 20 she immigrated to the U.S and quickly learned English and adapted to American culture. Just two years later she joined the United States Navy as an Airman Recruit and climbed the ranks, retiring after 23 years of honorable service. Alongside her military career, Nita advanced her education, earning a bachelor’s in nursing and later a master’s degree while raising two daughters as a single mother. Today, she serves as a professor at a local nursing school.

From Haiti to the world of fashion

LiveScience

Maria Branyas Morera, the world's oldest person, has died. She was 117 years old.

World's oldest person, Maria Branyas Morera, dies at 117 years old

The Western Wall, also known as the Wailing Wall, stands as one of the most significant religious sites in the world. Located in the Old City of Jerusalem, this ancient limestone wall attracts millions of visitors each year. But what makes it so special? It's the last remaining part of the Second Jewish Temple, destroyed by the Romans in 70 CE. For centuries, people have come to pray, leaving notes in the cracks of the wall. Why do they do this? Because many believe that prayers offered here have a direct line to heaven. Want to know more? Let's dive into 35 fascinating facts about this iconic landmark.

35 Facts About The Western Wall

Washington, DC

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Imagine the worst city in the United States of America. You might think of somewhere barren and local, where they only have a Dairy Queen, a Dollar Tree, and a small gas station. Conversely, you might think somewhere busy and noisy, where the traffic is miserable and lines are seemingly endless. A recent study shows where Americans think is the best and the worst to live.

Study Suggests This is The Worst City in America

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For almost 2,000 years, a once-bustling city in the desert of Saudi Arabia was left abandoned to the sands of time.Hegra, a thriving international trade hub in the first century AD, fell into a steady decline after it was annexed by the Roman empire in 106 AD.Then, in the centuries that followed, it was all but forgotten: occasionally mentioned by pilgrims on their way to Mecca, but left largely untouched.Yet languishing in the burning sun for nearly two millennia left the extraordinary site remarkably well-preserved.And now it has finally opened up to both tourists and experts who are hailing it...

Breathtaking ancient city discovered in the desert reveals secrets of a forgotten civilisation

Florida State

Akeena

Recent data from the U.S. Census Bureau reveals a significant trend: Florida is experiencing a substantial outflow of residents. According to the latest figures, over 275,000 individuals left Florida for other states in 2022.

Florida Sees Surge in Departures as Hundreds of Thousands Move Out

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Chalmette, LA

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The history behind the “shotgun” houses of New Orleans

“Shotgun” houses — typically narrow, rectangular, one-story structures featuring doors on each end with a straight “shot” from one to the other — are closely associated...

The history behind the “shotgun” houses of New Orleans

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