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The FBI has seen a rise in scams targeting timeshare owners. In this kind of scam, criminals con these part-time property owners into shelling out hefty sums of cash, all under false pretenses related to their timeshare properties.

FBI warns that Mexican cartels are targeting Americans with timeshare scams

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Nearly 1,000 pieces of treasure — including copper coins and ornate pottery from the Ming Dynasty — were recovered from a pair of ancient shipwrecks discovered in the South China Sea, officials said on Thursday.The yearlong retrieval operation came after the two shipwrecks were discovered in 2022 about 5,000 feet underwater near the northwest continental slope of the South China Sea, according to China's National Cultural Heritage Administration. Archaeologists used a crewed submersible called "Deep Sea Warrior" to conduct the excavation, officials said. The team of scientists recovered 890 pieces of artifacts from the first shipwreck, including copper coins, porcelain and pottery...

Treasure trove recovered from ancient shipwrecks 5,000 feet underwater

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Do you know anyone who has dual nature? Such two-faced zodiac signs are friendly but they gossip about others behind their backs. They can lie to you without batting an eyelid. However, detecting a two-faced person isn’t easy for everyone. They often compliment their friends when they achieve a goal or change their wardrobe. But they will make negative remarks about you to someone else. What other traits do two-faced people have?

3 Zodiac Signs Who Are Two-Faced

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The sweeping beaches of Australia seem a world away from the towering glaciers of Antarctica, and yet, clues found among antipodean sands have led to a dazzling discovery on the frozen continent.The incredible find was made when scientists began noticing streaks of pink washing up on the remote southern beach of Petrel Cove, around 90km (56 miles) from Adelaide.They swiftly worked out that the coloured sand was made up of the mineral garnet, but were stunned to learn of its age and origin."This journey started with questioning why there was so much garnet on the beach at Petrel Cove," University...

Mysterious pink sands in Australia reveal hidden structures thousands of miles away

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The United States is home to a myriad of spooky locations that have captured the imaginations of ghost hunters and thrill-seekers alike. From haunted houses to eerie cemeteries, these places offer a glimpse into the supernatural and the unknown. Whether you are a skeptic or a believer, these destinations provide a chilling adventure that will leave you with goosebumps. Here, we explore some of the scariest places in America.

Ghostly Grounds: The Scariest Places Across the United States

BRISTOL, United Kingdom — For years, paleontologists thought dinosaurs roamed the Earth, inhabiting every area except for what is now modern-day Wales. Instead, this part of the United Kingdom has been known as the land of dragons, with the fictional red dragon even standing as a symbol of pride on the Welsh flag. However, a new study has found that one of these creatures may have actually existed in this region.

Dinosaur fossil discovered in ‘land of dragons’ rewrites Welsh history

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The examination of an ancient “portal to the underworld” that has perplexed archaeologists has finally ended, officials say.

The Mexican artifact, called the Olmec Cave Mask, was stolen from the Chalcatzingo archaeological site in Mexico’s Central Highlands in the 1960s. 

Smugglers broke the millennia-old mask into several pieces and circulated them around several museums and private collections before the full artifact was finally given back to Mexico in 2023.

The ancient artifact was crafted between 800 and 400 B.C. 

In an August 2023 press release from the Manhattan District Attorney’s Office, officials said that the piece is said to resemble “the ancient Olmec jaguar...

Examination of eerie ‘portal to the underworld’ finally ends  — here’s what was found

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An "unusual" and "strange looking fish" washed up onto an Oregon coast earlier this month, shocking people with its gargantuan size. At first, experts thought it was just a "run of the mill ocean sunfish," known by the scientific name Mola mola, but now, they've learned it's something else — and rare. The Seaside Aquarium said in a Facebook post last week that the after photos of the massive 7.3-foot fish caused "quite a stir on social media," New Zealand researcher Mariann Nyegaard believed it was a species that isn't familiar to Oregon, but that she extensive experience with. The fish turned...

Rare 7-foot fish with a face "only a mother could love" washes ashore

Long lost treasures lurk beneath the seas and other waters. Ancient canoes have been discovered, as have historic crusader swords. Recently, archeologists have been exploring the beautiful waters of the Adriatic Sea. Sandwhiched between Italy and the Balkans, this sea was a hub of ancient seafaring activity. In an exciting development, as announced by the University of Zadar on Facebook, archeologists uncovered an ancient road built about 7,000 years ago. Now submerged underwater, the road lends insight into the ancient Hvar people who lived in the region in the late Neolithic period.

Researchers Discover 7,000-Year-Old Underwater Road

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When a giant ocean oddity washed up on a beach in northern Oregon, residents were flocking to get a closer look at a rarely-seen fish. Believing it to be the charismatic Mola mola, or ocean sunfish, pictures eventually made their way across the Pacific to the desk of marine biologist Marianne Nyegaard, who recognized that it was, in fact, a different species—one that’s even more mysterious.

Giant 7-foot Sunfish Found on Oregon Beach Turns Out to Be Rarest Member of the Species

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The new creature was discovered high above sea level on the Valparai Plateau in India's tropical evergreen forests - along with four more, closely related, new species

New scaly creature with long fingers and red eyes is discovered in India's 4,600-foot-tall 'high-altitude' forest

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Experience the haunting remnants of once vibrant industrial boom towns like Centralia, Pennsylvania with its underground coal mine fire. Explore Bodie, California's well-preserved structures reflecting the mining boom era. Kennecott, Alaska boasts towering abandoned machinery from its rich mining history. Discover Thurmond, West Virginia's beauty intertwined with railroad history. Gilman, Colorado, a former silver boom town, held over 1,000 residents at its peak. Picher, Oklahoma's environmental impact tells a tale of population decline. Each ghost town, such as Cahaba, Alabama, Ludlow, and Weldon, North Carolina, narrates a unique story of economic rise and sudden fall. Uncover the hidden gems of industrial history in America's abandoned towns.

10 Best Abandoned Industrial Boom Ghost Towns in the United States

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Mexican officials recently announced that the 2,700-year-old Olmec Cave Mask, also called a "portal to the underworld", will be returned to the ancient cave that it was stolen from.

Eerie 'portal to the underworld' returns to ancient cave it was stolen from

You may be curious why forgotten oil industry ghost towns have vanished. The disappearance is a result of economic downturns, resource depletion, neglect, and corporate disengagement. As oil wells dried up, businesses suffered, and populations dwindled. Neglected infrastructure worsened degradation, and economic challenges converged to push these towns into abandonment. The shifting economic landscape reshaped these once vibrant communities, displacing residents and leading to job losses. Despite challenges in preservation, these ghost towns hold historical artifacts and architectural ruins offering insights into their past. Their lost heritage awaits rediscovery, revealing tales of resilience and innovation.

Why Have Forgotten Oil Industry Ghost Towns Vanished?

A crater in Siberia is expanding faster than anticipated due to climate change, scientists have discovered, saying it now poses problems for the surrounding habitat.  

The Batagaika slump, known as the “Gateway to Hell” and located in the freezing Yana Highlands, currently covers about 200 acres of land and can be seen in satellite images captured from space. 

The crater was first detected on images taken in 1991 and has been growing in both width and depth since that time as global warming causes permafrost (frozen soil sediment) to melt. 







Siberian tiger kills man who followed predator’s tracks after...

Siberia’s ‘Gateway to Hell’ is rapidly expanding in size, scientists discover

Archaeologists believe the coffin may belong to Prince Gao, one of the sons of China's first emperor Qin Shi Huang. Archaeologists have unearthed a treasure-filled tomb guarded by the Terracotta Army that may belong to the son of the first emperor of China, Qin Shi Huang. After bad weather threatened...

Archaeologists Unearth A Treasure-Filled Tomb Buried Amongst The Terracotta Warriors

As you make your way through the early stages of Shadow of the Erdtree, you are gradually nudged in the direction of. , the boss that guards the gates to Enir Llim, the DLC's final area. After defeating them, however, you'll find that the gates are blocked by the branches of the Sealing Tree, and the only way to access this tree will be by finding a way to the upper areas of the Ancient Ruins of Rauh.

Elden Ring: How to Beat Romina Saint of the Bud in Shadow of the Erdtree

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The vast and arid Nevada desert, with its harsh conditions and remote expanses, has long been a source of eerie legends and unsettling tales. Among the most chilling are the accounts of cannibalism that have surfaced throughout history. This article explores the dark legends and historical accounts of cannibalism in the Nevada desert, shedding light on the grim reality and the myths that have captivated the imagination.

Cannibalism in the Nevada Desert: Dark Legends and Historical Accounts

Amazon offers free games leading up to Prime Day, including on Prime Gaming Service and Amazon Luna. Amazon Luna expands to more countries, offering free games like Lego Pirates of the Caribbean and Fortnite. Upcoming free games: Youtubers Life 2, Maneater, Baldur's Gate, Cat Quest II, Midnight Fight Express, Masterplan...

Amazon is Priming July to be a Big Month for Gaming

Scientists have reclassified a prehistoric marine reptile discovered in 1935 as one of the last thalattosaurs, not an early choristodere, after new findings and detailed imaging. The true identity of a local prehistoric marine reptile has been uncovered after experts determined that some of its remains actually belonged to fish.

Century-Old Fossil Mystery Solved: Scientists Discover True Identity of Ancient Sea-Lizard

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Harvesting a New World with Prospector: The First Contact Reveal Trailer

Prospector is a base-building game set on an uninhabited space planet, focusing on resource extraction and fulfilling orders for a company. Players can automate production, explore...

Harvesting a New World with Prospector: The First Contact Reveal Trailer

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