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Possible remains of prehistoric 'thunder beast' discovered at construction site

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McDonald’s Monopoly is coming back, bringing a nostalgic favorite to a new generation

  • Sep 22

Amateur archaeologist finds Germany’s biggest hoard of ancient Roman silver coins

  • Sep 22

First new feline species in 100 years discovered in Bolivian forest

  • Sep 17

High school teacher discovers T. rex tracks in North Dakota

  • Sep 17

High school science teacher discovers rare T. Rex tracks: 'A real pivotal moment'

  • Sep 16

Bingo, Tickle Me Elmo nominated for Toy Hall of Fame. Will Care Bears also make it?

  • Sep 16

American historian’s reaction to pivotal Supreme Court ruling over ballots

  • Sep 15

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10,000-year-old fossilized mastodon found in creek

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This museum exhibit features Pokémon and real fossils

  • May 22
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Artwork worth millions stolen from France's Renoir Museum, mayor says

  • Sep 8
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Celebrating the America labor movement on Labor Day

  • Sep 7
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Rare Egyptian treasures make US debut at San Francisco museum

  • Aug 13
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KFC founder Colonel Sanders' personal items up for auction

  • Jul 28
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Smithsonian defends exhibits amid White House criticism

  • Jul 21
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Tom Hiddleston talks 'Pompeii: Out of Time'

  • Jul 14
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Hidden secrets of Pompeii revealed

  • Jul 14
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Thomas Jefferson's descendants wrestle with complicated family legacy

  • Jul 4
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Why first-generation Miatas are so in demand

"Miatas bring out the best in people," said Mazda's Dave Coleman.

  • Sep 13

A full-size replica of the Bayeux Tapestry can now be viewed in the US

The original tapestry has sold out tickets while on loan to the British Museum.

  • Sep 12

Viking Age silver cache discovered in Finland by amateur archaeologist

The trove is Finland's largest coin discovery from the age, experts said.

  • Sep 11

'Unconscionable': Lawyers hit back after DOJ suggests Kennedy Center demolition

A DOJ court filing argues the center faces a "death spiral" without Trump help.

  • Aug 25

Rare Egyptian treasures make US debut at San Francisco museum

More than 100 ancient Egyptian artifacts are now on display.

  • Aug 13