New Evidence Contradicts Theory That Easter Island Society Collapsed
An analysis of the tools used by the Rapa Nui to build their iconic stone statues suggests a highly organised and cohesive society.
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An analysis of the tools used by the Rapa Nui to build their iconic stone statues suggests a highly organised and cohesive society.
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After being inspected by a bomb squad and the US Secret Service, the package was determined to be an ozone-measuring device.
Globular clusters are among the most fascinating phenomena in the galaxy, and apparently they're also cosmic wastelands.
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Given that men’s sperm counts everywhere are continuing to drop, we might need all the help we can get.
In space, no one can hear you scream – but if you're a black hole, they can hear you sing.
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This creature can travel 322 body lengths per second, which for a human would be like running 1,300 miles per hour.
