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Tyrannosaurs Dominated Their Cretaceous Ecosystems

Studies of body size and bite force show that the predators, from babies to adults, filled many niches in their environment

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In duels over Eastern Europe, the agile fighter scored kill after kill

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When you look at the sheer scale of her athletic achievements, it's a wonder she's not better known today: boxing star, three-time Olympic medalist, and one of the best women's golf players of all time

Tyrannosaurs Dominated Their Cretaceous Ecosystems — Tyrannosaurs Dominated Their Cretaceous Ecosystems

Studies of body size and bite force show that the predators, from babies to adults, filled many niches in their environment

Trove of Roman Weapons Found in Spain — Trove of Roman Weapons Found in Spain

Son Catlar, a Talayotic site on the Balearic Islands, is known for its well-preserved fortifications

Del Martin and Phyllis Lyon’s Fierce Fight — Del Martin and Phyllis Lyon’s Fierce Fight

After first meeting in 1950, the couple was instrumental in founding the nation’s first organization for gay women

The Physics Behind Tossing a Beer Coaster — The Physics Behind Tossing a Beer Coaster

Researchers head to the bar to learn why beer mats fly erratically when tossed

The Quintessential World War II Fighter — The Quintessential World War II Fighter

In duels over Eastern Europe, the agile fighter scored kill after kill

The Most Famous Female Athlete You've Never Heard Of — The Most Famous Female Athlete You've Never Heard Of

When you look at the sheer scale of her athletic achievements, it's a wonder she's not better known today: boxing star, three-time Olympic medalist, and one of the best women's golf players of all time

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