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The True Story of 'Gentleman Jack'

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Rebuilding an Ancient Egyptian Statue

The colossal statue of the ancient Egyptian King Psamtik I was discovered in pieces—over 1,900 of them. Rebuilding it, at least partially, can help archaeologists identify his pose and the size of the statue

The True Story of 'Gentleman Jack' — The True Story of 'Gentleman Jack'

A new HBO series explores the remarkable life of Anne Lister, based on her voluminous and intimate diaries

You Asked, We Answered — You Asked, We Answered

You've got questions, we've got experts

Twelve Migrations Animals Take Every Spring — Twelve Migrations Animals Take Every Spring

As temperatures rise and foliage blooms in the north, creatures from insects to whales set out for long treks across the planet

Ring Containing Charlotte Brontë's Hair Discovered — Ring Containing Charlotte Brontë's Hair Discovered

The piece of mourning jewelry includes an inscription and a little door covering a plaited lock of the Jane Eyre author's hair

The Debate Over Rebuilding Notre-Dame de Reims — The Debate Over Rebuilding Notre-Dame de Reims

After the Notre-Dame de Reims sustained heavy damage, it took years for the country to decide how to repair the destruction

Elusive River Dolphins Caught Chatting Up a Storm — Elusive River Dolphins Caught Chatting Up a Storm

Researchers previously thought the acoustic repertoire of Araguaian river dolphins was relatively limited

Rebuilding an Ancient Egyptian Statue — Rebuilding an Ancient Egyptian Statue

The colossal statue of the ancient Egyptian King Psamtik I was discovered in pieces—over 1,900 of them. Rebuilding it, at least partially, can help archaeologists identify his pose and the size of the statue

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