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Should the Nobel Prizes Take a Year Off?

An award designed to go to those who benefit all humanity has a history of prejudice and controversy

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American Woman Sets New Bicycle Speed Record

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Japanese Billionaire, Artists Set to Visit Moon

Yusaku Maezawa hopes to recruit six to eight artists for the week-long mission, which is expected to launch as early as 2023

Should the Nobel Prizes Take a Year Off? — Should the Nobel Prizes Take a Year Off?

An award designed to go to those who benefit all humanity has a history of prejudice and controversy

Zooming In on Petra — Zooming In on Petra

How digital archaeologists are using drones and cutting-edge cameras to recreate the spectacular 2,000-year-old ruins in Jordan

Is All Still Quiet on the Western Front? — Is All Still Quiet on the Western Front?

A hundred years after the “war to end all wars” ended, a journey to the front lines of World War I reveals the poignant battles and their tragic legacies

The Queen of Coloring Books Is Back — The Queen of Coloring Books Is Back

Johanna Basford, whose fanciful, hand-drawn illustrations launched a worldwide craze, is back with flying colors

1,500 U.S. Museums to Open Their Doors for Free — 1,500 U.S. Museums to Open Their Doors for Free

Museums and zoos across the country are letting visitors in admission-free this Saturday. Here are some highlights

American Woman Sets New Bicycle Speed Record — American Woman Sets New Bicycle Speed Record

Cyclist Denise Mueller-Korenek hit 183.932 MPH while drafting behind a drag racer in Utah's Bonneville Salt Flats, besting the previous record of 167 mph

Japanese Billionaire, Artists Set to Visit Moon — Japanese Billionaire, Artists Set to Visit Moon

Yusaku Maezawa hopes to recruit six to eight artists for the week-long mission, which is expected to launch as early as 2023

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