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The Curious World of Zombie Science

Zombies seem to be only growing in popularity, and I’m not talking about the biological kind

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Events: Peacock Room Reopens, Earth Day Celebrations

Monday, April 18 Peacock Room Comes to America: A new view of Whistler’s Peacock Room

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Inviting Writing: Eating With Your Fingers

Chuck Norris became an Internet sensation when late night host Conan O'Brien featured clips from "Walker, Texas Ranger" on his show.

Ten Unforgettable Web Memes

Cats and failures highlight this list of the memes that have gone mainstream. Which ones did we miss?

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At the Portrait Galley, Private Art Collections Become Public

It is a widely held belief that in the largely political climate of Washington, D.C., more often that not, what you see is not necessarily what you get

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Way-Underage Drinking: How Young Is Too Young?

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The Long-Awaited Return of ‘Prehistoric Beast’

Clepsydra Geyser at Yellowstone National Park, Wyoming.

Gigantic Plume Beneath Yellowstone Now Even More Gigantic

The geysers of Yellowstone are a reminder of the potential danger that lies below

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Lincoln is Dead: A Collection of Artifacts at American History Mark the Tragedy

On April 15, 1865, President Abraham Lincoln died from a gunshot wound he’d suffered the night at before at Ford’s Theatre in Washington D.C.

The Moon landing conspiracy theory has endured for more than 40 years, thanks in part to a thriving cottage industry of conspiracy entrepreneurs.

Ten Enduring Myths About the U.S. Space Program

Outer space has many mysteries, among them are these fables about NASA that have permeated the public’s memory

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Weekend events: Latin Jazz, Coral Reef Family Festival, Meet the Artist

Friday, April 15: Latin JazzThe John Santos Sextet will perform jazz from Cuba, Puerto Rico and the United States

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Facial Features of Men and Women Got More Similar?

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Humpback Whale Songs Spread From West to East

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Birds Inherited Strong Sense of Smell From Dinosaurs

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Ban the Bag: Should Kids Be Forbidden From Bringing Lunch to School?

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The List: What You Didn’t Know About the Smithsonian in the Civil War

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Is There A “Homer Simpson Effect” Among Scientists?

Despite decades of progress for women in science (and some arguments that no more is needed), the playing field still isn’t level

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On View at the Renwick: Judith Schaechter’s Stained Glass Works Shatter Convention

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What the Heck Do I Do with Annatto?

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Daemonosaurus Shakes Up the Early History of Dinosaurs

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