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The winners of the Underwater Photographer of the Year contest were announced and they are incredible

Space might be considered the final frontier, but right here on planet Earth, entire universes remain unexplored beneath the water’s surface. Every year, the prestigious Underwater Photographer of the Year contest highlights stunning images from all over the world that offer a small glimpse into this mysterious world, reminding us of its breathtaking beauty, fascinating […]

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The oldest whales on the planet are more ancient than ‘Moby-Dick’ and have the harpoons to prove it

This article originally appeared on 11.04.15 You’re probably familiar with the literary classic “Moby-Dick.” But in case you’re not, here’s the gist: Moby Dick is the name of a huge albino sperm whale. (Get your mind outta the gutter.) There’s this dude named Captain Ahab who really really hates the whale, and he goes absolutely […]

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The very real story of how one woman prevented a national tragedy by doing her job

This story originally appeared on 05.20.16 Dr. Frances Oldham Kelsey had only been with the Food and Drug Administration for about a month when she was tasked with reviewing a drug named thalidomide for distribution in America. Marketed as a sedative for pregnant women, thalidomide was already available in Canada, Germany, and several African countries. […]