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Two-Headed Tortoise Janus Celebrates 25th Birthday

Any 25th birthday is a cause for celebration. But it was even more so for Janus, a two-headed Greek tortoise who marked the milestone year on September 3, 2022. The resid...

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European Drought Reveals Historical Treasures

Europe experienced its hottest summer in recorded history in 2022. The high temperatures and arid weather dried up bodies of water, destroyed crops, and sparked several w...

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Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur Explained

On September 25, 2022, Jewish people worldwide will observe Rosh Hashanah, the Jewish New Year. The two-day celebration is held annually on the first and second days of T...

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"Monster Monsoon" Causes Historic Flooding In Pakistan

A "monster monsoon" is wreaking havoc in the South Asian country of Pakistan. The torrential rains, which began in mid-June and continued for eight weeks, have left a thi...

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