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So notorious that its name is synonymous with madness, the history of Bethlem Royal Hospital, or Bedlam, is filled with some of humanity's darkest moments.

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Known for such hit albums as Dark Side of the Moon and Wish You Were Here, Pink Floyd was one of history's most impactful rock bands—before being torn down from within.

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Queen Elizabeth II was the longest-reigning monarch of the UK, clocking 70 years as ruler. So since he was four years old, King Charles III has been preparing for his turn to rule—and his turn means some significant changes for the royals.

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The argentine ant might not look like much, but what if I told you that this diminuitive little insect was slowly taking over the entire world?

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The world is filled with spectacular, bizarre, and iconic buildings—but these structures often have a surprisingly dark history.

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Maybe they irrationally hate your grandma. Maybe it's the blank stare. If you've asked yourself "Is my cat a psychopath?", science may have the answer.

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Many claim that yoga has physical and mental benefits—but what does science have to say? Does this method of exercise really work?

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Powered flight has evolved four separate times, in totally different ways: Insects, pterosaurs, birds, and bats. But who did it the best?

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Sleepwalking has fascinated humans throughout history—and yet, even today, this particular disorder remains as mysterious as ever.

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You've heard of mitochondria. The "powerhouse of the cell". I never took biology in high school and even I know what mitochondria are. But here's something you probably didn't know: Mitochondria are invaders. While the...

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How exactly did a single asteroid strike cause the dinosaurs to go completely extinct? Let's go back to that day and find out.

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From the seemingly harmless mosquito to the powerful saltwater crocodile, here's a closer look at some of the world's most dangerous animals.



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