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Rare Pictish Ring Discovered by Volunteer in Scotland | My Modern Met

By Madeleine Muzdakis on September 22, 2024 Photo: National Museums Scotland “It is a real thrill to dig up an artifact in the knowledge that you are probably the first person to see it for 1000-1500 years.” Over a thousand … Continue reading

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The Industry. A sculpture in Sheffield.

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Exposing The Flaw In Our Phone System

Can you trust your phone? Head to https://brilliant.org/veritasium to start your free 30-day trial and get 20% off an annual premium subscription. A huge thank you to Linus Sebastian and the team at Linus Tech Tips – check them out … Continue reading

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Quarry Bank, Cheshire

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What is the oldest language in the world?

What is the oldest language in the world? This seems to be a simple and straightforward question. But it is not that simple at all. And before answering, it is necessary to know: what do you mean when you say … Continue reading

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The last names “Wallace” and “Walsh” are also related to “walnut”! #etymology #linguistics #history

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Modern Dinosaurs: The Kiwi

Take a look at the surprising clues that help to explain the kiwi’s history and why it evolved into such an odd bird. […]

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Einstein was nice to everyone, except one man | Avshalom Elitzur

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How does the ocean help shape our world? – with Helen Czerski

The ocean is a giant, complex machine that drives the world we live in – and we ignore it at our peril. Find out why with 2020 Christmas lecturer Helen Czerski. Watch the Q&A here: • Q&A: How does the … Continue reading

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Why does oxygen have the wrong name? | ELEMENTS

In this episode of Words Unravelled, Rob and Jess explore the fascinating stories behind the names of the elements of the periodic table. From gods and mythological creatures to places and famous scientists, discover how history, language, and culture have … Continue reading

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