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Scientists are celebrating an adorable and remarkably well-preserved discovery—a 32,000-year-old sabertooth cub. Mummified in the Siberian permafrost, this baby apex predator is almost perfectly intact, right down to its reddish fur. It's the first time scientists have gotten a true look at what these ancient animals looked like, as past findings only included bones and footprints. Learn more about this incredible discovery at: https://lnkd.in/gngcmb_c

Do you look like your dog? According to new research, it’s common for dogs and their owners to share striking similarities—not just in terms of appearance, but also temperament and personality. In fact, these similarities actually deepen over time. But what explains this connection? Learn more: https://lnkd.in/ge4EzVEx

Five years after the devastating fire, France’s most famous cathedral is reopening soon. How did an army of architects and artisans pull off the astonishing restoration? We had exclusive access to document their efforts from the beginning—see the cathedral reborn at: https://lnkd.in/eCESqvYb Video by Tomas van Houtryve Follow the institution @rebatirnotredamedeparis

Nat Geo photographer Babak Tafreshi takes us behind the scenes of how he photographed millions of bats the night before a solar eclipse—creating one of our 2024 Pictures of the Year. ?? See more photos: https://lnkd.in/e8PxVgXs

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Archaeological marvels in Tunisia. Natural spectacles in Guatemala. Cultural wonders in Japan. Discover the year’s must-see destinations with our #BestOfTheWorld picks for 2025, and plan your next trip at: https://lnkd.in/egy7hjuj

Fifty years ago, humans sent a message into space to introduce ourselves to potential alien life. Since then, the Arecibo Observatory—our only tool for sending such messages—has collapsed, taking with it our ability to respond if anyone answers. Learn more about the Arecibo Message and its lasting impact at: https://lnkd.in/eyyi_Ygu

In this week’s newsletter, we learn how love—and heartbreak—can drastically change your body; try something new to find a?missing Ancient Wonder; investigate a?mysterious cannabis-related malady?... and hit the?world’s biggest surf. Don’t miss our newest addition, “What to watch” below! Each week we will highlight our latest series and documentaries, new YouTube originals, or most popular content from the past and present.

First thought to belong to an English lady-in-waiting, the lavish silk clothing from a 17th-century Dutch vessel is just one of many mysteries surrounding the last voyage of the Palmwood Wreck. The contents of the wreck include a curiously diverse and luxurious array of items, leading archaeologists to wonder whom they belonged to and why they were being transported together. Uncover the mystery of the Palmwood Wreck at: https://lnkd.in/eEgvEes3

Holmes and Watson. The Three Musketeers. Some things work better together—and that's especially true when it comes to food. When certain vitamins, minerals, and nutrients are eaten together, they can have a bigger health impact than when eaten separately. This concept is called nutrient synergy, where the whole is greater than the sum of its parts. Science shows that consuming these vitamins and minerals in unison can boost your nervous and immune systems and improve heart health. https://lnkd.in/ecX2PfwF