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Funerary Cannibalism Was Common In Northern Europe 15,000 Years Ago
Featured in Ripley's Believe It or Not! A new study has found that the Magdalenians regularly practiced cannibalism as part of their funerary rituals. Source: Funerary Cannibalism Was Common In Northern Europe 15,000 Years Ago
Oct 17, 2023
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Ripley's Aquarium of Canada Turns 10 With An Underwater Livestream
Featured in Ripley's Believe It or Not! You've never seen the Aquarium quite like this! Source: Ripley’s Aquarium of Canada Turns 10 With An Underwater Livestream
Oct 16, 2023
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Pennsylvania's "Stoneman Willie" Finally Laid to Rest
Featured in Ripley's Believe It or Not! Besides a proper burial, officials revealed his identity, ending a 128-year-old mystery. Source: Pennsylvania’s “Stoneman Willie” Finally Laid to Rest
Oct 13, 2023
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The Bennington Disappearances: Vermont's Very Own Bermuda Triangle
Featured in Ripley's Believe It or Not! The Bennington Triangle has left many scratching their heads. Source: The Bennington Disappearances: Vermont’s Very Own Bermuda Triangle
Oct 12, 2023
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Record Footage Of An Extraterrestrial & You Could Win $1 Million
Featured in Ripley's Believe It or Not! The stakes are high for this contest but not impossible! Source: Record Footage Of An Extraterrestrial & You Could Win $1 Million
Oct 10, 2023
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'HUGE' 400-Pound Stingray Found in Long Island Sound
Featured in Ripley's Believe It or Not! The ray measured a whopping 6 feet long and 5 feet wide! Source: ‘HUGE’ 400-Pound Stingray Found in Long Island Sound
Oct 06, 2023
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The Muffin Man: Is The Beloved Nursery Rhyme Based On A Serial Killer?
Featured in Ripley's Believe It or Not! Do you really know the Muffin Man? Source: The Muffin Man: Is The Beloved Nursery Rhyme Based On A Serial Killer?
Oct 04, 2023
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Human 'Skull Cup' Has Been Discovered In Spanish Cave
Featured in Ripley's Believe It or Not! Researchers discovered ancient remains that showed signs of bone modification, but the reasoning remains unknown. Source: Human ‘Skull Cup’ Has Been Discovered In Spanish Cave
Sep 29, 2023
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10 Of The Deepest Sinkholes On Earth
Featured in Ripley's Believe It or Not! Big enough to swallow whole buildings, these wonders of nature sometimes contain millions of bats or even ancient forests! Source: 10 Of The Deepest Sinkholes On Earth
Sep 28, 2023
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Do Alligators Ever Stop Growing?
Featured in Ripley's Believe It or Not! A recent spate of large gator finds has people wondering if these reptiles ever stop growing. Source: Do Alligators Ever Stop Growing?
Sep 27, 2023
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The Hambone Award: The Most Unusual Pet Insurance Claims Of 2023
Featured in Ripley's Believe It or Not! The iconic award named after a dog who got stuck in a refrigerator and ate an entire holiday ham! Source: The Hambone Award: The Most Unusual Pet Insurance Claims Of 2023
Sep 22, 2023
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Roar Into 'Survivor' Season 45 With 15 Fiji Fun Facts
Featured in Ripley's Believe It or Not! In celebration of season 45, Ripley's Hollywood dinosaur is sporting the show’s signature buff! Source: Roar Into ‘Survivor’ Season 45 With 15 Fiji Fun Facts
Sep 22, 2023
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Under Pressure With Power Washing Artist Sam Ward
Featured in Ripley's Believe It or Not! Sam’s sidewalk masterpieces are featured in our latest book, "Ripley's Believe It or Not! Level Up"! Source: Under Pressure With Power Washing Artist Sam Ward
Sep 19, 2023
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Newly Discovered Golden Orb From Bottom of Ocean Stumps Scientists
Featured in Ripley's Believe It or Not! The weird metallic-hued glob is biological in origin, but that’s all researchers know. Source: Newly Discovered Golden Orb From Bottom of Ocean Stumps Scientists
Sep 19, 2023
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Truffles from Nuclear Fallout Are Making German Wild Boars Radioactive
Featured in Ripley's Believe It or Not! Cesium-soaked truffles are to blame for dangerous fallout remaining in the environment. Source: Truffles from Nuclear Fallout Are Making German Wild Boars Radioactive
Sep 15, 2023
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Gastro-Royal Chronicles: The King Who Ate Himself to Death
Featured in Ripley's Believe It or Not! An overindulgence in sweet treats ended up costing the ultimate price. Source: Gastro-Royal Chronicles: The King Who Ate Himself to Death
Sep 14, 2023
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Meet Some Of The Ocean's Deepest Diving Mammals
Featured in Ripley's Believe It or Not! Find out which deep-diving mammal comes out on top — or should we say bottom? Source: Meet Some Of The Ocean’s Deepest Diving Mammals
Sep 13, 2023
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Sink Your Teeth Into This! Two Dinosaur-Sized Alligators Discovered
Featured in Ripley's Believe It or Not! Mississippi and Florida are vying for 2023’s top alligator with legendary recent finds! Source: Sink Your Teeth Into This! Two Dinosaur-Sized Alligators Discovered
Sep 12, 2023
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Severe Drought in Texas Exposes 113-Million-Year-Old Dinosaur Tracks
Featured in Ripley's Believe It or Not! The tracks first made themselves apparent during 2022 drought conditions before rain covered them back up. Source: Severe Drought in Texas Exposes 113-Million-Year-Old Dinosaur Tracks
Sep 08, 2023
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3 Reasons Why Octopuses Keep Surprising Scientists
Featured in Ripley's Believe It or Not! These octopus facts are sure to tentacle your fancy! Source: 3 Reasons Why Octopuses Keep Surprising Scientists
Sep 07, 2023
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Ripley's Round Trip: The Mysterious Coral Castle
Featured in Ripley's Believe It or Not! A mysterious castle that has left many questioning the motives behind its construction. Source: Ripley’s Round Trip: The Mysterious Coral Castle
Sep 01, 2023
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The Largest Search For The Loch Ness Monster In 50 Years
Featured in Ripley's Believe It or Not! The search for the elusive beast continues to grow. Source: The Largest Search For The Loch Ness Monster In 50 Years
Sep 01, 2023
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5 Surprising Facts You Never Knew About Seahorses
Featured in Ripley's Believe It or Not! Dive into fascinating facts about these fabulous sea creatures! Source: 5 Surprising Facts You Never Knew About Seahorses
Aug 31, 2023
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Octopus Moms Use Hot Tubs to Make Their Eggs Hatch Faster
Featured in Ripley's Believe It or Not! Mothers who keep their eggs in the warmer waters of “octopus gardens” cut hatch times in half! Source: Octopus Moms Use Hot Tubs to Make Their Eggs Hatch Faster
Aug 29, 2023
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