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Weird Science·2w ago·7 min
Psilocybin for Alcohol: A Strange, Forgotten History
Decades ago, a strange idea about psilocybin helping alcohol addiction sparked hope, then faded. Why are scientists looking back at this forgotten treatment today?
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Old Internet·2w ago·6 min
Inside Derinkuyu: Turkey's Hidden Ancient Underground City
Discover the secrets of Derinkuyu, Turkey's massive underground city. Explore its ancient tunnels, hidden rooms, and the surprising reasons it was built.
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Old Internet·1mo ago·6 min
The Strange Story of How One Rocket Changed Space
Remember the Falcon Heavy? Its first launch wasn't just a rocket; it was a global spectacle that redefined space travel and captured imaginations.
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Old Internet·1mo ago·4 min
The Strange Story of the Dancing Plague
What caused hundreds to dance uncontrollably for weeks? Discover the bizarre and unsettling tale of the 1518 Dancing Plague.
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Old Internet·1mo ago·4 min
Tom Lehrer's Gift: Why His Songs Are Now Free for Everyone
Discover why musical satirist Tom Lehrer released all his classic songs into the public domain, making them free for everyone to enjoy and use.
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