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Podcast: To the Moon and Back With Rebecca Boyle

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Podcast: To the Moon and Back With Rebecca Boyle

Understanding the ways in which the moon has helped impact human life.

The Podcast Team
Atlas Obscura
May 9, 2024
Many zombie graves span Europe—was this site in Oppin one of them?

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Could This Recently Found Skeleton in Germany Have Been a Zombie?

It was possibly treated like the undead.

Charis McGowan
Atlas Obscura
May 8, 2024
Podcast: Musée Mécanique

amazing automata

Podcast: Musée Mécanique

Inside a vintage arcade in San Francisco.

The Podcast Team
Atlas Obscura
May 8, 2024
Atlas Obscura Goes to Summer Camp

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Atlas Obscura Goes to Summer Camp

Revisit the spirit of long days for exploring and nights by the campfire, toasting marshmallows and telling tales.

Gemma Tarlach
Atlas Obscura
May 7, 2024
Podcast: Beauly Priory Wych Elm

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Podcast: Beauly Priory Wych Elm

An ancient tree comes back to life, thanks to 3D technology.

The Podcast Team
Atlas Obscura
May 7, 2024
Strawberries have a fascinating history.

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How Will You Celebrate Strawberry Season?

Host a strawberry party, go berry-picking, or make strawberry shortcake.

Anne Ewbank
Atlas Obscura
May 6, 2024
Atlas Obscura’s Guide to Nebraska’s Wackiest and Most Wondrous Summer Events

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Atlas Obscura’s Guide to Nebraska’s Wackiest and Most Wondrous Summer Events

From the “World’s Largest Chicken Dance” to a week-long star party, don’t miss these funky events in the Cornhusker State.

Sponsored By Visit Nebraska
A hairy-nosed otter, one of 700 species identified during a ground-breaking survey of portions of Cambodia's mangrove forests.

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Hairy-Nosed Otters, Fishing Cats, and Other Wonders of Cambodia's Mangroves

Researchers exploring the country's threatened coastal habitats discovered 'staggering' biodiversity.

Robin McKie
Atlas Obscura
May 6, 2024
Podcast: Sans Souci Palace

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Podcast: Sans Souci Palace

Inside the ruins of a palace that once hosted Haiti's only king.

The Podcast Team
Atlas Obscura
May 6, 2024
All illustrations: John Mata for Atlas Obscura

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The Atlas Obscura Crossword: May Themeless

AO Puzzles
Atlas Obscura
May 6, 2024
In 100 years, the colors on this map might swap.

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The Most Dangerously Populated Latitudes in the World

Impending threats may reverse everything.

Frank Jacobs
Atlas Obscura
May 3, 2024
Inside Memorial Auditorium in Gary, Indiana. The auditorium was one of several landmarks damaged by fires set in the late 1990s.

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What Can We Learn From the Ruins of Gary, Indiana?

Exploring deindustrialization.

Matthew Christopher
Atlas Obscura
May 3, 2024
Beginning in the 20th century, the hunt for the deadly wampus cat was on.

rites of spring

The Child-Eating Wampus Cat Prowling the American South

Hide your dog; hide your children.

April White
Atlas Obscura
May 3, 2024
The bird has been working with humans for millennia.

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Helpful Honeyguides Have a Long and Sweet Alliance With Humans

Across sub-Saharan Africa, these birds lead humans to hidden bee colonies.

Cara Giaimo
Atlas Obscura
May 3, 2024
You can use any type of onion to make a calendar, but the Eszlingers prefer yellow.

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How to Consult an Onion Oracle

From the Midwest to a tiny town in Italy, the tradition of weather-predicting onions lives on.

Roxanne Hoorn
Atlas Obscura
May 3, 2024
 Verónica Oviedo (center) began the all-female mariachi band Mujer Latina in 2004.

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7 Stories to Toast To Cinco de Mayo

Replace that margarita with vino de cocos.

April White
Atlas Obscura
May 3, 2024
Springtime meant strawberries, cream, and cakes.

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The 19th-Century ‘Strawberry Parties’ That Raised Money and Spirits Each Spring

Servers wore strawberry hats and green gowns while guests feasted on shortcake, sherbet, and ice cream.

Anne Ewbank
Atlas Obscura
May 2, 2024
The Zvoncari bell ringers banish winter with noise.

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Croatia Bans Winter By Partying Like ‘Where the Wild Things Are’

Let spring's wild rumpus begin.

Justin McDonnell
Atlas Obscura
May 2, 2024
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