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Examining tree rings inside the world's oldest trees reveal a seismic event that took place around 3,500 years ago
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It's 10 weeks into the Falklands War, and two British Harriers find themselves protecting a damaged ship, the HMS Hermes
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Harrier's unique takeoff style and agility owes a lot to its 47-foot frame and mere 15,000 pounds in weight--almost half the size of modern fighter jets
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The ancient Nabataeans' water storage and irrigation system was a marvel of engineering
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Why did the ancient Nabataeans desert the city of Petra? The answer lies in traces of white sand found in its rubble, suggesting a massive flood
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An earthquake in Nepal fills hikers on Everest with fear. Once the tremors subside, however, a new threat begins to loom on the horizon: an avalanche
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When you're crane-lifting a giant hovercraft into a ship's hold, plenty can go wrong
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Biblical scholars have debated whether the Tower of Babel existed. A remarkable stone tablet never before shown on film appears to settle that question
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Evidence is piling up that the Tower of Babel really existed. It's a conclusion that's partially borne out by an astounding discovery
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A young couple hiking in a Himalayan valley are caught in the middle of an earthquake that sets off a giant avalanche
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Jesus gained renown as a preacher of a particularly apocalyptic form of Judaism. This was further strengthened by his ability to perform miracles
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This 200-ton howitzer artillery gun is too heavy to transport in one piece. The answer is to split it in two
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There are numerous theories, from money to the intriguing idea that Judas may have actually been an overzealous believer anxious to provoke a confrontation
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Based on reporting, the ocean has long appeared to offer an infinite bounty of fish. But research paints a grim picture, with annual catch on a decline
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The Sea of Galilee contains the lowest freshwater lake in the world, and it's the area where a young Jesus of Nazareth first gained popularity
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The story of the nativity is actually a blend of both the gospels of Luke and Matthew. They reveal the significance of the gifts carried by the three kings
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Between 1950 and 1960, the population of Las Vegas grew by 161%--partly due to the burgeoning casino industry
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To test the impact of an atomic blast on populated areas, technicians built entire fake towns, with houses, shops, and even mannequin families
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