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How sitting, reclining, or lying down during the day may increase the risk of cardiovascular disease. Amber is found in Antarctica for the first time and what information can be gained from it. Plus, on This Day in History, we take a look at the Nintendo Wii.

Sitting too long can harm heart health, even for active people | ScienceDaily

For the first time in history, scientists have found amber fragments in Antarctica, at a depth of 946 meters

First discovery of Antarctic amber | Antarctic Science | Cambridge Core

90-million-year-old amber reveals Antarctica's secret past - Earth.com

Scientists Find Evidence of an Ancient Rainforest in Antarctica

Nintendo Wii (2006-2013) – History of Console Gaming

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The remains of a well-preserved saber-toothed kitten was found in Russia, the discovery of the largest known sea creature, and another “Doomsday Fish” washed ashore in California. Plus, on This Day in History, how the railroads help set the time zones in the United States and the history of Teddy Bears.

Well-preserved remains of saber-toothed kitten found frozen in Russian tundra, researchers say - ABC News

Mummy of a juvenile sabre-toothed cat Homotherium latidens from the Upper Pleistocene of Siberia | Scientific Reports

The world’s largest coral was discovered in the South Pacific

Photos: Scientists discover the world’s largest coral | Vox

Another rare 'doomsday fish' discovered off Southern California coast | WFRV

When did the United States start using time zones?

History of Teddy Bears

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The latest scam - this one is based around finding a job and how circular homes are standing firm against hurricanes. Plus, on This Day in History, the art advisor to the Queen is exposed in Parliament as a Soviet spy and is stripped of his knighthood.

How to protect yourself from scammers offering fake jobs | AP News

Cybersecurity Awareness Month: How to stay safe from scams during | AP News

ReportFraud.ftc.gov

Why you shouldn't store your money in payment apps | AP News

Thousands of Circular Homes Are Surviving Hurricanes Across the US Thanks to North Carolina Company

True Story of Anthony Blunt, Queen Elizabeth's Art Curator & Russian Spy

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The largest object in the asteroid belt may be 90% ice and water and an ancient fossil of a bird skull can help fill the gaps of avian evolution. Plus, on 'This Day in History', we look at the first airplane flight to take off from the deck of a ship.

Near-Earth dwarf planet's surface is 90% covered by water - The Brighter Side of News

An ancient and impure frozen ocean on Ceres implied by its ice-rich crust | Nature Astronomy

Bird brain from the age of dinosaurs reveals roots of avian intelligence | ScienceDaily

The Short, Eventful Life of Eugene B. Ely | Proceedings - January 1981 Vol. 107/1/935

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A breakthrough breath test could detect lung cancer in the early stages, plus Weird Wednesday has a 77-year-old cake piece sold at auction, gross mystery balls on Sydney's beaches that should be avoided, monkeys captured after escaping a research lab, and a 'Wicked' mistake. Also, on This Day in History, the original Big Ben chimes for the first time.

Breakthrough breath test could detect lung cancer early

Ultrasensitive In2O3-Based Nanoflakes for Lung Cancer Diagnosis and the Sensing Mechanism Investigated by Operando Spectroscopy | ACS Sensors

77-year-old slice of Queen Elizabeth II's wedding cake sells for $2,800 - UPI.com

Watch: Suspected tar balls on Sydney beaches actually poop-filled 'fatbergs' - UPI.com

Mysterious black balls that washed up on Sydney beach were foul-smelling mini ‘fatbergs’ | CNN

South Carolina lab recaptures 5 escaped monkeys. 13 still loose | AP News

43 monkeys remain on the run from South Carolina lab. CEO thinks they're having an adventure | AP News

2 more escaped monkeys recaptured and enjoying peanut butter and jelly sandwiches in South Carolina | AP News

Mattel apologizes for misprint on 'Wicked' doll packaging that links to porngraphic website - UPI.com

When Did Big Ben First Bong? | Londonist

The recasting of Big Ben - The History Press

The History Of Big Ben And Elizabeth Tower In One Chronology | Londonist

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Perhaps STILL the stuff of Science Fiction, physicists explain how time travel could become a reality – and it’s not as 'out there' as you might initially think. Plus, on 'This Day in History'; The first recorded aerial bombing on US soil – and the combatants aren’t who you'd expect.

How the Universe’s hidden ‘scars’ could unlock time travel

Aerospaceweb.org | Ask Us - First Aerial Bombardment in the US

The Caucus Blog of the Illinois House Republicans: Williamson County was a dangerous place in the 1920s

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Elephants that may use a hose like a tool…and for a trick, plus your attitude on aging may impact your cognitive skills as you get older. Also, on This Day in History; the first US fraternity and the dedication for the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier.

Elephant turns a hose into a sophisticated showering tool | ScienceDaily

A Positive Outlook on Aging is Linked to Feeling Sharper Mentally, Says New Study

Full article: Just as expected? Older adults’ aging expectations are associated with subjective cognition

F. H. C Society (Flat Hat Club) | Special Collections Knowledgebase

4 secret societies you probably don't know about | The Week

The Colonial Williamsburg Official History & Citizenship Site

Dedication of the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier | November 11, 1921 | HISTORY

Tomb History Fact Sheet.pdf

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The FDA could pull a common but ineffective cold medicine from the market and new DNA analysis reveals what scientists got wrong about Pompeii. And, on TDIH, the first detachable electric plug in the US.

FDA to pull common but ineffective cold medicine from market - CBS News

U.S. FDA proposes ending use of popular decongestant present in cold medicines | Reuters

DNA From Pompeii Victims Reveals Surprising Relationships Amidst the Chaos (gizmodo.com)

First US Detachable Electric Plug – Today in History: November 8 - Connecticut History | a CTHumanities Project

The story of the electric plug | SPARK Museum of Electrical Invention

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The discovery of a fossilized 'Terror Bird' leg sheds light on the ancient South American ecosystem and a woodpecker’s comeback changes its status from endangered to threatened. Plus, on The Day in History, the White Hurricane of the Great Lakes.

Fossil of huge terror bird offers new information about wildlife in South America 12 million years ago | ScienceDaily

Red-cockaded woodpeckers' recovery in southeast leads to status change from endangered to threatened | AP News

'White Hurricane': Remembering the Great Lakes Storm of 1913 | Weather.com

Remembering the November 1913 "White Hurricane" (weather.gov)

The 4 factors that have led to a 'golden age' of discovery for Great Lakes shipwrecks | CBC News

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The Kingdom of Jordan is the first nation in the world to eliminate Leprosy. Weird Wednesday brings us a giant GPS phallus, a chance to buy President George Washington’s hair, and a couple "odd" structures. Plus, on 'This Day in History', the Soviet Union’s five-day week.

Jordan Recognized as First in the World to Eradicate Leprosy (goodnewsnetwork.org)

UK Man Creates Giant GPS Penis Drawing To Raise Money For Charity (ndtv.com)

Lock of Washington's hair and other presidential memorabilia up for auction | Reuters

Philippines resort features world's largest chicken-shaped building - UPI.com

Giant chicken hotel that’s breaking records « Euro Weekly News

A New Zealand city waves goodbye to its 'disturbing' giant hand sculpture that many came to love | AP News

For 11 Years, the Soviet Union Had No Weekends | HISTORY

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