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The Ancient Order of Bali
In 1970s Bali, a sudden rice crisis prompted an unexpectedly far-reaching scientific discovery • By Matt Castle • 28 March 2023
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This is Dang Interesting
To whom it may concern, we now have a (mostly) profanity-free mirror site.
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Lofty Ambitions
In 1933, British WWI vet Maurice Wilson hatched an unorthodox plan to reach the still-untouched summit of Everest.
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The Rube’s Dilemma
A great pitcher’s great temptation.
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Devouring the Heart of Portugal
In 1924 a bankrupt businessman in Portugal launched an audacious international scheme to become one of the wealthiest men in the world.