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In 2003, a 6-inch long skeletal remains of a human fetus later nicknamed Ata were found in a deserted Chilean town in the Atacama Desert. Many people claimed that the skeleton, which had bone density characteristics of a 6-year-old, despite its tiny size, was an alien. However, the analysis of its DNA show the skeleton to be human. Scientists have since been able to study its DNA. Turns out Ata is closely related to indigenous Chileans but also had some European ancestry. DNA analysis done in 2018 on the premature human fetus identified unusual mutation. Researchers found seven different mutations of her genes that are involved with growth, but they’re not sure which caused her skeletal malformation.

JFK and Jackie at a diner in Oregon, 1959. As Kennedy sat in the diner, he was a senator at the time and still relatively unknown in most parts of the country. He hadn't even officially announced that he was running for president. However, during this photo, he was on an unofficial campaign trail, and most members of the Democratic Party knew he would run. In fact, back in Washington, a "Stop Kennedy" movement was already underway from his competitors. Throughout 1959, Kennedy traveled the length and breadth of the land, with a full schedule of speeches and public appearances, combating critics and challengers attempting to derail his bid to win the Democratic nomination. He traveled all over: the Midwest, California, attended a Cubs game, met Stan Musial (famous Cardinals baseball player), and visited a West Virginia coal factory. I...

In 1837, a British man named Thomas Saverland sued Miss Caroline Newton for biting off his nose after he attempted to forcibly kiss her at a party. The overseeing judge ruled that "When a man kisses a woman against her will, she is fully entitled to bite his nose off if she so pleases." Additional details on the case were provided in The Bell's New Weekly Messenger from April 30, 1837. The complainant, whose face bore incontestable evidence of the severe injury inflicted, with the fleshy part of his left nostril completely gone, stated that on the day after Christmas Day, he was in a tap-room where the defendant and her sister were present. The sister laughingly mentioned that she had left her young man down in Birmingham and had promised him that no man should kiss her while she was absent. The complainant took this as a challenge, especially given the holiday time, and ...

Adam Rainer was born in 1899 in Graz, Austria. His unusual growth pattern began during his childhood, when he developed a condition known as "dwarfism" due to an underactive pituitary gland. As a result, he remained significantly shorter than average, reaching a height of about 4’8” by the age of 19. However, Rainer's story took an unexpected turn when his pituitary gland suddenly became overactive, leading to a condition known as "acromegaly." Acromegaly is characterized by the excessive production of growth hormone, resulting in the enlargement of bones, tissues, and organs. In Rainer's case, this led to a rapid increase in his height and physical features. By the time of his death, Rainer had experienced a remarkable transformation, growing to a height of approximately 7’8”, which is considered exceptionally tall.

In 1918, a woman named Fanya Kaplan tried to assassinate Vladimir Lenin, who had become the leader of Soviet Russia after the revolution. Fanya Kaplan didn't agree with Lenin's ideas and the government he was building. On August 30, 1918, she saw her chance to take action. When Lenin was speaking to a crowd in Moscow, she got close and shot at him several times. Although he was hurt, Lenin survived. Even though Fanya Kaplan's plan didn't work, it had big consequences. Lenin's injuries made him stay away from the public eye for a while. During that time, the government got even tougher on anyone who didn't agree with them. Fanya Kaplan was caught, questioned, and then executed. Her actions became a symbol of resistance against the government. Her attempt and the way the government reacted give us a glimpse into how complicated and difficult things were in early Soviet Russia. ...

Sailors saluting a war veteran, Leningrad (1989) In 1989, war veterans in Leningrad were a living testament to the enduring impact of the Second World War on the city and its people. These veterans, many of whom had experienced the hardships and sacrifices of the Siege of Leningrad during World War II, played a significant role in shaping the city's identity and memory. The war veterans of Leningrad carried with them stories of resilience, courage, and survival from a period of immense adversity. The Siege of Leningrad, lasting from 1941 to 1944, was a brutal chapter in the city's history, during which the population endured extreme food shortages, cold, and constant threat of bombardment. By 1989, the Soviet Union was undergoing significant political and social changes, and the war veterans became symbols of national pride and a reminder of the sacrifice...

Coal miner waiting to get into the communal shower at the end of his shift, taken in Gelsenkirchen, Germany. In 1958, coal mining in Germany was a central pillar of the country's industrial and economic landscape. It was an era when coal was not only a vital energy source but also a significant driver of employment and economic growth. Germany's coal mining industry in 1958 was characterized by a network of mines spread across various regions, including the Ruhr Valley and the Saarland. These coal mines played a crucial role in powering factories, generating electricity, and fueling the nation's industrial machinery. The 1950s marked a period of post-war recovery for Germany, and coal mining played a significant part in rebuilding the country's infrastructure and economy. The demand for coal was high, and the mining sector employed a substantial workforce, providing jobs for many communiti...