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The Unknown About Entomological Warfare in History
For centuries, insects have been used as biological weapons to spread disease and destroy crops.
Plague
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Top 4 'craziest' biological weapons in human history
If today biological warfare is completely banned by international conventions and laws, in the past it was considered a smart tactic.
Archeology
Reveal the mystery of the collapse of ancient civilizations through the old skeletons
Extinction pathogens ushered in the collapse of ancient civilizations, scientists say.
Animal world
The biggest rabbit hunt in human history: When the virus no longer evolves in the same way
It leaves us with a lesson, when the COVID-19 pandemic is still not over.
Scientific works
Successfully deciphering the secret of the origin of the Black Death
The team of experts found a link between the spike in cemetery deaths in Kyrgyzstan in the 1300s and the historic Black Death pandemic.
History
An ancient fortress floating in the middle of the sea in Russia with a mysterious history attracts tourists
Located just off the coast of the Gulf of Finland from the Baltic Sea, Fort Alexander stands tall in the sea filled with secrets and a history spanning decades.
1001 mystery
Mysterious 'Black Death': Comet appeared in the sky of London, opening the tragedy of mankind
One comet appeared in late 1664 and one in early 1665. At that time, astrologers thought it was a sign of evil coming to England. However, few people understand that it…
Biology
What color is the blood of grasshopper?
With strong and sharp teeth like blades, gathered in groups
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The worst 18 months in history: The sun disappears, people don't see their silhouettes at noon
Scientists believe that in the spring of 536, many catastrophes occurred in a row and began the harshest period, threatening human survival.
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Simple and useful tips to help you distinguish between real and fake electronics
If you pay attention to these points, most people will no longer have to plague money for poor quality electronic products.
Life
Why is the name of the disease no longer associated with the place name?
There used to be many diseases named after where they came from, but why not an organization called nCoV?
Life
Covid-19 was not like the Spanish flu in 1918
More than 100 years have passed since the Spanish flu caused many deaths worldwide. Nor does it have much in common with the ongoing Covid-19 pandemic.
Science story
365 years before he returned to his hometown to avoid the epidemic, what enormous accomplishments did Newton create for science?
A famous incident similar to the Covid-19 plague occurred in the spring of 1665 in England, causing one-tenth of London's population.
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Three prophecies about the plague make you think of the corona virus
Is the disease caused by the corona virus now warned by the genius prophet Nostradamus 500 years ago?