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Submerged Roman Structure Discovered Off Coast Of Italy

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Dating back to at least the second century C.E., this structure may have been part of an aristocrat's lavish beachside villa.Superintendence of Archaeology Fine Arts Landscape Southern EtruriaThe submerged Roman structure in Campo di Mare as seen from above. For some 2,000 years, the calm turquoise waters off the coast of Campo di Mare, Italy, held a secret. Right beneath the gentle waves, an ancient Roman structure — perhaps part of a vast villa — lay hidden, just out of sight. Read More...

The 9 Weirdest Mushroom And Fungi Species In The World

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7. Black Witches’ Butter (Exidia glandulosa) Björn S/FlickrBlack Witches’ Butter. Jean-Baptiste Francois Bulliard, a French naturalist, first recorded this strange fungus in 1789. Named as such for its color and greasy consistency in wet weather, Black Witches’ Butter appears on dead hardwood during the autumn and winter seasons. Alternately, in hot and dry weather, these mushrooms appear more greenish-brown and crusty. Björn S/FlickrAlso known as Black Jelly Roll, this strange mushroom might have magical powers. Read More...

The Fascinating History Of Obscene Gestures

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Source: Blogspot The (Middle) finger Synonymous with various phrases revolving around a verb that begins with the letter F, the middle finger is one of the most universally recognized and reviled gestures in history. Made particularly popular by late 20th century rock and punk personalities as a sign of rebellion and anti-establishmentarianism, the finger today is used liberally by people of all ages. Source: Acid Cow The finger dates all the way back to ancient Greece when it was meant as an insult, suggesting that the recipient of the gesture would easily submit to anal intercourse. Read More...

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