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Forgotten science: 7 of the strangest scientific theories in history

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In pictures: animals through history

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A history of red hair and amazing animals

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A dog’s-eye view of Paris

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Q&A What is the significance of the British Bulldog?

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Cats in history: 3 curious tributes

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5 historical space travel facts

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7 weird and wonderful medieval facts

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Dressed-up fleas, devil butterflies and the Thames whales: the strange ways nature has influenced human history

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8 weird and wonderful Victorian discoveries

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In pictures: strange creatures through history

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In pictures: dogs of the First World War

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Why do we say ‘horse of a different colour’?

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How did the Appaloosa horse get to North America?

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