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Who Created These Strange, Ancient Sculptures Hidden in the Saudi Desert?
By Rafi Letzter published
There's a place in the desert where the ghosts of camels seem to loom out of ancient rocks.

Giving a Hoot for Mideast Peace: Conservation Project Using Owls Proves Unifying
By Mindy Weisberger published
A conservation initiative using barn owls to control agricultural pests has nurtured a long-term collaboration between Israeli, Palestinian and Jordanian scientists.

Airstrikes Blast 3,000-Year-Old Temple in Syria
By Megan Gannon published
The early Iron Age temple, Ain Dara, was known for its intricate architectural carvings.

12 Sexy Camels Kicked Out of Beauty Contest for Using Botox
By Rafi Letzter published
Saudi Arabia's King Abdulaziz Camel Festival kicked out a dozen camels from a beauty contest for receiving Botox injections.

8,000-Year-Old Rock Art Includes the World's Oldest Images of Dogs
By Megan Gannon published
Archaeologists have identified what may be the world's oldest images of dogs. The 8,000-year-old hunting scenes even feature some dogs on leashes.

Aerial Images May Unlock Enigma of Ancient Stone Structures in Saudi Arabia
By David Kennedy published
Opinion

Lifelike 'Sophia' Robot Granted Citizenship to Saudi Arabia
By Mindy Weisberger published
The government of Saudi Arabia has awarded citizenship to a humanoid robot named "Sophia."

400 Mysterious Ancient Stone Structures Discovered in Saudi Arabia
By Owen Jarus published
The sprawling stone structures date back thousands of years and drape across old lava fields.
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