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Discover the scientific facts that debunk these eight common sleep myths.

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The top 10 archaeological finds of 2022 include ancient bronze Etruscan statues from Italy, a Roman-era mosaic in Syria and a prehistoric chalk sculpture in England.

A look at some of the most notable underwater wrecks from WWI and WWII.

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