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Doomsday Clock's Artistic Origin
- The Doomsday Clock was set initially at 7 minutes to midnight simply because it looked good artistically.
- Its time adjustments are subjective judgments by scientists rather than precise measurements.
Villagers Steal Food from Lions
- Villagers in Central African Republic allow lions to live nearby to steal leftovers from their kills.
- They use confidence and size to scare lions away from carcasses and grab the food.
Unknown Beauties in Time Capsule
- A Victorian time capsule beneath London's Cleopatra's Needle contains photos of 12 English 'beauties', but their identities are unknown.
- The capsule also includes unusual items like an obelisk model and cigars.