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Smithsonian Magazine (June 28, 2024) – The latest issue features ‘The Ancient Wonders of Berenike’ – Stunning new finds in Egypt reveal a critical crossroads between East and West….
A Buried Ancient Egyptian Port Reveals the Hidden Connections Between Distant Civilizations
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At the site of Berenike, in the desert sands along the Red Sea, archaeologists are uncovering wondrous new finds that challenge old ideas about the makings of the modern world
Galveston’s Texas-Size Plan to Stop the Next Big Storm
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In the wake of Hurricane Ike, engineers have been crafting a $34 billion plan to protect the city. Will it work when the next disaster arrives?
How Coffee Helped the Union Caffeinate Their Way to Victory in the Civil War
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The North’s fruitful partnership with Liberian farmers fueled a steady supply of an essential beverage