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 Apparent conjoined barn swallows found in ArkansasAn apparent set of conjoined twin birds - an incredibly rare find - has been discovered in Arkansas, authorities said.
Smithsonian names chief for tropical center
The Smithsonian Institution has named one of its own scientists to be the new director of the Smithsonian Tropical Research Institute in Panama.  Smithsonian dishes the dirt on, well, dirtDishing the dirt has a long history in Washington, but the Smithsonian Institution is taking it to new depths. The National Museum of Natural History opens a new exhibit on Saturday - "Dig It" - exploring the mysterious and complex world of soil.
Oldest surviving B-17 moving to Dayton museum
The oldest surviving B-17 Flying Fortress is leaving the Smithsonian Institution in Washington D.C. to be restored at the Air Force museum in Dayton.
Metro sets new record for rail ridership
Metro has set a new all-time record high for ridership, surpassing the previous record from 2004 on the day of President Reagan's state funeral.
Military sending two giant squids to Smithsonian
Dover Air Force Base welcomed an unusual delivery Friday morning: a box of two preserved giant squids en route from Spain to the Smithsonian Institution.
Muppets return home to DC in Smithsonian exhibit
Bert and Ernie are paying a special visit to the city that helped give birth to the "Sesame Street" gang.
Giant squid destined for Smithsonian lands in Del.
A giant squid destined for the Smithsonian is arriving at Dover Air Force Base.
Architect sought for national black history museum
The Smithsonian Institution issued a call for architects Thursday to submit their qualifications for a competition to build the newest museum on the National Mall, which will be dedicated to black history.
Crystal skulls: Fact or Fiction?
Some mysteries are such fun you almost don't want to know the truth. That may help explain why people are fascinated with crystal skulls.
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