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Edition #30 · Tuesday, June 23, 2026 · 1993 positive stories
Underdog Wins

Norwegian First Grader Went Looking for Craft Rocks. He Found a Viking Sword Instead

ZME Science Mon, 22 Ju
Norwegian First Grader Went Looking for Craft Rocks. He Found a Viking Sword Instead

The rare blade may have belonged to a high-status warrior in Norway.

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