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The Smithsonian announces the discovery of the olinguito, the first new carnivorous species found in the Americas in 35 years.
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In 2026, August 15 falls on a Saturday. Here are 3 notable moments from the same calendar date.
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The Smithsonian announces the discovery of the olinguito, the first new carnivorous species found in the Americas in 35 years.
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The Troubles: A car bomb attack carried out by the Real Irish Republican Army killed 29 people and injured approximately 220 others in Omagh, Northern Ireland.
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In South Carolina, Shannon Faulkner becomes the first female cadet matriculated at The Citadel (she drops out less than a week later).
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