Deutsche Welle Science Unscripted

This one's for the short kings

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Ever want to be taller? That might mean you're more competitive (and jealous). Also, if someone asked you which animal is the most abundant on earth... what would you say?
12 Jun 2025 English Germany Science · Technology

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