The Feed July 15th

Merge 104.8  |  15 July 2026

The skeleton of a Tyrannosaurus rex has set a new record after selling for over $50 million, making it the most expensive fossil ever purchased. Estimated to be around 67 million years old, the specimen measures 38 feet in length and 12.5 feet in height, with a massive 54-inch skull. The skeleton is made up of 183 fossilized bones, making it about 61% complete.

 

Recent studies indicate that dogs may have a basic understanding of numbers, allowing them to recognize when they’ve received more or fewer treats. Researchers think this instinctive ability to judge quantities plays a role in how dogs evaluate food and rewards. The findings also sh

ow that dogs are most accurate when comparing smaller amounts.

Netflix is considering live, TV-like channels to its platform. The new features would aim to simplify content discovery by offering continuously programmed channels instead of requiring you to choose something to watch. Netflix is also said to be considering subscription bundles that would let users sign up for other streaming services directly through its platform.