stones

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The small nocturnal arachnid has been nicknamed the ballista spider after the ancient Roman siege weapon that launched bolts and stones using stored tension.

From Science Daily • Jun. 26, 2026

Though it is yet to be formally named, scientists have nicknamed the tiny spider "ballista", after the ancient weapon used to hurl stones in battle.

From BBC • Jun. 23, 2026

Those who view IPOs as stepping stones to great wealth, as it turns out, are making a category error.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 23, 2026

But some opt for less physically demanding escapism in the form of "congklak" -- a counting game using seeds or stones -- or "bola bekel", similar to jacks.

From Barron's • Jun. 15, 2026

She reached the wall and clambered up it, the stones cutting into her hands and Gelifen clinging to her back.

From "Impossible Creatures" by Katherine Rundell