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Another Mysterious Monolith Suddenly Appears — This Time In Romania

A metal monolith was reported to have appeared on a scenic location in northern Romania on Nov. 27. Local newspaper Ziar Piatra Neamt reported the finding on a hill near the archaeological site of an old fortress overlooking the Bâtca Doamnei lake. Ziar Piatra Neamt via Storyful hide caption

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Ziar Piatra Neamt via Storyful

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Another Mysterious Monolith Suddenly Appears — This Time In Romania

Not long after a metal object appeared without explanation in the Utah desert, it disappeared. Now, locals in Piatra Neamt say they have found a similar monolith, and answers remain just as scarce.

Metallic Monolith In Utah Vanishes Just As Mysteriously As It Appeared

This Nov. 18 photo shows a metal monolith in a remote area in Utah. The mysterious monolith has disappeared less than 10 days after it was spotted by wildlife biologists. Utah Department of Public Safety via AP hide caption

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Utah Department of Public Safety via AP

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Metallic Monolith In Utah Vanishes Just As Mysteriously As It Appeared

After its discovery in a remote location in Red Rock Country over a week ago, the metallic prism inspired theories as to its origin. Officials say it was removed by an "unknown party" on Friday.

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