In today’s Escape: Guess the size of this prehistoric sea reptile, how to lower stress in 5 minutes, and the ancient Egyptian artwork hidden under two millennia of grime.

But first: Smelling roses could help you make stronger memories.

ILLUSTRATION BY ALANAH SARGINSON

If you’ve ever been transported to the past when you hear an old song or smell a familiar smell, then you’ve experienced the link between your senses and memory in action. Here’s how your primary senses influence memory—and what experts say you can do to hone them.

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PHOTOGRAPH BY CARLTON WARD JR.

ILLUSTRATION BY GABRIEL UGUETO-DEAN LOMAX

Earth’s earliest ocean giants were reptiles. This one, the ichthyosaur, was an apex predator and paleontologists have discovered the biggest one yet. How big was it? 

A. Over 200 feet in length
B. Over 125 feet in length
C. Over 80 feet in length
D. None of the above 

Set after the events of “Black Panther: Wakanda Forever,” Marvel Television’s “Ironheart” pits technology against magic when Riri Williams (Dominique Thorne)—a young, genius inventor determined to make her mark on the world—returns to her hometown of Chicago. Her unique take on building iron suits is brilliant, but in pursuit of her ambitions, she finds herself wrapped up with the mysterious yet charming Parker Robbins aka “The Hood” (Anthony Ramos).

BEFORE YOU GO: If The Bear has inspired you to explore Chicago’s fine-dining scene, try these restaurants.

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