You may have loved the shiny illustrations in this ’90s classic as a kid, but you might be shocked by the underlying message as an adult. Here’s what to know about the Rainbow Fish controversy.

In a river of southeastern China, a group of “shiny” creatures with “large” eyes swam through “murky” waters. Something about the animals caught the attention of visiting scientists — and for good ...

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