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Prehistoric Giant Dolphin Discovered in the Amazon Has Foreign Connections

Thu, 03/21/2024 - 11:55

Between 3 and 3.5 meters long and 16 million years old: paleontologists at the University of Zurich have discovered a new species of freshwater dolphin in the Peruvian Amazon.

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Must Farm - Britain’s Pompeii - Reveals Bronze Age Lifestyle of ‘Cosy Domesticity’

Thu, 03/21/2024 - 09:00

‘Archaeological nirvana’ has been unearthed in ‘Britain’s Pompeii’, a stilt village occupied for less than a year before it burnt out, over a tragic summer day 2,850 years ago.

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Ancient Human Brains Found Preserved Through Millennia

Wed, 03/20/2024 - 17:47

In a revelation that is stirring the archaeological community, a recent study has demonstrated that human brains can survive the test of time far better than previously believed. 

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Earliest Neolithic Boats Found in Mediterranean Date Back to 5,000 BC

Wed, 03/20/2024 - 16:48

Archaeologists and historians from prominent institutions in Spain and Italy have recently published their findings on five ancient dugout canoes retrieved from La Marmotta

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The Severan Emperors and the Demise of the Roman Senate

Wed, 03/20/2024 - 16:13

By 190 AD, the debauched life of emperor Commodus had reached a sinister summit. Never had the Roman Empire been led by such a disgraceful character. 

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Surprising Mythological Stories From Around the World (Video)

Wed, 03/20/2024 - 14:53

Exploring mythological stories from diverse cultures unveils a rich tapestry of beliefs and narratives deeply embedded in human history.

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Warring States Period Cemetery With Pristine Weapons Discovered in China

Wed, 03/20/2024 - 11:41

Archaeologists in China have made the exciting discovery of a sprawling cemetery from the Warring States period, over 2,200 years ago. They have excavated many ancient tombs and more than 500 artifacts, including a fine array of weapons. This remarkable find sheds new light on ancient Chinese life, and notably the enigmatic Chu culture.

The discovery has been made near Dengcheng village in Xiangyang, Hubei Province, where teams from the Hubei Provincial Institute of Cultural Relics and Archaeology, together with the Xiangyang Municipal Institute, have unearthed the Warring States period cemetery dating back to 475–221 BC, a time of intense historical significance and cultural development in ancient China.

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Ascension to the Heavens in Ancient Mythology

Wed, 03/20/2024 - 08:50

The ascension of humans or beings into the heavens is a common theme among many mythologies and religions all over the world.

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The Olympics Saga: How the Olympics Came to Be (Video)

Tue, 03/19/2024 - 18:39

The ancient Olympics, originating in 776 BC in Olympia, Greece, were deeply ingrained in the fabric of Greek society. 

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The Amazing Story of Yasuke, The Forgotten African Samurai

Tue, 03/19/2024 - 16:56

Samurai are among the most enduring symbols of Japanese cultural heritage, thus unsurprisingly, most samurai were Japanese.

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Why Is There a Scottish Village in Italy? (Video)

Tue, 03/19/2024 - 15:00

Nestled amidst the rugged terrain of the Italian Alps lies Gurro, a village with a surprising heritage. Legend has it that Gurro is populated by the descendants of Scottish soldiers 

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Three Jin Dynasty Tombs Discovered in Chinese Village Reveal History

Tue, 03/19/2024 - 11:59

Three brick-chamber tombs from the Great Jin Dynasty (1115 – 1234 AD) that were uncovered in China have been found to feature beautiful and intricate wall murals. 

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16 New Archaeological Sites Identified in the Cerrado of Central Brazil

Tue, 03/19/2024 - 08:52

The archaeology team at the National Historical and Artistic Heritage Institute (Iphan) in Tocantins, Central Brazil has identified and catalogued 16 archaeological sites in the Jalapão region, east of Tocantins. The area is made up of panels with pre-colonial rock art made by human groups probably two thousand years ago.

“Among the symbols engraved and painted on the rocks, human footprints stand out, footprints of animals such as deer and wild pigs, and figures that resemble celestial bodies”, explains the Iphan archaeologist in Tocantins, Rômulo Macedo, who has been in charge of missions carried out between 2022 and 2023 to investigate the existence of new sites in the region.

The archaeologist highlights that this cultural asset has been threatened by several factors. Wind erosion, vandalism, forest fires and deforestation are among the main threats to the identified sites. To minimize these impacts, Iphan initiated conservation and heritage education actions in the region, aiming to protect and promote this Brazilian cultural heritage.

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What Happened to Cleopatra’s Children? (Video)

Mon, 03/18/2024 - 19:00

Cleopatra, a pivotal figure in ancient history, bore four children, marking a significant chapter in her legacy. Amidst the intricate web of alliances and power struggles that defined the era

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Treasures Looted from Okinawa During WW II Returned Eight Decades Later

Mon, 03/18/2024 - 16:44

Seeking to correct an 80-year-old injustice, the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) has returned a collection of looted cultural artifacts to the people of Okinawa, Japan.

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Cahokia: The Rise and Fall of an Indigenous Empire

Mon, 03/18/2024 - 15:50

A young Indigenous man, a Pilgrim, has been walking all day carrying a large bundle basket on his back. His long black hair is tied up in a bun at the back of his head, and he has new, round, purplish, flint clay spools in his ears. 

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Five Popular Irish Mythology Stories (Video)

Mon, 03/18/2024 - 14:55

Irish mythology, steeped in the ancient lore of the Celts, presents a tapestry of captivating stories that have endured through generations.

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Here’s How We Know Life in Ancient Egypt was Ravaged by Disease

Mon, 03/18/2024 - 11:49

The mention of ancient Egypt usually conjures images of colossal pyramids and precious, golden tombs. But as with most civilizations, the invisible world of infectious disease underpinned life and death along the Nile

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Unlocking the Secrets of Maya Healing

Mon, 03/18/2024 - 08:55

At a time when human beings are suffering from a host of illnesses caused by stress and modern-day living, the need for ancient wisdom has never been more important.

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The Peaceful Ghost Dance Movement Was Misconstrued as a Threat

Sun, 03/17/2024 - 16:44

Throughout history, governments have continually feared and misrepresented peaceful resistance movements, none more tragically than the misinterpretation of the Ghost Dance

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