The abrupt vanishing act of Neanderthals, Europe's exclusive human metapopulation before Homo sapiens, raises perplexing questions about their mysterious and rapid extinction.
Read moreSection: NewsHuman OriginsScienceVideosIn the province of Cañete, Peru, archaeologists have unearthed Inca stone quarries and a previously unknown road network at Cerros de Quilmaná and Cerro Quinta Freno.
Read moreSection: NewsHistory & ArchaeologyDespite the Roman Empire's extensive military and cultural influence on the nearby Balkan peninsula, a DNA analysis of individuals who lived in the region between 1 and 1000 AD found no genetic evidence of Iron Age Italian ancestry.
Read moreSection: NewsHistory & ArchaeologyThe world's oldest fortress has been discovered in Siberia, dating to 8,000 years ago.
Read moreSection: NewsHistory & ArchaeologyAncient PlacesAsiaRecent DNA studies on the peopling of the Americas challenge established narratives, revealing a complex ancestry for Native Americans.
Read moreSection: NewsHuman OriginsScienceVideosPort Royal, once a den of pirates, faced divine retribution 325 years ago. The infamous city, labeled the 'Sodom of the West,' met its demise on June 7, 1692, at 11:43 a.m., when a powerful earthquake struck Jamaica.
Read moreSection: NewsAncient PlacesAmericasVideosHistoryImportant EventsSometimes it really does seem that there is a saint for everything. For among the vast pantheon of saints stands Saint Drogo, a 12th-century Flemish nobleman who, after experiencing an inexplicable physical deformity, has become the unexpected patron for the unattractive.
Read moreSection: NewsWeird FactsIn June, researchers led by paleoanthropologist Lee Berger published sensational claims about an extinct human species called Homo naledi online and in the Netflix documentary Unknown: Cave of Bones.
Read moreSection: NewsHistory & ArchaeologyArchaeologists searching through excavated rubble at the site where Pompeii once stood in southern Italy recently discovered the remains of a small, cramped room with unique characteristics and a singular design.
Read moreSection: NewsHistory & ArchaeologyIn the tapestry of ancient conflicts, the clash between Rome and Carthage etches a defining chapter. Carthage, a maritime power commanding critical Mediterranean trade routes, resisted Rome's territorial ambitions.
Read moreSection: NewsVideosHistoryFamous PeopleOn December 5, 2023, a major archaeological discovery was made in the Wulong District of Chongqing Municipality, located in Southwest China.
Read moreSection: ArtifactsOther ArtifactsNewsHistory & ArchaeologyAncient PlacesAsiaThe majority of Neanderthals, much like modern Homo sapiens, exhibited a strong preference for using their right hand, as evidenced by the accidental scratches on their teeth.
Read moreSection: NewsHuman OriginsScienceVideosNext time you find yourself swaying along to Bob Marley’s Exodus, pay attention to the lyrics. “We know where we’re going. We know where we’re from.
Read moreSection: NewsWeird FactsUnraveling Lady Godiva's historical tapestry involves navigating through legends and nuances.
Read moreSection: NewsMyths & LegendsEuropeVideosHistoryFamous PeopleA team of archaeologists has deciphered the hidden Neolithic building dynamics within Spain’s 5,700-years-old Menga dolmen.
Read moreSection: ArtifactsAncient TechnologyNewsHistory & ArchaeologyAncient China's rich history, dynasties, and innovative spirit have left an enduring impact. From the mythical creation stories to scientific evidence of Homo erectus settling two million years ago, China's past reveals a fascinating evolution.
Read moreSection: ArtifactsAncient TechnologyNewsAncient PlacesAsiaVideosAn amateur treasure hunter has made a remarkable find, unearthing five Bronze Age axe heads in near-perfect condition.
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