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Bizarre Archaeological Finds That Rewrote History (Video)

Sat, 03/09/2024 - 14:55

Archaeology serves as a key to unlock the mysteries of our past, offering glimpses into ancient civilizations that challenge conventional historical narratives.

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Did Hominids in Asia Use Advanced Tools Much Earlier than Thought?

Sat, 03/09/2024 - 11:51

A new find in China has potentially rewritten the course of prehistory. Did our hominid ancestors use sophisticated tools in East Asia 300,000 years earlier than thought?

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Scientists Map the Genetic Evolution of Cacao to Chocolate

Sat, 03/09/2024 - 08:54

Researchers have mapped the ancient dispersal of the cacao or cocoa plant from South America to Central America. Not only did they discover the plant

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The Great Vampire Epidemic: A Bizarre Chapter in History

Fri, 03/08/2024 - 18:24

Imagine a time when the fear of vampires wasn't just the stuff of horror movies, but a genuine epidemic that swept across Europe.

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Genetic Study Reveals Shocking Details about Ancestry of Modern Indians

Fri, 03/08/2024 - 16:58

Featuring a rich and diverse mix of ethnicities and cultures, the people of South Asia have always been a source of fascination for scientists interested in studying human evolution and genetics.

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Aristocratic Athenian Hero Pericles Versus Demagogue Villain Cleon

Fri, 03/08/2024 - 16:41

The founding of the Delian League in 478 BC moved the Athenians closer to the idea of democracy. 

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The Hidden Healers: Women's Secret Medieval Health Networks

Fri, 03/08/2024 - 11:56

In the medieval period, medical science was still dominated by the ancient writings of Hippocrates from the fifth century and Galen of Pergamon from the second century.

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What the Media Gets Right About Pirates (Video)

Fri, 03/08/2024 - 11:30

Within the realm of pirate lore depicted in media, there exists a delicate balance between fiction and historical accuracy. Notably, Howard Pyle's evocative paintings stand as vivid portrayals

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The Merneptah Stele: Proof Ancient Egypt Knew of the Israelites

Fri, 03/08/2024 - 08:53

The Merneptah Stele, also known as the Israel Stele or Victory Stele of Merneptah, in considered to be one of the most significant archaeological artifacts ever discovered in ancient Egypt.

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Colombia Joins Mexico Publishing “Tiny-Alien” Nonsense

Thu, 03/07/2024 - 19:08

Only two months after scientists in Peru revealed the public had been hoaxed into believing two “dolls” were in fact alien corpses, headlines are now touting more alien-nonsense.

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Magnet Fisher Drags 1,200-Year-Old Viking Sword from English River

Thu, 03/07/2024 - 16:37

In a remarkable find, an artifact of significant historical importance has been recovered by an avid magnet fisherman. Trevor Penny was scouring the River Cherwell near Enslow in Oxfordshire

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What Life Was Like for the Maya (Video)

Thu, 03/07/2024 - 14:45

Ancient Mayan life was a complex tapestry of ritual, innovation, and occasional brutality. Spanning Central America, their society thrived on advanced practices, from sophisticated dental care to intricate body modification.

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30,000 Artifacts Found At Medieval Town of Kalmar

Thu, 03/07/2024 - 12:00

A whopping 30,000 artifacts dating back to between 1250 and 1650 have been unearthed during excavations in medieval Kalmar, a town in southeastern Sweden.

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The Harakbut Face: Man-Made Monument or Natural Phenomenon?

Thu, 03/07/2024 - 09:04

One of the most enigmatic places on the Earth, South America has captivated researchers for centuries. At its core, the vast Amazon rainforest, an ancient and almost endless expanse of dense nature

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Beaumont Abbey: Unveiling the Home of Benedictine Nuns

Wed, 03/06/2024 - 18:34

In an ambitious archaeological endeavor, Beaumont Abbey, located in Indre-et-Loire, France, has been fully excavated, revealing layers of history dating back 800 years. 

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Tudor Intrigues and Intricacies - A Royal Guard’s Journal

Wed, 03/06/2024 - 18:14

The journal of a certain Edward Underhill offers a rare insight into the intrigues and intricacies of the Tudor court, for as a member of the monarch’s personal guard, he interacted with all the Tudor monarchs except Henry VII. 

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World’s Oldest Fermented Bread, Dated to 6,600 BC, Found at Çatalhöyük

Wed, 03/06/2024 - 16:48

During excavations two years ago at the famous ancient Anatolian city of Çatalhöyük, archaeologists uncovered a large furnace-like structure that would have been used as a communal oven.

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The Civilizations of Ancient Mesopotamia Explained (Video)

Wed, 03/06/2024 - 14:56

Ancient Mesopotamia, often referred to as the cradle of civilization, witnessed the flourishing of several remarkable cultures, including the Sumerians, Assyrians, Persians, and Babylonians.

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Paleolithic Tools Prove Hominins Were in Europe 1.4 Million Years Ago

Wed, 03/06/2024 - 11:00

After five decades of speculation about their true origin, ancient stone tools removed from the archaeological site of Korolevo in western Ukraine have been successfully dated for the first time.

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Copper Age Settlement Shows Evidence of Accidental Ritual Mercury Abuse

Wed, 03/06/2024 - 08:55

Getting high off toxic insolvents and chemicals to induce mind-altering effects, is a public health concern today. Dial back 5,000 years ago, in the Iberian Peninsula

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