In the depths of Lithuania's Lake Asveja, divers and archaeologists uncovered the remains of a medieval soldier, a discovery of profound historical significance.
Read moreSection: NewsHistory & ArchaeologyThe Habsburg Empire, a dynasty spanning nearly 600 years, wielded vast influence over central and Eastern Europe.
Read moreSection: NewsVideosHistoryFamous PeopleAt a recent auction held at Noonans Mayfair in London, a hoard of 122 Anglo-Saxon pennies, discovered near Braintree in Essex by two metal detectorists in 2019, fetched a whopping £325,560, or just over $400,000!
Read moreSection: ArtifactsOther ArtifactsNewsHistory & ArchaeologyThe Three Musketeers, immortalized in Alexandre Dumas' classic, are deeply rooted in the tumultuous political landscape of 17th-century France.
Read moreSection: NewsHuman OriginsFolkloreVideosHistoryFamous PeopleThe Bara Imambara, or “Great” Imambara of Lucknow in northern India, stands a testament to human ingenuity and compassion. Built during a devastating famine in the 18th century
Read moreSection: NewsWeird FactsA metal detecting enthusiast has found a rare gold ring, which may reveal a new, unknown princely family in Denmark, which had close connections to the European great power of the time.
Read moreSection: ArtifactsOther ArtifactsNewsHistory & ArchaeologyArchaeologists in Catalonia, northeastern Spain, have unearthed human and animal remains and ornamental objects spanning from the Neolithic to the Bronze Age.
Read moreSection: NewsHistory & ArchaeologyEvolution & Human OriginsA team of researchers from Germany and the United States recently published a study that suggests Neanderthals might have had far more creative intelligence than previously believed.
Read moreSection: NewsEvolution & Human OriginsDolls are more than just toys, they can be artifacts of ancient civilizations, offering profound insights into the lives and beliefs of bygone eras. Among the oldest are Roman dolls
Read moreSection: ArtifactsOther ArtifactsNewsVideosHistoryAncient TraditionsThe history of the Roman Empire is filled with tales of grandeur, conquests, and the rise and fall of mighty rulers. From a small city-state, it rose in power
Read moreSection: NewsHistoryFamous PeopleArchaeologists studying a unique artifact obtained from an ancient cemetery in Iran have identified it as a small cosmetics vial made from chlorite.
Read moreSection: ArtifactsOther ArtifactsNewsHistory & ArchaeologyThe Bar Kokhba Revolt of 132 AD had profound and enduring effects on Jews and Judaism. Firstly, it led to the shattering of Judaic society, with devastating consequences for Jewish communities.
Read moreSection: NewsVideosHistoryImportant EventsThe Trypillia Culture, also known as the Tripolye Culture (from Ukranian: Трипiлля, meaning “Three Fields”), represents one of the most intriguing archaeological discoveries
Read moreSection: NewsHuman OriginsAncient PlacesEuropeAhead of a new road building project in Switzerland, archaeologists excavated what they assumed was a Roman settlement. However, it was only when they discovered a series of pits
Read moreSection: ArtifactsAncient TechnologyNewsHistory & ArchaeologyA brilliant and comprehensive new study has analyzed the DNA of almost 10,000 people from ancient and pre-modern societies, and found 6 cases of Down syndrome in past or ancient human populations.
Read moreSection: NewsEvolution & Human OriginsKlosterøy is an island in southwestern Norway known for its rich cultural heritage. Here, you can find Norway's most well-preserved medieval monastery, along with other attractions.
Read moreSection: NewsHistory & ArchaeologyIn October 1492, Christopher Columbus's encounter with the Arawak-speaking natives marked a pivotal moment in history, unveiling a complex narrative of migration
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