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Archaeologists Discover Ancient Artifacts in Iraq, Unlocking Secrets of Mesopotamia
Artefacts unearthed at Kurd Qaburstan in Iraq, including clay tablets, a game board, and monumental remains, are offering significant insights into Mesopotamian history. Researchers, led by Tiffany Earley-Spadoni from the University of Central Florida, are uncovering details about the daily lives, literacy, and social structures of this Middle Bron...
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2,300-Year-Old Dwarf Statuette from Alexandria Reveals Ptolemaic Art Insights
A 2,300-year-old marble statuette, discovered in Alexandria, Egypt, offers a rare insight into how dwarves were viewed during the Ptolemaic period. Blending Greek and Egyptian artistic traditions, the 4-inch figure portrays a muscular dwarf in motion. This cultural integration highlights the respect for dwarves in Egyptian society, associated with ...
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New DNA Analysis Sheds Light on Post-Roman Migration and Anglo-Saxon Influence in Britain
A groundbreaking DNA technique, known as Twigstats, is helping to unlock new insights into Britain's history. Researchers are studying human remains to understand the migration and interactions of populations after the Romans left. This innovative method is already shedding light on significant periods such as the Anglo-Saxon invasion and Viking ex...
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Genetic Analysis Reveals Family Sacrifices in 1,500-Year-Old Moche Tomb in Peru
A genetic study of a 1,500-year-old Moche tomb in Peru has revealed a unique sacrificial ritual involving family members. Two teenagers, one a boy sacrificed to his father and a girl to her aunt, were found buried alongside high-status individuals in a tomb at the Huaca Cao Viejo temple. This discovery, reported in PNAS, challenges previous assumpt...
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2,500-Year-Old Rare Bronze Age Sword with Iron Rivets Unearthed in Danish Bog
A rare Bronze Age sword, bent into an S-shape, was recently discovered in a Danish bog near Veksø. Estimated to be 2,500 years old, the sword is believed to have been part of a ritual sacrifice. Alongside the sword, a bronze neck ring and other artefacts were uncovered. Archaeologists believe this sword marks an important shift between the Bronze ...
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New Study Links Ancient Mega Settlements with Modern Human Development
Researchers at Kiel University have introduced a groundbreaking method linking ancient settlements to the Human Development Index. Published in Open Archaeology, the study examines the Cucuteni-Trypillia culture (5050-2950 BCE) in modern-day Romania, Moldova, and Ukraine. These 320-hectare societies displayed advanced equality and innovation, with ...
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Neolithic Stone Circles Discovered in England Could Solve the Stonehenge Mystery: Report
Two Neolithic stone circles were recently discovered on Dartmoor, England. Alan Endacott, archaeologist, suggests these sites, one named Metheral and the other Irishman’s Wall, were part of a 5-mile ceremonial arc from 5,000 years ago. The findings highlight the cultural and spiritual significance of Dartmoor's uplands in prehistoric times. Simil...
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Ancient 2,600-Year-Old Inscription in Turkey Finally Decoded: Here's What it Means?
An ancient inscription from Turkey, dating back 2,600 years, has been deciphered, revealing the name of the Phrygian goddess Materan. The inscription, located at the Arslan Kaya monument, depicts the goddess, referred to as the "Mother of the Gods." The monument, heavily damaged over time, had puzzled scholars for centuries. With the recent breakth...
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El Ojo: Everything You Need to Know About the Mysterious Floating Island in Argentina’s Swamps
El Ojo, a perfectly round floating island in Argentina’s Paraná Delta, is both a natural wonder and a source of local legend. Believed to have formed due to erosion and water currents, the island is shrouded in mystery. Some locals associate it with ancient deities or UFO activity, though no evidence supports these claims. The island’s symmetr...
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Astrophotographer Captures Milky Way Over Easter Island's Moai During Eclipse
Astrophotographer Josh Dury captured the vibrant Milky Way over Easter Island’s ancient Moai statues during his trip to witness an annular eclipse. His photograph, titled Aringa Ora O Te Tupuna, pays homage to the island’s ancestral legacy and culture. Recognised by NASA as an Astronomy Photo of the Day, this image highlights the island's dark ...
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Pompeii DNA Study Reveals Surprising Ancestry and Uncovers New Insights on Family and Gender Assumptions
Recent DNA findings from Pompeii reveal complex ancestry and social diversity, challenging earlier assumptions about family structures and cultural roles in the ancient city. Analysing skeletal remains has shown that some groups presumed to be family members were not biologically related, while traditional gender roles were also re-evaluated. This ...
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Skeleton in Found Belgium Contains Bones from Five People Across 2,500 Years of History
A skeleton found in Pommerœul, Belgium, shocked archaeologists when they discovered that it contained bones from at least five people, spanning from the Neolithic era to the Roman period. The bones were carefully arranged, possibly by the Romans who may have disturbed a Neolithic grave. DNA analysis and radiocarbon dating have confirmed the bones...
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Artificial Intelligence Uncovers 300 New Nazca Lines, Including 'Knife-Wielding Orca'
It took nearly a century to discover a total of 430 figurative Nazca geoglyphs, which offer significant insights into the ancient cultures at the Nazca Pampa.
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Did Gladiators Really Fight to the Death? Here's What You Need to Know
The concept of gladiators in ancient Rome often suggests that they routinely fought to the death, but historical insights reveal a more nuanced reality. While some matches did end fatally, particularly in earlier periods, reforms instituted around 27 B.C. reduced the overall mortality rate significantly. Gladiators could surrender, and only about o...
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Primitive Humans in Scandinavia Used Boats Made Up of Animal Skins in 3500 BC, Study Suggests
A new study suggests that people from the Pitted Ware Culture (PWC) in ancient Scandinavia likely built boats from animal skins, possibly seal hides, to fish, hunt, and trade. The PWC was a Neolithic group of hunter-gatherers who lived between 3500 and 2300 B.C. in regions near the Baltic and North Seas.
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Archaeologists Discover Ancient Artifacts in Iraq, Unlocking Secrets of Mesopotamia
Artefacts unearthed at Kurd Qaburstan in Iraq, including clay tablets, a game board, and monumental remains, are offering significant insights into Mesopotamian history. Researchers, led by Tiffany Earley-Spadoni from the University of Central Florida, are uncovering details about the daily lives, literacy, and social structures of this Middle Bron...
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2,300-Year-Old Dwarf Statuette from Alexandria Reveals Ptolemaic Art Insights
A 2,300-year-old marble statuette, discovered in Alexandria, Egypt, offers a rare insight into how dwarves were viewed during the Ptolemaic period. Blending Greek and Egyptian artistic traditions, the 4-inch figure portrays a muscular dwarf in motion. This cultural integration highlights the respect for dwarves in Egyptian society, associated with ...
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New DNA Analysis Sheds Light on Post-Roman Migration and Anglo-Saxon Influence in Britain
A groundbreaking DNA technique, known as Twigstats, is helping to unlock new insights into Britain's history. Researchers are studying human remains to understand the migration and interactions of populations after the Romans left. This innovative method is already shedding light on significant periods such as the Anglo-Saxon invasion and Viking ex...
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Genetic Analysis Reveals Family Sacrifices in 1,500-Year-Old Moche Tomb in Peru
A genetic study of a 1,500-year-old Moche tomb in Peru has revealed a unique sacrificial ritual involving family members. Two teenagers, one a boy sacrificed to his father and a girl to her aunt, were found buried alongside high-status individuals in a tomb at the Huaca Cao Viejo temple. This discovery, reported in PNAS, challenges previous assumpt...
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2,500-Year-Old Rare Bronze Age Sword with Iron Rivets Unearthed in Danish Bog
A rare Bronze Age sword, bent into an S-shape, was recently discovered in a Danish bog near Veksø. Estimated to be 2,500 years old, the sword is believed to have been part of a ritual sacrifice. Alongside the sword, a bronze neck ring and other artefacts were uncovered. Archaeologists believe this sword marks an important shift between the Bronze ...
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New Study Links Ancient Mega Settlements with Modern Human Development
Researchers at Kiel University have introduced a groundbreaking method linking ancient settlements to the Human Development Index. Published in Open Archaeology, the study examines the Cucuteni-Trypillia culture (5050-2950 BCE) in modern-day Romania, Moldova, and Ukraine. These 320-hectare societies displayed advanced equality and innovation, with ...
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Neolithic Stone Circles Discovered in England Could Solve the Stonehenge Mystery: Report
Two Neolithic stone circles were recently discovered on Dartmoor, England. Alan Endacott, archaeologist, suggests these sites, one named Metheral and the other Irishman’s Wall, were part of a 5-mile ceremonial arc from 5,000 years ago. The findings highlight the cultural and spiritual significance of Dartmoor's uplands in prehistoric times. Simil...
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Ancient 2,600-Year-Old Inscription in Turkey Finally Decoded: Here's What it Means?
An ancient inscription from Turkey, dating back 2,600 years, has been deciphered, revealing the name of the Phrygian goddess Materan. The inscription, located at the Arslan Kaya monument, depicts the goddess, referred to as the "Mother of the Gods." The monument, heavily damaged over time, had puzzled scholars for centuries. With the recent breakth...
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El Ojo: Everything You Need to Know About the Mysterious Floating Island in Argentina’s Swamps
El Ojo, a perfectly round floating island in Argentina’s Paraná Delta, is both a natural wonder and a source of local legend. Believed to have formed due to erosion and water currents, the island is shrouded in mystery. Some locals associate it with ancient deities or UFO activity, though no evidence supports these claims. The island’s symmetr...
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Astrophotographer Captures Milky Way Over Easter Island's Moai During Eclipse
Astrophotographer Josh Dury captured the vibrant Milky Way over Easter Island’s ancient Moai statues during his trip to witness an annular eclipse. His photograph, titled Aringa Ora O Te Tupuna, pays homage to the island’s ancestral legacy and culture. Recognised by NASA as an Astronomy Photo of the Day, this image highlights the island's dark ...
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Pompeii DNA Study Reveals Surprising Ancestry and Uncovers New Insights on Family and Gender Assumptions
Recent DNA findings from Pompeii reveal complex ancestry and social diversity, challenging earlier assumptions about family structures and cultural roles in the ancient city. Analysing skeletal remains has shown that some groups presumed to be family members were not biologically related, while traditional gender roles were also re-evaluated. This ...
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Skeleton in Found Belgium Contains Bones from Five People Across 2,500 Years of History
A skeleton found in Pommerœul, Belgium, shocked archaeologists when they discovered that it contained bones from at least five people, spanning from the Neolithic era to the Roman period. The bones were carefully arranged, possibly by the Romans who may have disturbed a Neolithic grave. DNA analysis and radiocarbon dating have confirmed the bones...
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Artificial Intelligence Uncovers 300 New Nazca Lines, Including 'Knife-Wielding Orca'
It took nearly a century to discover a total of 430 figurative Nazca geoglyphs, which offer significant insights into the ancient cultures at the Nazca Pampa.
-
Did Gladiators Really Fight to the Death? Here's What You Need to Know
The concept of gladiators in ancient Rome often suggests that they routinely fought to the death, but historical insights reveal a more nuanced reality. While some matches did end fatally, particularly in earlier periods, reforms instituted around 27 B.C. reduced the overall mortality rate significantly. Gladiators could surrender, and only about o...
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Primitive Humans in Scandinavia Used Boats Made Up of Animal Skins in 3500 BC, Study Suggests
A new study suggests that people from the Pitted Ware Culture (PWC) in ancient Scandinavia likely built boats from animal skins, possibly seal hides, to fish, hunt, and trade. The PWC was a Neolithic group of hunter-gatherers who lived between 3500 and 2300 B.C. in regions near the Baltic and North Seas.
