Archaeologist Stunned by “Walls of Human Bones” Beneath Cathedral
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Archeologists working on Saint-Bavo’s Cathedral have been stunned by what their excavations have revealed; a wall that is entirely made…
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This is The Oldest Continuously Occupied City on Earth, Home to the Most Ancient Walls
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Standing not far from the Jordan River within the borders of Palestine, the city of Jericho challenges history. Experts indicate…
Sand Engineered to Flow Uphill
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Imagine sand flowing up a hill, defying gravity. Sounds impossible, right? But engineering researchers at Lehigh University have unveiled a…
Archaeologists Reveal One of the Largest Paleolithic Cave Art Sites in Europe
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Archaeologists have unearthed a trove of Paleolithic art at the Cova Dones site in Millares, near Valencia, Spain. This monumental…
Pentagon Debuts AARO.mil: A Unified Hub for UAP Insights and Reporting
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The U.S. Pentagon unveils its latest endeavor, AARO.mil, inviting professionals and the public alike to both report and learn about…
Why Saqqara is Ancient Egypt’s Crowning Jewel
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While the iconic Pyramids of Giza stand as eternal symbols of ancient Egyptian grandeur, capturing the imaginations of people across…
The Crypt of Civilization: Time Capsule Extraordinaire
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Who wouldn’t want to send a message to future generations, sealed with a knowing wink and a dollop of our…
Little-known Curiosities About Sacsayhuaman: More Than Just a Challenge to Pronounce
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Sacsayhuaman (pronounced like “sexy woman” if you’re feeling playful, or the more traditional “sak-say-wah-man”) is an enigmatic fortress located near…
How did the ancient Andean civilizations build without mortar?
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Have you ever wondered how did the ancient Andean civilizations (cultures) build their magnificent sites without using mortar? I have,…
Little-known Curiosities about the Wandjina Cave Paintings
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When it comes to ancient art, the Wandjina cave paintings in Northwestern Australia give “old school” a new meaning. These…
Little-Known Curiosities About the Cave Paintings of Tassili n’Ajjer
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Tucked away in the sprawling landscapes of the Sahara, the Tassili n’Ajjer plateau in southeastern Algeria is home to one…
Rome managed its water supply networks 2,000 years ago
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In a fascinating discovery, scientists have found that Rome already managed its water supply network some 2,000 years ago. The…
10 Little Known Curiosities About Viking Mythology
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While most are familiar with the popular depictions of Vikings as fierce warriors, their rich and diverse mythology often remains…
Experts Find an Ancient “Wolf-Skull” Tomb
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An excavation of a burial mound in southeastern Romania’s Dobruja region has unearthed an ancient “wolf-skull” tomb. Archaeologists propose grave…
A 3,000-Year-Old Hydraulic System Discovered in Egypt
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How advanced were ancient civilizations? Very advanced. This is according to a recent study that discovered a 3,000-year-old hydraulic system…
Dawn of Civilization: Çatalhöyük, one of the Earliest Known Cities on Earth
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Human history is a rich tapestry of innovation, discovery, and evolution. Çatalhöyük, widely recognized as the earliest known city, stands…
Apukunaq Tianan; Peru’s Adobe of the Gods
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Peru’s history is an intriguing tapestry of ancient civilizations, timeless traditions, and archaeological grandeur. Housing a plethora of UNESCO World…
Homo naledi burials with carved symbols from 300,000 years ago
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Papers recently published assert that Homo naledi, an ancient human species, made revolutionary strides in behavioral practices about 300,000 years…
Ancient Blueprints of Mega Structures Unearthed: The Oldest in Human History
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A remarkable archaeological find has unveiled the oldest known scale plans of human-made mega structures. The engravings, dating back 7,000…
Archaeologists Uncover Eight Sacrificed Bodies at a 2,000-Year-Old Mayan Pyramid
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Ancient Rituals Revealed at a 2000-Year-Old Mayan Pyramid Mexican archaeologists have found the buried remains of eight young men who…
The Million-Dollar Question: Why Did the Ancient Egyptians Build the Pyramids?
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Why Did the Ancient Egyptians Build the Pyramids? The question of why pyramids took their distinctive shape and the purpose…
Archaeologists Find Strange Pre-Hispanic Structures in Bolivia
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Archaeologists Discover 135 Hilltop Sites and Waskiri, a Unique Circular Construction Unearthing Pre-Hispanic Ritual Landscapes in Bolivia Recent archaeological research…