5,000-Year-Old Mystery: Who Was Enheduanna, the World’s First Known Author?
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The oldest writing dates back more than 5,000 years, but when we ask, “Who was the first author we know…
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Babylonian Map of the World Shows How Ancient Civilizations Viewed Earth 2,500 Years Ago
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Imagine looking at a map that dates back over 2,500 years, showing how the ancient Babylonians viewed their world. The…
Buddhas of Bamiyan: Afghanistan’s Heritage Destroyed by the Taliban
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For centuries, the majestic Buddhas of Bamiyan stood as silent sentinels in the heart of Afghanistan, watching over the Bamiyan…
Using AI to Virtually Unroll Pompeii’s Ancient Scrolls
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The Vesuvius Challenge stands as a groundbreaking competition in classical studies, with the potential to spark a new Renaissance. This…
Norway’s Viking Age: A More Violent Society Than Denmark?
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For years, it was widely believed that violence levels in Viking Age societies across Scandinavia were relatively uniform. However, new…
Unveiling the Secrets of 12,000-Year-Old Karahan Tepe: The Remarkable Counterpart to Göbekli Tepe
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Göbekli Tepe, dating back approximately 12,000 years, holds the title of the world’s oldest known megalithic site. However, less known…
Neolithic Builders May Have Mastered Geometry 4,000 Years Before Euclid
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Recent research on the megalithic stone monument known as Menga, or the Dolmen of Menga, located on the Iberian Peninsula,…
Toxic Victorian-Era Books Could Poison Readers, New Research Finds
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A recent study from Lipscomb University reveals that many vibrantly colored books from the Victorian era contain toxic dyes that…
New Evidence Uncovers Advanced Technology Used by Ancient Humans to Settle Pacific Islands 55,000 Years Ago
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A groundbreaking discovery of 50,000-year-old tree resin by an international team led by archaeologist Dr. Dylan Gaffney suggests that Homo…
Archaeologists Uncover Hidden Papal Palace During Routine Excavation in Rome
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A recent routine excavation in Rome has led to an extraordinary archaeological discovery—a long-buried structure that may have once served…
7,000-Year-Old “Treasure” Discovered by Experts
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Archaeologists in Spain have uncovered a remarkable collection of artifacts dating back approximately 7,000 years, offering valuable insights into the…
Is This 12,000-Year-Old Monument the World’s Oldest Calendar?
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Göbekli Tepe is one of the most remarkable ancient sites on Earth, and it stands out not only because of…
Discovery of Ancient Maya Stone Could Unveil a Lost City
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A recent archaeological discovery in Mexico has unearthed a stone slab bearing 123 hieroglyphic symbols, potentially leading to the revelation…
Construction Worker Unearths 700-Year-Old Treasure Trove of Medieval Coins
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In a remarkable discovery this past May, construction worker Claus Völker stumbled upon a hidden stash of medieval coins while…
Ancient town discovered beneath London
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Beneath the bustling streets of central London, nestled under the iconic National Gallery, lies a secret that’s been waiting for…
Pompeii’s Silent Bodies: The Timeless Whisper of Plaster Casts
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Uncovering the layers of history often brings us face to face with the fragility and resilience of human existence. Among…
Decoding Namibia’s Ancient Rock Art
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In the expansive landscapes of modern-day Namibia, remnants of the Later Stone Age come alive through meticulously detailed rock engravings…
The Sibiu Manuscript: a 500-Year-Old Document That Mentions Multi-Stage Rockets
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Picture this: It’s the 16th century in Transylvania, and while most were busy with mundane medieval matters, one Conrad Haas…
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…
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…
Little-Known Curiosities about the Turin King List
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The Turin King List is like the guest list of an exclusive ancient Egyptian party. Dating back to the reign…
Legendary creatures of Hindu mythology
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Hindu mythology is known for its vibrant and diverse array of legendary creatures. Each creature holds symbolic meaning and serves…