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In northeastern Italy, researchers have uncovered a stone artifact marked with traces of chiseling that may represent a star map. This ancient tool likely helped determine the timing of agricultural…
The discovery is located 15 kilometers from Naples, in the Campania region. Builders constructing a children’s playground and recreational area were the first to stumble upon the ruins of a…
Researchers from the University of Alcalá and the Autonomous University of Barcelona have shed light on a discovery that dates back to the 19th century. They confirmed that this pair…
Natural redheads are quite rare these days, with only about two percent of the world’s population sporting red hair. However, researchers say that this hair color has existed on our…
In honor of this three-headed guardian dog, archaeologists have named their discovery the “Tomb of Cerberus.” The sealed burial site was found in the town of Giugliano in Campania, located…
Austrian and German archaeologists have explored the burial complex of Meret-Neit, located in Abydos, in the central part of Egypt. According to researchers, the queen ruled Ancient Egypt around 3000…
In 2021, the so-called Saint-Belec slab was recognized as the oldest map of Europe, dating back 4,000 years. This stone features an intriguing engraving that has puzzled historians for over…
It is believed that the inspiration for the literary figure of Dracula came from a real historical person – the Romanian prince Vlad the Impaler. Experts now say that this…
The ancient Roman city of Pompeii, preserved under volcanic lava, continues to astonish archaeologists with new discoveries that provide a captivating glimpse into the lives of its inhabitants. Recently, researchers…
Mr. Bohdan Halonzka wakes up early. He quickly gets dressed, drinks his coffee, hurriedly checks the news on his smartphone, and rushes off to work. After all, he has a…
Scientists have successfully recreated the scent of the embalming fluid used in ancient Egypt for mummification, a liquid that played a crucial role in preserving mummies. Dubbed the “fragrance of…
Scientists have repeatedly warned that climate change could wipe out humanity on Earth. Now, there is compelling evidence that this has happened before, nearly 900,000 years ago. At that time,…
Nothing conjures up images of a “bloodthirsty vampire” quite like the name Dracula. However, expert analysis suggests that Vlad the Impaler—the man who inspired this character—was actually a vegan. Brutal,…
Over 400 tracks from various animal species have been identified in remarkable detail for the first time. Researchers enlisted a trio of experienced local trackers to help unravel the mystery…
Archaeologists have uncovered what may be the oldest example of woodworking, created nearly half a million years ago. This remarkable find provides clear evidence that ancient Stone Age humans began…
The sunken Egyptian city of Heracleion, which disappeared into the Mediterranean Sea over a thousand years ago, is often linked to the legend of Atlantis. Among the recent discoveries shared…
Vikings were not only notorious raiders and seafarers who discovered America 500 years before Columbus, but they were also traders. Between the 8th and 11th centuries, they established extensive trade…
Alexander the Great is one of the most remarkable military leaders in history, known for his conquests that brought down powerful civilizations like the Persian Empire and Ancient Egypt. He…
In 2022, Australia released a two-dollar coin featuring images of honeybees. This concept echoes a similar idea from around 2400 years ago in the Kingdom of Macedon, where a silver…
In a recent excavation in Rome, just a few meters from the Vatican, archaeologists uncovered the ruins of a private theater from the 1st century, once owned by the Roman…
A new study has revealed that climate change may have driven evolution by endowing our ancient ancestors with larger brains. The challenges of the Ice Age tested early humans’ ingenuity,…
Archaeologists have uncovered a rather unusual ancient award while exploring an area in England that once marked the northern edge of the Roman Empire. It was during excavations of an…
During excavations in Jordan, archaeologists uncovered a child’s grave containing a remarkable necklace that has since disintegrated into thousands of beads. According to researchers, this burial dates back 9,000 years.…
The mausoleum of Qin Shi Huang, the first emperor of China, was discovered back in 1974. It was here that the legendary Terracotta Army was unearthed. However, the 2,200-year-old tomb…
During excavations in the small town of Nordlingen in southern Germany, archaeologists uncovered an astonishing piece of ancient weaponry. An incredibly rare Bronze Age sword has left even experts in…
Neanderthals, it seems, got along well enough to mate with one another. However, the level of conversation that preceded romances among these hominins remains a matter of considerable ambiguity. The…
In 2008, near Seville, Spain, archaeologists uncovered a Copper Age burial site that astonished them with its wealth of artifacts. The ancient grave contained a rare ivory tusk, high-quality flint,…
During restoration work at Notre-Dame Cathedral, which was nearly destroyed by a fire three years ago, archaeologists uncovered two lead coffins buried beneath the nave of the cathedral for several…
The countdown to the New Year traditionally begins with a festive glass filled with bubbling champagne. Sparkling wine has become a symbol of joy, celebration, romance, and a successful start,…
Hercules is a legendary hero from ancient Roman mythology, derived from the Greek hero Heracles. For centuries, his marble statue lay buried deep beneath the Appian Way Park (Parco Archeologico…
For a long time, it was believed that Christopher Columbus was the first to discover America, having reached its shores in 1492. However, in the 1960s, researchers stumbled upon a…
Turkish researchers have uncovered the formula for an ancient Mesopotamian perfume during excavations in Ashur, the capital of ancient Assyria, located in modern-day Iraq. In the second millennium BCE, the…
Those who are interested in the history of circumnavigation know well who Ferdinand Magellan is. This Portuguese navigator and explorer, who dreamed of the ocean from a young age, entered…
The team from the French National Institute for Preventive Archaeological Research (INRAP) has uncovered around 50 tombs dating back to the 1st to 4th centuries AD. Researchers were already aware…
Researchers are now sharing various theories about the origins of the treasure trove of silver denarii. It was discovered by an explorer from the Livorno archaeological group during an expedition…
According to legends, the pharaoh of Ancient Egypt from the 18th dynasty of the New Kingdom, who ruled around 1332-1323 B.C., was not the frail boy-king he is often portrayed…
Tutankhamun is one of the most famous pharaohs of Ancient Egypt. He ruled 3,000 years ago, ascending to the throne at the age of 9 or 10 and dying at…
The stones discovered near Stonehenge over 200 years ago are nothing more than a set of tools for working with gold. This conclusion was reached by British archaeologists who re-examined…
Experts have dated the necklace to between 630 and 670 AD. A team of researchers from the Museum of London Archaeology (MOLA) discovered this early medieval artifact during excavations in…
The famous dog Patron is not the only four-legged hero in the ongoing human conflict. Throughout history, various cultures have enlisted the help of dogs, horses, camels, and even elephants,…
For nearly two million years, our early human ancestors and members of Homo sapiens turned their backs on a vegan diet, opting instead for a meat-based one. This choice allowed…
A team of researchers from Memorial University of Newfoundland (St. John’s, Canada) has reached this conclusion. Typically, aging takes a toll on memory. Names, events, and timelines can become somewhat…
When we hear an amazing, unpredictable musical composition, its chords resonate in our hearts. But if the melody is predictable, it tends to hit us in the gut. According to…
People love music because it touches the strings of the soul. Recently, however, it has increasingly been discussed as an effective pain reliever. Renowned British dietitian and television presenter Michael…
A new study from the University of Montreal (Canada) has revealed that listening to your favorite music can reduce the sensation of physical pain. The emotions evoked by so-called “bittersweet”…
The creative and life story of this remarkable woman, strangely enough, has yet to be adapted into a film. However, it certainly deserves to be brought to the screen. The…
Born in London, he has, without exaggeration, become a treasure for the entire planet. His avant-garde jewelry, sometimes referred to as sculptural, transcends geography and time. So, it’s no surprise…
Yves Saint Laurent was born on August 1, 1936, in Oran, Algeria. He might as well have been born a girl: slender and with delicate features, Yves was far removed…