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A medieval “manga” about rats – an intriguing lesson in Japanese history.

Eric Ratt, a history professor at the University of Kansas, believes that the anonymous scroll “The Illustrated Rat Tal…

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Unknown tombs with astonishing artifacts have been discovered in Egypt.

Located just 25 kilometers from Cairo, the Saqqara necropolis holds countless secrets that researchers continue to uncover. During recent excavations, Japanese and Egyptian archaeologists stumbled upon a series of tombs…
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Archaeologists have discovered a 3,000-year-old stone star map.

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…
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In Italy, an opulent beach villa belonging to Pliny the Elder has been uncovered; it is 2000 years old.

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…
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With the aroma of nuts and toasted bread: what wine did the ancient Romans drink?

Researchers from Ghent University in Belgium and the University of Warsaw in Poland have revealed that ancient Roman wine had a slightly spicy flavor and carried aromas of toasted bread…
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Treasure Island: A temple with rare jewels has been discovered in Greece.

A team of 50 researchers has uncovered a temple on the island of Euboea, filled with precious artifacts made of gold, silver, and amber. This ancient 30-meter structure has been…
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In Italy, a tomb with rare frescoes has been uncovered, dating back 2,200 years.

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…
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In the tomb of the first queen of Egypt, wine that is 5,000 years old was discovered.

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…
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The slab with mysterious engravings is a giant treasure map.

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…
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Vlad the Impaler: the bloody tears of the real Dracula

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…
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New discoveries in Pompeii: a history preserved in lava.

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…
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Pike aspic and saffron ice cream: what knights ate.

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…
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The Scent of Eternity: Secrets of Egyptian Mummification

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…
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We were on the brink of extinction: humanity was nearly wiped out.

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,…
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The real Dracula was a vegan.

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,…
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Zoological Painting: A Scientific Book from the Stone Age

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…
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A wooden structure from the Stone Age: an incredible discovery in Zambia.

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…
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Unknown treasures of Heracleion have been discovered: the Egyptian version of Atlantis.

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…
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Viking trade routes extended to the Arctic: a study

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…
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The oldest footwear in Europe has been discovered in a Spanish cave inhabited by bats.

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…
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Redheads have been living on our planet for 10 million years.

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…
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The Theater of Nero in Rome: an exceptional discovery by archaeologists.

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…
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Climate change has contributed to the evolution of humanity.

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,…
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Jellyfish as a Reward: A New Discovery by Archaeologists

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…
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Necklace dating back 9,000 years: reconstruction of the ornament.

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.…
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Arrows and mercury: the deadly traps of the tomb of the Chinese emperor.

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…
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A rare find: a 3,000-year-old gleaming sword.

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…
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The language of Neanderthals: how did they communicate?

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…
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Lady with ivory from the Eneolithic period.

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,…
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Alexander the Great: the invincible conqueror and a tragic father

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…
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Bees on Coins: The Strange Connection Between Insects and Money

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…
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The Flavor of the Stars: The Ancestry of the New Year’s Drink

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,…
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Surprise for archaeologists: repair workers in Rome discovered an ancient statue of Hercules.

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…
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Vikings discovered America 500 years before Columbus, according to new research.

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…
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The Aroma of Tapputi: Scientists Recreated an Ancient Mesopotamian Perfume

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…
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Magellan: How Familiar Spices Contributed to Geographic Discoveries

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…
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In the center of Paris, a Gallic necropolis dating back 2000 years has been uncovered.

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…
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Stunning discovery: a large treasure of ancient Roman coins has been unearthed in Italy.

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…
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Tutankhamun: not a frail youth, but a hardened warrior.

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…
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Drunk at the wheel? A new theory on the death of Tutankhamun.

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…
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The priest and the horseman: who is buried in the mysterious sarcophagi beneath Notre-Dame Cathedral?

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…
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Tools of the ancient goldsmith: archaeologists have uncovered the mystery of the stones found near Stonehenge.

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…
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Pomegranate and gold: a rare necklace was discovered in the burial of a medieval British woman.

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…
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Military animals: spies, sappers, fighters, and kamikazes.

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,…
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Our ancient ancestors were the top predators for 2 million years.

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…
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Despite their age, older people always remember their favorite music.

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…
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Ethereal melodies resonate in the heart: how our bodies respond to different types of music.

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…
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Favorite melodies provide relief: Mr. Mosley’s self-exploration.

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…

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