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1 month ago

Atlantis is finally FOUND, claims archaeologist... and he's got video

An archaeologist claims to have found Atlantis off the coast of Cádiz, Spain, supported by underwater footage and extensive research.

History

1 month ago

Lost temple found in mountains reveals secrets of civilization

Archaeologists have uncovered a 1,000-year-old Tiwanaku temple in Bolivia, highlighting its historical significance as a strategic trade hub.

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Smithsonian's National Museum of Asian Art and Saudi Arabia strike deal to collaborate on exhibitions, conservation and more

Smithsonian collaborates with Saudi Arabia to promote cultural exchange and preservation of ancient Dadan site.

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London politics

How Civilizations Built on Top of Each Other: Discover What Lies Beneath Rome, Troy & Other Cities

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US news

14 archeological sites in the US that changed what we know about the earliest Americans

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London

Archaeologists discover 'unique find' that may lead to ruins of ancient, long-lost civilization

London

New discovery at Biblical site where David battled Goliath

Arts

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5 months ago

Ancient puppets that smile or scowl hint at shared rituals

Clay figurines discovered atop a pyramid in El Salvador may have been significant in public ceremonies.

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Archaeologists uncover a Roman 'service station' in Gloucester

Archaeologists have uncovered a Roman 'service station' near Cheltenham, showcasing the origins of roadside rest areas in Europe.

London politics

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How Civilizations Built on Top of Each Other: Discover What Lies Beneath Rome, Troy & Other Cities

Lost ancient cities often exist underground, revealing layered histories as civilizations build upon one another.

Archaeological digs reveal how urban environments have been repeatedly rebuilt over time due to disasters.

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US news

14 archeological sites in the US that changed what we know about the earliest Americans

London

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Archaeologists discover 'unique find' that may lead to ruins of ancient, long-lost civilization

Archaeologists have likely discovered the lost capital of Lyncus, a crucial city in the history of Ancient Macedonia.

London

New discovery at Biblical site where David battled Goliath

A toddler discovered a rare 3,800-year-old scarab amulet while hiking in Israel, highlighting the significance of archaeology in understanding ancient civilizations.

Arts

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5 months ago

Ancient puppets that smile or scowl hint at shared rituals

Clay figurines discovered atop a pyramid in El Salvador may have been significant in public ceremonies.

Miscellaneous

Archaeologists uncover a Roman 'service station' in Gloucester

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'Sacred' pyramid in Amazon rainforest may be tallest ancient structure

Scientists believe the giant hill known as Cerro El Cono is just a geological oddity, but local Indigenous tribes see it as a sacred spirit.

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Cornish tin was sold all over Europe 3,000 years ago, say archaeologists

The identification of the trade network radically transforms our understanding of bronze age Britain's place in the wider world, indicating their significant role in the Mediterranean.

UK news

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What Was The First Candy In History? The Ancient Origins Unraveled - Tasting Table

Historians point to a Mesolithic painting in a rock cave in Spain, dated back over 8,000 years, depicting foragers collecting honeycombs from a bees' nest.

Food & drink

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Mysterious liquid found under 'gateway to the underworld' in Mexico

The recent discovery of liquid mercury pools in Teotihuacan's Pyramid reveals new theories surrounding its ancient purpose, possibly connecting to supernatural rituals or advanced technology.

Alternative medicine

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The Case for Space-Based Internet Is Trickier Than It Looks | HackerNoon

Ancient civilizations offer valuable lessons for creating decentralized technology such as satellite networks.

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OMG science

New Egyptian Giza pyramid bombshell 'reshapes history'

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Mysterious 'complex' near Egypt's Great Pyramid spotted on Google Maps

OMG science

New Egyptian Giza pyramid bombshell 'reshapes history'

A newly proposed age for the Giza pyramids suggests they may be 38,000 years old, reshaping our understanding of ancient civilizations.

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Mysterious 'complex' near Egypt's Great Pyramid spotted on Google Maps

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Two mummies reveal a human lineage lived in isolation in the Green Sahara 7,000 years ago

The Sahara was once a green landscape that supported diverse human life, as confirmed by genetic data from ancient remains.

History

Views of the Afterlife in Roman Tombstone Inscriptions

Ancient societies universally believed in an afterlife, evolving from a collective Hades to distinct realms for the virtuous and wicked.

Shocking new claim about age of structures under Egypt's Giza Pyramid

Claims of a vast underground city in Egypt challenge established timelines of human history, though experts deem such assertions highly questionable.

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Ceramics reveal the boundaries of Western Europe's first state

"Pottery in the Bronze Age was as ubiquitous as plastic today; it served multiple functions for the Argaric people, from storage to burial practices."

Arts

Europe news

5 months ago

Incredible map reveals how white skin evolved in Europe

Darker skin tones were predominant in Europe for 96% of its history, with light complexions being a recent development.

OMG science

fromNature

Asteroid Bennu contains building blocks of life

Bennu's organic compounds suggest key insights into the origins of life and solar system chemistry.

Maize agriculture may have enabled the development of a complex ancient civilization in South America.

The DeepSeek AI model has generated excitement and concerns about globalization in AI technology.