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Ancient DNA Shows Genetic Link Between Egypt And Mesopotamia
Ancient DNA has revealed a genetic link between the cultures of ancient Egypt and Mesopotamia, according to research published Wednesday in the journal Nature. This finding is significant as it gives evidence of an insight hinted in earlier works.
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India To Organise Yoga Day Events In 191 Countries
India will organise thematic events and programmes in 1,300 cities across the globe to mark the International Day of Yoga on Saturday, showcasing the nation's ancient tradition and soft power.
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Is Mars Really Red? A Physicist Explains The Planet's Reddish Hue
People from cultures across the world have been looking at Mars since ancient times. Because it appears reddish, it has often been called the red planet.
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Ancient Footprints in White Sands Confirm Humans Reached America 23,000 Years Ago
Ancient footprints discovered in White Sands, New Mexico, have been confirmed to be over 23,000 years old, pushing back the timeline of human presence in the Americas by nearly 10,000 years. Radiocarbon dating of mud samples across three labs supports their authenticity, challenging long-held beliefs about the Clovis culture and reshaping early mig...
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Ancient Xiaohe Burials Uncovered: Boat Coffins, Cattle Symbols, and More
Buried in China’s Tarim Basin desert, the Bronze Age Xiaohe culture left behind boat-shaped coffins, cattle artefacts, and mysterious upright poles. Archaeologist Dr. Gino Caspari’s new analysis suggests these symbols represent a mirrored afterlife and a water-centric worldview.
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5 Fascinating Countries You'd Never Guess Have Deep Indian Roots
Whether it's through ancient trade, spiritual exchange, or migration, Indian influence has quietly shaped the societies of these far-off countries.
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Genetic Study Reveals Maya Civilization’s Collapse Was a Reorganization
A groundbreaking genetic study published in Current Biology reveals that the Maya civilization didn’t mysteriously vanish around 1,200 years ago, as once thought. By analyzing ancient genomes from Copán in western Honduras, researchers discovered strong genetic continuity from the Late Archaic era to modern Maya groups. This evidence challenges ...
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800-Year-Old Mummy Reveals Unusual Facial Tattoos Made from Rare Minerals
A newly analysed 800-year-old female mummy has surprised researchers with minimalist facial tattoos made from unusual mineral-based ink. Unlike the elaborate designs typically found in Andean mummies, this woman’s tattoos were composed of simple lines and an S-shape, made from magnetite and augite. Discovered in the Italian Museum of Anthropology...
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New Homo Erectus Fossils Reveal Ancient Migration Across Drowned Sundaland
Two Homo erectus skull fragments recovered from the seafloor near Java have rewritten the species' migration story. Once thought isolated to Java, H. erectus likely roamed the now-submerged plains of Sundaland 140,000 years ago. These ancient humans hunted turtles and large mammals and may have adopted modern hunting techniques, possibly through cu...
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MrBeast Responds To Backlash Over Ancient Mexican Temple Video: "It Saddens Me To See..."
Jimmy Donaldson, better known as MrBeast, has reacted to the controversy surrounding a vlog he recorded while visiting ancient Mayan cities in Southeastern Mexico.
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6 UNESCO World Heritage Sites In India That Are Totally Worth The Hype
Whether you're in it for the architecture, nature, or ancient art, these lesser-known UNESCO World Heritage Sites show a different side of India.
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This Country Sees Rise In 'Danger Tourism' Despite Safety Warnings
Nearly 100,000 international travellers visited Libya in the past year, drawn by its ancient Roman ruins, unique landscapes, and cultural heritage.
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2,400-Year-Old Puppets with Expressive Faces Discovered in El Salvador
Archaeologists in El Salvador have unearthed 2,400-year-old ceramic puppets with expressive faces atop a pyramid. The figurines, featuring movable heads, were likely used in public rituals to depict historical or mythical events. The discovery challenges the belief that ancient El Salvador was culturally isolated, linking its traditions to broader ...
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Ancient DNA Sheds Light on the Diverse Genetic Origins of the European Huns
A new study has analysed ancient DNA from 370 individuals buried between the fourth and sixth centuries, revealing that the European Huns were genetically diverse. While some showed direct ties to Xiongnu elites from Mongolia, most carried mixed Northeast Asian ancestry. Researchers found no evidence of a single large-scale migration but instead ob...
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Severed Skulls with Nails in Iron Age Spain Suggest Complex Ritual Practices
A study of seven severed skulls with iron nails in Iron Age Spain reveals varying cultural practices. Strontium isotope analysis determined that some skulls belonged to local individuals, while others came from distant regions. The skulls' placement indicates different purposes—ancestor veneration within homes or intimidation through public displ...
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Ancient DNA Shows Genetic Link Between Egypt And Mesopotamia
Ancient DNA has revealed a genetic link between the cultures of ancient Egypt and Mesopotamia, according to research published Wednesday in the journal Nature. This finding is significant as it gives evidence of an insight hinted in earlier works.
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India To Organise Yoga Day Events In 191 Countries
India will organise thematic events and programmes in 1,300 cities across the globe to mark the International Day of Yoga on Saturday, showcasing the nation's ancient tradition and soft power.
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Is Mars Really Red? A Physicist Explains The Planet's Reddish Hue
People from cultures across the world have been looking at Mars since ancient times. Because it appears reddish, it has often been called the red planet.
-
Ancient Footprints in White Sands Confirm Humans Reached America 23,000 Years Ago
Ancient footprints discovered in White Sands, New Mexico, have been confirmed to be over 23,000 years old, pushing back the timeline of human presence in the Americas by nearly 10,000 years. Radiocarbon dating of mud samples across three labs supports their authenticity, challenging long-held beliefs about the Clovis culture and reshaping early mig...
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Ancient Xiaohe Burials Uncovered: Boat Coffins, Cattle Symbols, and More
Buried in China’s Tarim Basin desert, the Bronze Age Xiaohe culture left behind boat-shaped coffins, cattle artefacts, and mysterious upright poles. Archaeologist Dr. Gino Caspari’s new analysis suggests these symbols represent a mirrored afterlife and a water-centric worldview.
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5 Fascinating Countries You'd Never Guess Have Deep Indian Roots
Whether it's through ancient trade, spiritual exchange, or migration, Indian influence has quietly shaped the societies of these far-off countries.
-
Genetic Study Reveals Maya Civilization’s Collapse Was a Reorganization
A groundbreaking genetic study published in Current Biology reveals that the Maya civilization didn’t mysteriously vanish around 1,200 years ago, as once thought. By analyzing ancient genomes from Copán in western Honduras, researchers discovered strong genetic continuity from the Late Archaic era to modern Maya groups. This evidence challenges ...
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800-Year-Old Mummy Reveals Unusual Facial Tattoos Made from Rare Minerals
A newly analysed 800-year-old female mummy has surprised researchers with minimalist facial tattoos made from unusual mineral-based ink. Unlike the elaborate designs typically found in Andean mummies, this woman’s tattoos were composed of simple lines and an S-shape, made from magnetite and augite. Discovered in the Italian Museum of Anthropology...
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New Homo Erectus Fossils Reveal Ancient Migration Across Drowned Sundaland
Two Homo erectus skull fragments recovered from the seafloor near Java have rewritten the species' migration story. Once thought isolated to Java, H. erectus likely roamed the now-submerged plains of Sundaland 140,000 years ago. These ancient humans hunted turtles and large mammals and may have adopted modern hunting techniques, possibly through cu...
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MrBeast Responds To Backlash Over Ancient Mexican Temple Video: "It Saddens Me To See..."
Jimmy Donaldson, better known as MrBeast, has reacted to the controversy surrounding a vlog he recorded while visiting ancient Mayan cities in Southeastern Mexico.
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6 UNESCO World Heritage Sites In India That Are Totally Worth The Hype
Whether you're in it for the architecture, nature, or ancient art, these lesser-known UNESCO World Heritage Sites show a different side of India.
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This Country Sees Rise In 'Danger Tourism' Despite Safety Warnings
Nearly 100,000 international travellers visited Libya in the past year, drawn by its ancient Roman ruins, unique landscapes, and cultural heritage.
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2,400-Year-Old Puppets with Expressive Faces Discovered in El Salvador
Archaeologists in El Salvador have unearthed 2,400-year-old ceramic puppets with expressive faces atop a pyramid. The figurines, featuring movable heads, were likely used in public rituals to depict historical or mythical events. The discovery challenges the belief that ancient El Salvador was culturally isolated, linking its traditions to broader ...
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Ancient DNA Sheds Light on the Diverse Genetic Origins of the European Huns
A new study has analysed ancient DNA from 370 individuals buried between the fourth and sixth centuries, revealing that the European Huns were genetically diverse. While some showed direct ties to Xiongnu elites from Mongolia, most carried mixed Northeast Asian ancestry. Researchers found no evidence of a single large-scale migration but instead ob...
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Severed Skulls with Nails in Iron Age Spain Suggest Complex Ritual Practices
A study of seven severed skulls with iron nails in Iron Age Spain reveals varying cultural practices. Strontium isotope analysis determined that some skulls belonged to local individuals, while others came from distant regions. The skulls' placement indicates different purposes—ancestor veneration within homes or intimidation through public displ...
