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Deadly "Pharaoh's Curse" Fungus Can Help Fight Cancer, New Study Finds
The researchers studied many strains of Aspergillus flavus and found that they might contain more of the chemicals.
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Ancient Tel Dan Temple Reveals Centuries-Old Phoenician Ritual Bathing Traditions
Excavations at Israel’s Tel Dan sanctuary have revealed that Phoenicians practised ritual cleansing for centuries. A bathing unit linked to priestly rites and later pilgrim use offers insight into evolving spiritual customs. New research expands our understanding of sacred traditions in the Near East, including the use of water in local religious...
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"Open Attack On Tamil Culture": MK Stalin Vs Centre Over Keezhadi Findings
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin's response came after the Centre returned the Keezhadi excavation findings, citing the need for further evidence.
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796 Babies Buried Under Shelter Home For Unmarried, Pregnant Women
Unmarried pregnant women were sent to Bon Secours Home run by a group of Catholic nuns, who used to take care of both the children and the mothers.
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Huge 2,000-Year-Old Leather Shoe Unearthed Near Roman Fort: "Promising For Future Excavations"
The researchers found pottery and other smaller items, but three 2,000-year-old leather shoes, which were still intact, surprised them.
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1,500-Year-Old Madaba Mosaic Map Helps Archaeologists Find Lost City Of Tharais In Jordan
Recognised as the oldest surviving cartographic depiction of the Holy Lands, the Madaba Mosaic Map was crafted during the reign of Emperor Justinian.
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TBM ‘Shakti’: The Tech Behind India’s Longest Railway Tunnel Between Rishikesh and Karnaprayag
India’s longest railway tunnel is currently being constructed deep in the Himalayan mountains. Dubbed Tunnel No. 8 or T-8, it will be a 14.57km tunnel between Rishikesh and Karnaprayag, and connect Devprayag and Janasu in Uttarakhand. While the length of the tunnel in itself is a major engineering achievement, the technology that went into the ex...
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NASA’s RASSOR Robot Digs Deep into Moon Mining Future with Successful Test
NASA’s RASSOR robot recently underwent testing at Kennedy Space Center, successfully excavating simulated lunar soil with its unique counterrotating drums. This trial validates RASSOR’s traction and digging capabilities, paving the way for IPEx—the next-gen, autonomous excavator designed to harvest Moon resources like oxygen and water. The te...
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This Couple Excavated A 145-Year-Old Home. What They Found Horrified Them
A millennial couple purchased a 145-year-old property in the United Kingdom and were petrified by what they discovered underneath it.
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New Study eries Reveal Ancient Egyptian Fortress Once Lined with 500 Trees
Recent excavations in Egypt’s Sinai Desert have revealed surprising new details about a 2,000-year-old fortress at Tell Abu Saifi. Archaeologists found 500 trees were planted in clay circles along a road leading to its entrance, deep moats for defense, and paved roads used by military units. The discoveries suggest advanced landscaping and milita...
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Archaeologists May Have Found 2,100-Year-Old Roman Canal Built by Gaius Marius in Southern France
Archaeologists in France may have located a lost Roman canal built during the Cimbrian Wars. The Marius Canal, ordered by Gaius Marius, was a crucial supply route for Roman troops fighting the Cimbri and Teutones between 104 and 102 B.C. Researchers have identified structures in the Rhône River delta matching Roman engineering standards, including...
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"Fascinating Discovery": Archaeologists Find Over 110 Megaliths In Kerala. See Pics
In a surprising development, a huge number of megalithic structures have been discovered during a recent archaeological excavation conducted near the Malampuzha dam in Palakkad, Kerala.
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8 Trapped In Telangana Tunnel For 72 Hours, Excavation Halts Due To Sludge
Eight people were trapped when a section of a tunnel in Telangana's Nagarkurnool district collapsed on Saturday morning.
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5,000-Year-Old Spanish Fortress Reveals Roman-Era Burial with Dagger
A 5,000-year-old fortress in Spain has revealed an unexpected Roman-era burial. The remains of a man, aged between 25 and 35, were found with a military dagger, suggesting he may have been a soldier. The site had been abandoned for over 2,500 years, leaving archaeologists puzzled over why he was buried there. Experts believe he could have been a de...
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Roman-Era Cemetery in Cambridgeshire Reveals Rare Gypsum Burial and Artefacts
A Roman-era cemetery unearthed in Cambridgeshire features a rare gypsum burial encasing an elite individual in a stone coffin. The gypsum preserved impressions of clothing fabric, providing rare insights into Roman burial practices. Discovered during highway expansion excavations, the site also includes 21 graves with varying burial types and notab...
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Deadly "Pharaoh's Curse" Fungus Can Help Fight Cancer, New Study Finds
The researchers studied many strains of Aspergillus flavus and found that they might contain more of the chemicals.
-
Ancient Tel Dan Temple Reveals Centuries-Old Phoenician Ritual Bathing Traditions
Excavations at Israel’s Tel Dan sanctuary have revealed that Phoenicians practised ritual cleansing for centuries. A bathing unit linked to priestly rites and later pilgrim use offers insight into evolving spiritual customs. New research expands our understanding of sacred traditions in the Near East, including the use of water in local religious...
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"Open Attack On Tamil Culture": MK Stalin Vs Centre Over Keezhadi Findings
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin's response came after the Centre returned the Keezhadi excavation findings, citing the need for further evidence.
-
796 Babies Buried Under Shelter Home For Unmarried, Pregnant Women
Unmarried pregnant women were sent to Bon Secours Home run by a group of Catholic nuns, who used to take care of both the children and the mothers.
-
Huge 2,000-Year-Old Leather Shoe Unearthed Near Roman Fort: "Promising For Future Excavations"
The researchers found pottery and other smaller items, but three 2,000-year-old leather shoes, which were still intact, surprised them.
-
1,500-Year-Old Madaba Mosaic Map Helps Archaeologists Find Lost City Of Tharais In Jordan
Recognised as the oldest surviving cartographic depiction of the Holy Lands, the Madaba Mosaic Map was crafted during the reign of Emperor Justinian.
-
TBM ‘Shakti’: The Tech Behind India’s Longest Railway Tunnel Between Rishikesh and Karnaprayag
India’s longest railway tunnel is currently being constructed deep in the Himalayan mountains. Dubbed Tunnel No. 8 or T-8, it will be a 14.57km tunnel between Rishikesh and Karnaprayag, and connect Devprayag and Janasu in Uttarakhand. While the length of the tunnel in itself is a major engineering achievement, the technology that went into the ex...
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NASA’s RASSOR Robot Digs Deep into Moon Mining Future with Successful Test
NASA’s RASSOR robot recently underwent testing at Kennedy Space Center, successfully excavating simulated lunar soil with its unique counterrotating drums. This trial validates RASSOR’s traction and digging capabilities, paving the way for IPEx—the next-gen, autonomous excavator designed to harvest Moon resources like oxygen and water. The te...
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This Couple Excavated A 145-Year-Old Home. What They Found Horrified Them
A millennial couple purchased a 145-year-old property in the United Kingdom and were petrified by what they discovered underneath it.
-
New Study eries Reveal Ancient Egyptian Fortress Once Lined with 500 Trees
Recent excavations in Egypt’s Sinai Desert have revealed surprising new details about a 2,000-year-old fortress at Tell Abu Saifi. Archaeologists found 500 trees were planted in clay circles along a road leading to its entrance, deep moats for defense, and paved roads used by military units. The discoveries suggest advanced landscaping and milita...
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Archaeologists May Have Found 2,100-Year-Old Roman Canal Built by Gaius Marius in Southern France
Archaeologists in France may have located a lost Roman canal built during the Cimbrian Wars. The Marius Canal, ordered by Gaius Marius, was a crucial supply route for Roman troops fighting the Cimbri and Teutones between 104 and 102 B.C. Researchers have identified structures in the Rhône River delta matching Roman engineering standards, including...
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"Fascinating Discovery": Archaeologists Find Over 110 Megaliths In Kerala. See Pics
In a surprising development, a huge number of megalithic structures have been discovered during a recent archaeological excavation conducted near the Malampuzha dam in Palakkad, Kerala.
-
8 Trapped In Telangana Tunnel For 72 Hours, Excavation Halts Due To Sludge
Eight people were trapped when a section of a tunnel in Telangana's Nagarkurnool district collapsed on Saturday morning.
-
5,000-Year-Old Spanish Fortress Reveals Roman-Era Burial with Dagger
A 5,000-year-old fortress in Spain has revealed an unexpected Roman-era burial. The remains of a man, aged between 25 and 35, were found with a military dagger, suggesting he may have been a soldier. The site had been abandoned for over 2,500 years, leaving archaeologists puzzled over why he was buried there. Experts believe he could have been a de...
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Roman-Era Cemetery in Cambridgeshire Reveals Rare Gypsum Burial and Artefacts
A Roman-era cemetery unearthed in Cambridgeshire features a rare gypsum burial encasing an elite individual in a stone coffin. The gypsum preserved impressions of clothing fabric, providing rare insights into Roman burial practices. Discovered during highway expansion excavations, the site also includes 21 graves with varying burial types and notab...
