Deep within the weather-sculpted expanse of the Gobi desert, nestled amid the rugged ridges of the Arts Bogdyn Nuruu massif,…
Category: Archaeology
Fire and Soil Changes May Have Sparked the Birth of Farming
In the long saga of human history, few moments rival the impact of the Neolithic Revolution—the pivotal transformation from a…
New Research Suggests Pagan Cults Endured in Thetford Until Fifth Century
In the rich and varied tapestry of Britain’s Roman history, the discovery of the Thetford treasure remains one of the…
Ancient Drought Uncovered as Trigger Behind Roman Britain’s Collapse
In the summer of 367 CE, the Roman province of Britain was besieged on all sides. It was not just…
Ancient Purple Dye Factory Unearthed in Israel
Along the serene shores of modern-day Haifa, beneath the sun-soaked soil of what was once a humble fishing village, a…
Ancient Bones Reveal Rituals of Prehistoric South Texas Peoples
In the sun-scorched lands of prehistoric South Texas, where the winds whisper across dry plains and coastal marshes, echoes of…
Environmental Turbulence Shaped the Evolution of Human Cooperation
In a fascinating twist to the story of human evolution, scientists at the University of Tsukuba have revealed that chaos…
Rethinking Inequality: What 10,000 Years of House Sizes Reveal About Human History
For centuries, scholars, economists, and historians have debated the nature of inequality. Is it inevitable? Does it always rise with…
New Evidence Reveals Ibo Island’s Pivotal Role in Early Indian Ocean Trade
The history of global trade is a complex tapestry woven through millennia, and few trade routes are as rich and…
Archaeological Study Uncovers Long History of Housing as a Marker of Economic Inequality
The concept of inequality is a pressing issue that continues to shape societies today, and a deeper understanding of its…
Hunter-Gatherers Colonized Malta 8,500 Years Ago, Study Finds
For centuries, the prevailing narrative of Mediterranean prehistory painted a clear picture: the first humans to reach its remote islands,…
400,000-Year-Old Ivory Tools Discovered in Ukraine
For decades, archaeologists believed that the use of ivory as a raw material for tools was a relatively recent innovation…
5,000-Year-Old Cymbals Illuminate Bronze Age Music and Trade
In a groundbreaking discovery that strikes a resonant chord through time, archaeologists have unearthed a pair of copper alloy cymbals…
Whispers in Stone: The Buried Altar of Tikal and the Shadow of Teotihuacan
By the time the sun had climbed high over the Guatemalan jungle, the quiet pulse of ancient stone had already…
Ancient Skis Unearth Prehistoric Survival Secrets in Norway
In the heart of the majestic Norwegian mountains, a discovery of ancient skis is offering scientists an unexpected window into…
The Codex of Türi: Unraveling the Secrets of Estonia’s Oldest Dated Manuscript
Estonia’s rich cultural heritage is full of fascinating stories that offer a glimpse into the past. Among the most intriguing…
Ancient DNA Reveals Identity of “Well-man” from Sverris Saga
In the heart of Norway, beneath the windswept landscape of Trondheim, lies the site of Sverresborg Castle, a medieval stronghold…
Neanderthal and Homo sapiens Burial Practices: Commonalities and Divergences in the Levant
The burial practices of early human ancestors have long fascinated archaeologists and anthropologists, offering crucial insights into the cultural and…
Was the Ottoman Empire Truly Tolerant? Surveillance in a Multicultural Realm
At first glance, the Ottoman Empire’s practices from the early 19th century might seem startlingly familiar to the realities of…
Human Interactions, Not Just Climate, Drove the Agricultural Revolution
The story of human civilization’s evolution is a tale of monumental transformations. One of the most pivotal moments in this…
The Child Mediators: Unraveling the Mystery of Prehistoric Cave Art
For centuries, the enigmatic art found in deep, shadowy caves has captivated scholars and researchers, offering a glimpse into the…
7,000-Year-Old DNA Unveils Secrets of North Africa’s Past
A groundbreaking study led by an international team of researchers from the Max Planck Institute for Evolutionary Anthropology in Leipzig,…