Beneath Iraq’s sands lies Dar-Shukkin, a 2,700-year-old Assyrian marvel! A magnetometer revealed a vast villa, royal gardens, and a bustling city—all without

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25.12.2024

3rd Century Silver Amulet Reveals Secret History of Early Christianity | Ancient Origins

A third century silver amulet with an inscription praising Christ excavated in Germany offers the earliest evidence of Christian practice north of the Alps.

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25.12.2024

The Ossuary of James: Alleged Bone Box of Jesus’ Brother on Display in US | Ancient Origins

An ossuary said to have once held the remains of James, the supposed brother of Jesus, has gone on display in Atlanta, reigniting debate over its authenticity.

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24.12.2024

Syphilis Originated in Americas, but Was Spread Around World by Europeans | Ancient Origins

A study of ancient bacterial DNA from pre-Columbian America has shown that syphilis originated in the Americas before being brought back to Europe in 1493.

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24.12.2024

The Totonacs: Mesoamerican Builders and Allies of Conquest | Ancient Origins

In 1519, the Totonacs allied with Cortés, shaping Mesoamerican history. Known for stunning cities, and intricate rituals, their legacy is one of resilience.

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24.12.2024

Decoding Ancient Prophecies: Did They Predict Our Modern World? | Ancient Origins

Ancient prophecies have intrigued us for centuries—whether marking the end of a cycle or a golden era. From oracles to petroglyphs, their warnings still

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24.12.2024

Site of One of Alexander the Great’s Most Impactful Battles Identified in Turkey | Ancient Origins

Turkish historians have found the location of the Battle of the Granicus, where Alexander the Great scored his first victory over the Persians in 334 BC.

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24.12.2024

Huge Asteroid Will Zoom Past Earth on Christmas Eve, NASA Says | Ancient Origins

On Christmas Eve, a large asteroid will pass by the Earth at a relatively close distance. But there is no risk of it actually hitting the planet, NASA claims.

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22.12.2024

Early Middle Ages Jewelry Unearthed from Opulent Graves in Crimea | Ancient Origins

Archaeologists in Crimea have uncovered stunning gold and silver jewelry from the 5th-6th centuries in the Almalyk-Dere necropolis, revealing the lives of

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22.12.2024

Stonehenge Was a Project that Unified Ancient Britons, Study Claims | Ancient Origins

Researchers have published a new study claiming that Stonehenge was built by early Neolithic farming communities looking to secure a strong political alliance.

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22.12.2024

The ‘Real’ Tomb of St. Nicholas Unearthed in Antalya? | Ancient Origins

Have archaeologists uncovered the real tomb of Saint Nicholas, the figure who inspired Santa Claus, in Turkey’s Demre region?

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21.12.2024

Shocking Cycle of Violence and Cannibalism Revealed in Bronze Age Britain | Ancient Origins

Evidence of a Bronze Age massacre in Britain reveals violent ‘othering,’ butchery, and cannibalism, challenging ideas of a peaceful prehistory.

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21.12.2024

5,000-Year-Old Settlement in Iraq Said ‘No’ to Being a Mesopotamian City | Ancient Origins

A lost Mesopotamian city from the fourth millennium BC has been found in Kurdistan, Iraq, and it seems this city was uncommonly abandoned after a few centuries.

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21.12.2024

Earliest Evidence of Paleolithic Religious Practices Found in Galilee Cave | Ancient Origins

Researchers have discovered a 35,000-year-old ritual complex in Manot Cave, Israel, offering the earliest evidence of communal worship in the Paleolithic

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20.12.2024

Study Reveals Mesopotamians Felt Emotions in Unusual Parts of their Bodies | Ancient Origins

Did you know, ancient Mesopotamians felt anger in their thighs and love in their liver! New research reveals how emotions shaped their bodies differently from

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20.12.2024

Extraordinary 15th Century Floor Patched with Cow Bones Found in Netherlands | Ancient Origins

A unique 15th century tile floor unearthed in the Dutch cheesemaking capital of Alkmaar featured sections filled in with the sawed bones of cows.

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20.12.2024

Ancient Stone Tablet Engraved with Unknown Language Found in Georgia | Ancient Origins

A basalt tablet engraved with an unknown language has been discovered in Georgia, sparking theories about ancient civilizations and lost scripts.

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08.12.2024

1,500-Year-Old Iron Age Weapons Found Below Chieftain’s House in Denmark | Ancient Origins

Danish archaeologists unearthed a huge collection of Iron Age weapons from under the home of an ancient chieftain, plus a rare set of chainmail armor.

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08.12.2024

Homer’s Odyssey Meets Cinema Magic: Ralph Fiennes & Juliet Binoche in The Return! | Ancient Origins

Seven years with Calypso, battles with monsters, and unmatched wit—Odysseus’s journey defines resilience. Experts discuss how The Return brings a modern,

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08.12.2024

Exceptional Neolithic Archery Finds Reveal Sophistication of Early Iberian Societies | Ancient Origins

A study of 7,000-year-old remains from Spain reveals advanced archery techniques and materials used by Neolithic Iberian societies, redefining ancient weaponry.

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08.12.2024

Study Suggests Barbarians Used Stimulants When Fighting the Roman Empire | Ancient Origins

A new study by researchers from Poland suggests that “barbarian” warriors who fought the Romans consumed stimulants using spoons attached to their belts.

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07.12.2024

Iconic Tower of London’s Prison Section’s Graffiti Deciphered | Ancient Origins

Researchers have uncovered hidden graffiti in the Tower of London using advanced technology, offering a glimpse into the lives of historic prisoners.

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07.12.2024

Notre-Dame’s Bells Have Been Blessed as the Cathedral Reopens | Ancient Origins

With repairs now complete at the fire-damaged Notre-Dame cathedral, eight church bells scheduled to be reinstalled have been blessed during a special ceremony.

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04.12.2024

Footprints Reveal 2 Extinct Hominin Species Living Side By Side | Ancient Origins

Fossilized footprints in Kenya reveal Homo erectus and Paranthropus boisei coexisted 1.5 million years ago, offering new insights into human evolution.

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04.12.2024

Neolithic Communities in Europe Featured Surprising Gender Equality | Ancient Origins

A genetic study of European Neolithic societies of the Linear Pottery culture shows they were marked by high degrees of mobility, freedom and gender equality.

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04.12.2024

Romans Are Said to Have Ingested Fish Brains That Caused Hallucinations | Ancient Origins

Romans are said to have eaten hallucinogenic fish brains for a wild trip, and science confirms its effects. From ancient Rome to Tunisia, would you dare try

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04.12.2024

The Megalithic Gate of Ha-amonga a Maui | Ancient Origins

Ha’amonga ‘a Maui is a stunning megalithic trilithon that stands as a testament to ancient craftsmanship, navigation, and legend. Who really built it—and why?

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04.12.2024

Legendary Nebra Sky Disc Creation Method Has Been Discovered | Ancient Origins

Advanced manufacturing techniques have been revealed for the Nebra Sky Disc, a 3,600 year old depiction of the cosmos found in Germany.

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04.12.2024

Sophia and the Fall: The Gnostic Creation Myth Explained | Ancient Origins

The Gnostic creation myth is centered on Sophia, whose fall shaped the flawed material world and humanity’s quest for spiritual redemption.

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30.11.2024

How the Thanksgiving Food Favorites Won Their Place at the Table | Ancient Origins

Explore the historical roots of Thanksgiving favorites like turkey, stuffing, and pumpkin pie, and how they became staples of this beloved holiday.

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30.11.2024

Facebook Censorship: Penalizing the Innocent and Still Missing the Harmful? | Ancient Origins

Facebook’s moderation system blocks educational content while some harmful posts still slip through. What is the solution?

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30.11.2024

Educating Claudius: Transforming the Family Outcast into the Emperor of Rome | Ancient Origins

When the mad Roman Emperor Caligula was assassinated, his uncle Claudius ran to hide behind a curtain was soon discovered by the praetorian guards soon

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30.11.2024

Fossils Found in China Come from a Huge Human Ancestor, Scientists Say | Ancient Origins

Fossils from China reveal a potential large new human ancestor, Homo juluensis, and are raising questions about the origins of the Denisovans and human

Ancient Origins

29.11.2024

Graffiti Was a Powerful Form of Protest in Ancient Rome – as Gladiator II Shows | Ancient Origins

Ancient Roman graffiti served as a tool for protest and expression. Learn how Gladiator II portrays its legacy of defiance and humor.

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29.11.2024

Otto the Great’s Tribute to His Late English Queen Finally Makes Sense | Ancient Origins

An academic has finally made sense of a perplexing medieval document by Otto the Great, revealing an enduring love for his late first wife, Queen Edith.

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28.11.2024

The Wendish Crusade: Holy War or Political Ambition in the Baltic Frontier? | Ancient Origins

The Catholics hated the Slavs for their ancient Pagan beliefs, and the rich resources that lay in their lands. And for that, they always wanted to rule them.

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28.11.2024

Bronze Age Sword Found in Danish Bog Leads to Hoard | Ancient Origins

A Bronze Age hoard, including a bent sword, was found in Denmark, offering insights into sacrificial traditions during the transition to the Iron Age.

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28.11.2024

Oldest US Firearm Found in Arizona and Tied to Coronado Expedition | Ancient Origins

The oldest firearm in the US, a bronze cannon from Coronado's 1539 expedition, has been unearthed in Arizona, shedding light on early Spanish-Native

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28.11.2024

Thanksgiving Evolved From Fasting and Prayer to Feasting and Mourning | Ancient Origins

Thanksgiving began as a harvest feast in 1621 shared by Pilgrims and Wampanoag. For many Wampanoag, it also marks the start of a tragic and complex shared

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27.11.2024

Dongba: The Last Hieroglyph and the Struggle to Save Naxi Culture | Ancient Origins

The Dongba symbols, a 7,000-year-old pictographic language of the Naxi people in China, preserve tales of creation, rituals, and the wisdom of an ancient, rich

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Ancient Abandoned Assyrian Capital Found Through Magnetic Survey, 2,700-Years-Old | Ancient Origins

3rd Century Silver Amulet Reveals Secret History of Early Christianity | Ancient Origins

The Ossuary of James: Alleged Bone Box of Jesus’ Brother on Display in US | Ancient Origins

Syphilis Originated in Americas, but Was Spread Around World by Europeans | Ancient Origins

The Totonacs: Mesoamerican Builders and Allies of Conquest | Ancient Origins

Decoding Ancient Prophecies: Did They Predict Our Modern World? | Ancient Origins

Site of One of Alexander the Great’s Most Impactful Battles Identified in Turkey | Ancient Origins

Huge Asteroid Will Zoom Past Earth on Christmas Eve, NASA Says | Ancient Origins

Early Middle Ages Jewelry Unearthed from Opulent Graves in Crimea | Ancient Origins

Stonehenge Was a Project that Unified Ancient Britons, Study Claims | Ancient Origins

The ‘Real’ Tomb of St. Nicholas Unearthed in Antalya? | Ancient Origins

Shocking Cycle of Violence and Cannibalism Revealed in Bronze Age Britain | Ancient Origins

5,000-Year-Old Settlement in Iraq Said ‘No’ to Being a Mesopotamian City | Ancient Origins

Earliest Evidence of Paleolithic Religious Practices Found in Galilee Cave | Ancient Origins

Study Reveals Mesopotamians Felt Emotions in Unusual Parts of their Bodies | Ancient Origins

Extraordinary 15th Century Floor Patched with Cow Bones Found in Netherlands | Ancient Origins

Ancient Stone Tablet Engraved with Unknown Language Found in Georgia | Ancient Origins

1,500-Year-Old Iron Age Weapons Found Below Chieftain’s House in Denmark | Ancient Origins

Homer’s Odyssey Meets Cinema Magic: Ralph Fiennes & Juliet Binoche in The Return! | Ancient Origins

Exceptional Neolithic Archery Finds Reveal Sophistication of Early Iberian Societies | Ancient Origins

Study Suggests Barbarians Used Stimulants When Fighting the Roman Empire | Ancient Origins

Iconic Tower of London’s Prison Section’s Graffiti Deciphered | Ancient Origins

Notre-Dame’s Bells Have Been Blessed as the Cathedral Reopens | Ancient Origins

Footprints Reveal 2 Extinct Hominin Species Living Side By Side | Ancient Origins

Neolithic Communities in Europe Featured Surprising Gender Equality | Ancient Origins

Romans Are Said to Have Ingested Fish Brains That Caused Hallucinations | Ancient Origins

The Megalithic Gate of Ha-amonga a Maui | Ancient Origins

Legendary Nebra Sky Disc Creation Method Has Been Discovered | Ancient Origins

Sophia and the Fall: The Gnostic Creation Myth Explained | Ancient Origins

How the Thanksgiving Food Favorites Won Their Place at the Table | Ancient Origins

Facebook Censorship: Penalizing the Innocent and Still Missing the Harmful? | Ancient Origins

Educating Claudius: Transforming the Family Outcast into the Emperor of Rome | Ancient Origins

Fossils Found in China Come from a Huge Human Ancestor, Scientists Say | Ancient Origins

Graffiti Was a Powerful Form of Protest in Ancient Rome – as Gladiator II Shows | Ancient Origins

Otto the Great’s Tribute to His Late English Queen Finally Makes Sense | Ancient Origins

The Wendish Crusade: Holy War or Political Ambition in the Baltic Frontier? | Ancient Origins

Bronze Age Sword Found in Danish Bog Leads to Hoard | Ancient Origins

Oldest US Firearm Found in Arizona and Tied to Coronado Expedition | Ancient Origins

Thanksgiving Evolved From Fasting and Prayer to Feasting and Mourning | Ancient Origins

Dongba: The Last Hieroglyph and the Struggle to Save Naxi Culture | Ancient Origins

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