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Ancient Origins
24.11.2024
A 2,000-year-old charred fig found in North Dublin has revealed an unknown aspect of Ireland’s ancient trade with the Roman Empire and a taste for exotic foods!
Excavations in Aquileia, Italy at the site of an ancient Roman city unearthed the ruins of a sixth-century basilica built by the Byzantine emperor Justinian I.
The fans of the Roman gladiators were extremely passionate about their favorite sport, occasionally turning violent when they were upset by a fight’s outcome.
23.11.2024
The unique craftsmanship of Late Bronze Age swords from the Balearic Islands is revealed, blending local and foreign influences in ceremonial design.
Europe’s highest petroglyphs, dating to the Bronze Age, have been discovered in Lombardy, Italy, at over 3,000 meters. Learn about this historic find.
Caracalla and Geta, the Roman brother emperors depicted in Gladiator II, lived lives of rivalry and spectacle. Learn the truth about their chaotic reigns.
A recent discovery in Gibraltar has unveiled one of the most advanced manufacturing sites of the ancient world: a Neanderthal tar distillation oven dating back
Dr. Brian S. Bauer, a Full Professor in the Department of Anthropology at the University of Illinois at Chicago, takes us on a journey through his
22.11.2024
Clay cylinders discovered in Syria challenge the timeline of the alphabet's origins, dating back 500 years earlier than previously believed.
A rare 5th-century amulet depicting Prophet Solomon spearing the devil was discovered in Hadrianopolis, highlighting Anatolia’s Byzantine heritage.
Did giants once roam the Earth? From the Nephilim to Titans, cultures worldwide share tales of colossal beings. Myth or memory, could there be truth behind the
Study concludes the fall of the Eastern Roman Empire was driven by invasions and politics, not plague or climate change as previously believed.
21.11.2024
The Greek the polis wasn’t just a city. It was a distinct socio-political entity, closely connected with the traditional social structures of the time, the
Italian police recover looted Etruscan treasures, including urns, sarcophagi, and artifacts, offering insight into the lives of aristocratic Etruscan women.
With a rattle like wind through papyrus reeds, the sistrum was used in Hathor’s worship, symbolizing joy and music, and to ward off Seth’s storms and chaos.
Fossils from a Spanish cave suggest Neanderthal children collected items, showcasing early cognitive and symbolic behaviors akin to modern humans.
Ridley Scott's Gladiator II dazzles with epic battles and Roman grandeur but takes significant liberties with history and timelines. This article picks out
20.11.2024
Ancient Kuntillet Ajrud, an 8th-century BC site in the Sinai, reveals inscriptions hinting at a unique blend of beliefs that challenge early monotheism.
At el-Hosh in Egypt an archaeologist discovered a petroglyph that featured a goat-fish creature known as Capricornus, which is one of the signs of the zodiac.
Underwater archaeologists in Norway have identified a centuries-old boat sunken in Lake Mjøsa as a føringsbåt, clearing up the mystery of its use and origins.
Professor Mark Munn deciphers the 2,600-year-old Arslan Kaya inscription, revealing Materan, the Phrygian Mother Goddess, preserved through centuries of
19.11.2024
The Aztec death whistle, found in ancient graves, emits eerie scream-like sounds that chill to the bone. New research reveals its haunting tones were designed
Archaeologist Alan Endacott recently discovered two previously undetected monumental stone circles on Dartmoor, which may be part of a greater sacred design.
Excavations at Leicester Cathedral in England unearthed a mass grave from the 12th century, containing the bodies of 123 citizens of medieval Leicester.
Who are the Nephilim and what do they represent? Are they biblical giants? What does the term literally translate to, and why does the brief mention of them in
Tintignac, France’s hidden Iron Age site, offers a rare glimpse into Celtic culture. Its iconic swan helmet and artifacts connect us to the spiritual world of
18.11.2024
A Roman gladiator knife handle found in the River Tyne near Hadrian’s Wall will be put on display to commemorate the opening of the movie Gladiator II.
The search for the “City of the Monkey God” led explorers to La Ciudad Blanca’s ancient ruins, and to a flesh-eating parasite that threatened their lives and
With the Taurid meteor shower lighting up the night skies, scientists are discussing the possibility that a large meteorite might someday strike the earth.
17.11.2024
From Samos to Croton, Pythagoras revolutionized mathematics and philosophy! He wasn’t just a thinker; he reformed society with his visionary ideas.
A groundbreaking find shows that human development started slowly as early as 1.77 million years ago! New research from Dmanisi sheds light on our ancient
Archaeologists have discovered evidence of psychoactive ingredients in a 2,000-year-old Egyptian ritual mug, confirming myths about ancient fertility practices.
16.11.2024
New research suggests the wheel may have been invented in an Eastern European copper mine 6,000 years ago, with new modelling of how improvements developed
A 5,000-year-old site in Skåne reveals Funnelbeaker burial customs, feasts, and craftsmanship. Dog skulls, flint tools, and ceramics tell of ancient rituals
New insights into ancient Inca khipus wrtting system reveal a sophisticated system of record-keeping. Discover the numeric connections found between two
Following Alexander the Great’s death, two women, each representing separate branches of the hallowed Argead dynasty, engaged in an improbable battle for
Talgua Cave, also called 'Cave of the Glowing Skulls', holds crystal-coated bones that glisten with ancient mystery, revealing traces of a lost civilization.
15.11.2024
In 1002, King Aethelred ordered the massacre of all Danish settlers, sparking Viking retaliation. Recent graves reveal the impact of this historic purge.
Experts urge U.S. Congress for transparency on Unidentified Anomalous Phenomena programs, alleging secret investigations and potential alien technology
A 2,000-year-old Roman road connecting Dover to the Midlands was found under Old Kent Road! Uncovered during a heating project, it links today’s Londoners to