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World’s oldest writing system may have its origins in mysterious, undeciphered symbols
Researchers have uncovered links between the precursor to the world’s oldest writing system and the mysterious, intricate ...
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Ancient Greek Temple of Poseidon finally found after 2,600 Years
Temples dedicated to Poseidon often became significant centers of worship, drawing pilgrims from across the ancient Greek ...
The truth behind embracing figures found in ancient Pompeii
This week, uncover the secrets of Pompeii through ancient DNA, meet an adventurous emperor penguin, seek signs of mysterious Planet Nine, and more.
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Unraveling the ancient past, one tablet at a time
In the half-dark of a third-floor office, Danielle Levy lifted a clay tablet out of its box. Carefully examining it with ...
8 things people get wrong about ancient Rome
Nero, who ruled from A.D. 54 to 68, is often remembered as one of history’s most notorious emperors, his reputation steeped ...
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Ancient Greek Secrets to a Long and Healthy Life Revealed
Ancient Greek health secrets offer unique insights into a better and longer life focusing on balance, diet, and mindful ...
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Scans peer beneath the wrappings of ancient Egyptian mummies to reveal who they were
Scans of mummies at Chicago’s Field Museum of Natural History uncovered new details about how they were prepared for the afterlife and helped solve a baffling mystery.
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How Athenian Democracy Changed the Course of History
The principles of the Athenian democracy, including citizen participation, equality and free speech, are still what we need ...
I visited Ireland’s ‘ancient capital’ an hour from London – with seafront pubs and Viking experiences
I FEEL about six years old, hands and knees covered in thick mud, as I emerge from a tunnel only big enough to crawl through, first used by Christian settlers more than 1,200 years ago to escape ...
‘She read the book’: Why Queen Camilla rejected one of the world’s most famous jewels
William Dalrymple has spent decades writing about history, but he’s discovered that an even bigger audience wants to hear him ...
World’s oldest tadpole discovered in Argentina — and it’s changing what we know about evolution
Scientists have unearthed a fossil of the world’s oldest tadpole in Argentina — a shock finding that could alter our ...
10 archaeological sites in India every history lover should visit
Discover 10 of India’s must-visit archaeological sites, including ancient temples, majestic forts, and UNESCO World Heritage sites, perfect for history lovers seeking to explore India’s rich heritage.