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Grim Discovery: Uncovering London's Plague Burial Ground (Video)
In August 2015, an astounding discovery was made in the heart of London that sent shockwaves through the archaeological and historical communities. Read moreSection: NewsAncient...
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Bronze Age Treasure Revealed Female Rule of the Argarics (Video)
Deep within the ancient La Almoloya archaeological site in southern Spain, an extraordinary revelation has emerged, shaking the very foundations of our understanding of power and politics in the Bronze...
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Sweden's Exceptional 7,000-Year-Old Burial That Defied Tradition (Video)
The discovery of 'Burial XXII' in Sweden during the early 1980s generated considerable excitement among archaeologists.Read moreSection: NewsAncient PlacesEuropeVideosHistoryRead Later
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Chichen Itza's Dark Secrets: Decoding Mayan Sacrifices (Video)
In the world of the ancient Mayans, the practice of sacrifice holds a profound significance. Our focus is directed towards the site of Chichen Itza, where intriguing remnants shed light on the...
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How a Lobster Helped Uncover an Ancient Site that Rewrites History (Video)
Uncovering ancient mysteries hidden beneath the waves has always captivated the imaginations of archaeologists and explorers alike.Read moreSection: ArtifactsOther ArtifactsNewsAncient...
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Huge New Prehistoric Sites Database Transforms Understanding of Human History
In another step towards unraveling the intricate tapestry of human history, a huge database of prehistoric sites spanning a history from 3 million to 20,000 years ago has been unveiled.Read...
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Beyond Shovels and Brushes: The AI-driven Evolution of Archaeological...
It seems pretty clear right now that AI is likely the “next big thing.” This exciting (and perhaps scary) technology seems set to change the world and revolutionize our lives in a myriad of ways. Read...
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This Device Unearthed an Ancient Gladiator School (Video)
Electronic scanners at Vienna's Ludvig Boltzmann Institute are revolutionizing archaeological exploration. These advanced devices cover vast areas efficiently, eliminating the need for laborious and...
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Ancient Origins' Most Extraordinary Archaeological Treasures of 2023
This year’s archaeological discoveries have presented a wide journey through time and across diverse cultures. Read moreSection: ArtifactsNewsHistory & ArchaeologyAncient PlacesRead Later
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Has the Archaeologist’s Spade Been Replaced By Modern Technology?
A valley of lost cities has been discovered in the Ecuadorian Amazon. Read moreSection: NewsHistory & ArchaeologyHistoryAncient TraditionsRead Later
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World’s Oldest Fermented Bread, Dated to 6,600 BC, Found at Çatalhöyük
During excavations two years ago at the famous ancient Anatolian city of Çatalhöyük, archaeologists uncovered a large furnace-like structure that would have been used as a communal oven.Read...
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Migration to the Americas Potentially Occurred 7,000 Years Earlier Than Thought
One of archaeology's most hotly debated topics, the arrival of humans in the Americas, has received an added impetus. New evidence emerged from Parsons IslandRead moreSection: NewsHistory &...
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Poignant Discovery of Horse Burials Dating to the Gallic Wars in France
The tranquil town of Villedieu-sur-Indre in central France has become the focus of significant archaeological interest as an Inrap team is uncovering some fascinating horse burial pits. Read...
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Traditional Boat Find Reveals Pre-Hispanic Treasures in Mexico
A recent accidental discovery of a traditional boat, or tepari, on the island of Janitzio in Lake Pátzcuaro has led to significant archaeological findings, shedding new light on the region's...
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One of the Earliest Christian Buildings in Bahrain Discovered
Archaeologists have discovered evidence for one of the earliest Christian buildings in all the Arabian Gulf, producing physical evidence for a long-lost community. Uncommon with the Gulf today, the...
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Roman Military Harbor Discovered in Ancient Port City of Parion, Turkey
In the ancient world, the port city of Parion was a vital trading point for goods traveling from ancient Greece and the Aegean to the city of Istanbul, and all points beyond. While the city no longer...
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Closely Related Elite Parents Sacrificed Child in Pre-Columbian Mexico
A team of archaeologists and genetic scientists have completed an extensive DNA analysis of the skeletal remains of a child who was buried several hundred years ago at the pre-Columbian site of Paquimé...
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Ancient DNA Uncovers Surprising Genetic Diversity Among Post-Roman Elites
The collapse of the Roman Empire in the 5th century AD marked a transformative period in European history. As the centralized power of Rome faded, new communities and social structures began to emerge,...
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Podcast: History Fuzz: Episode 00: Ashley Cowie. Introduction. Delineating...
Ancient Origins Premium is now featuring select episodes of the History Fuzz Podcast hosted by historian, adventurer, author, broadcaster, Ashley Cowie! Each episode will be featured bi-weekly and...
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Podcast: History Fuzz: Episode 01: Professor Giulio Magli. Intentionality vs...
In this episode, I interview Professor Giulio Magli, a leading astrophysicist and archaeoastronomer who heads the Department of Mathematics at the Polytechnic University of Milan. Magli, a prominent...
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Egyptian Workers Who Built Pyramids of Giza Exposed to Dangerous Toxins
While there are still uncertainties about how exactly the three gigantic pyramids on Egypt’s Giza Plateau were built, no one doubts that the work involved was intensive and difficult. But as revealed...
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Pythagorean Cup: Turning Greedy Partygoers into Wet Blankets
The Pythagorean Cup (also known as the Pythagoras Cup) is one of Pythagoras’s lesser-known inventions. Depending on who you speak to, this rather plain looking cup was either meant to teach people a...
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Podcast: History Fuzz: Episode 02: Professor Stephen Lekson. Chaco Pt 1....
In this latest episode of our podcast, we delve into the intriguing concept of the Chaco Meridian, a north-to-south alignment that traverses the southwestern United States and is marked by the...
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Finding the Extinct Dodo - Interview with Ms. Jayshree Mungur-Medhi
Interview excerptA sparkling green emerald in a turquoise sea, crowned by an azure sky and formed by volcanic rock, Mauritius is a small independent island nation of 787 square miles in the Indian...
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Podcast: History Fuzz: Episode 03: Professor Charles Stanish. Peru Pt 1....
In this episode of our podcast, we delve into the rich tapestry of ancient Andean societies with Charles Stanish, a prominent scholar whose career has spanned influential roles in archaeology and...
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Castro San Vicenzo Excavations Unveil Celtic Symbols and Other Iberian Age...
Excavations conducted over the month of September at Castro de San Vicenzo in Plane, Ourense, Spain, has led the uncovering of several well-preserved artifacts connected to the Castro culture from the...
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Podcast: History Fuzz: Episode 04: Dr. Kenneth Brophy. Scotland Pt 1....
In this engaging episode, we delve into the world of Neolithic and early Bronze Age Scotland through the insights of Dr. Kenneth Brophy, a distinguished senior lecturer in the Department of Archaeology...
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A Trek Across the Desert, in Search of Our Origins
University of WitwatersrandStrewn across the Namib desert is a treasure trove of stone tools of which little is known because getting to them is so difficult.There are few roads and vehicles have...
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Podcast: History Fuzz: Episode 05: Dr. Robert Barratt. Mathematics, coding...
In this engaging podcast episode, Dr. Robert Barratt, a research scientist at Queen’s University in Belfast, discusses his innovative application of computer code to investigate the astronomical...
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Powerful Maya Serpent Dynasty Revealed in Reliefs in Mexico
Archaeologists in the Archaeological Zone of Dzibanché, Mexico, have unearthed three ancient relief facades depicting motifs tied to the powerful Kaanu'l dynasty, a ruling Maya lineage represented by...
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