Ancient burials can release a lot of information about the past. However, the rare ones often highlight the incompleteness of our known…
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There is nothing quite like finding the first bone or brick of ancient remains. While such discoveries can take mere moments, understanding…
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The ancient Romans and Greeks had a highly liberated attitude toward sex—one that is surprising, even by today’s standards. They had gods…
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The ancient Romans were responsible for a number of scientific advancements that greatly benefited humankind. However, some of their solutions didn’t work.…
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10 Amazing New Ancient Egyptian Discoveries, Including Mysterious Hieroglyphics
by Johan Tobiasby Johan TobiasWith 2019 drawing to a close, this year’s Egyptology harvest proved excellent once again. Sometimes, the finds were new. At other times,…
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Human skeletons can be strange, even in the most normal of positions. Ancient bones have a particular knack for dropping jaws and…
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Too many times, the idea floats that commerce in the past wasn’t as interesting as it is today. Archaeologists beg to differ.…
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Ancient Egypt is mostly recognized for its pyramids, hieroglyphs, and mummies. A rich culture that lasted for over 3,000 years before Christ,…
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The Romans are perhaps one of the best-studied ancient nations. Modern fascination remains steadfast because the complexities of their culture guarantee that…
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On August 21, 2017, the most talked about event in human history will occur. A total solar eclipse will sweep across a…