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Archaeologists In Greece May Have Just Found The Ancient Temple Of Odysseus, Hero Of The Trojan War And Homer’s ‘Odyssey’

Researchers excavating ancient ruins atop a seaside overlook on the island of Ithaca believe they have identified the Sanctuary of Odysseus, including two terraces, a tower, springs, and staircases carved into the mountainside.

By Austin Harvey • Jun 20, 2025

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Archaeologists In Greece May Have Just Found The Ancient Temple Of Odysseus, Hero Of The Trojan War And Homer’s ‘Odyssey’

Researchers excavating ancient ruins atop a seaside overlook on the island of Ithaca believe they have identified the Sanctuary of Odysseus, including two terraces, a tower, springs, and staircases carved into the mountainside.

By Austin Harvey • June 20, 2025

This Prehistoric Cult’s Mysterious Death Ritual Might Have Sparked A Revolution In Neolithic Art

The discovery of these human-shaped figurines near ancient burial sites indicates they were part of a remembrance ritual, created as a way to honor the dead.

By Marco Margaritoff • Jun 19, 2025

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This Prehistoric Cult’s Mysterious Death Ritual Might Have Sparked A Revolution In Neolithic Art

The discovery of these human-shaped figurines near ancient burial sites indicates they were part of a remembrance ritual, created as a way to honor the dead.

By Marco Margaritoff • June 19, 2025

A 10th-Century Burial Site Discovered During Construction Work In Denmark May Have Belonged To A Noble Viking Family

At least 30 graves and a collection of grave goods were found in Lisbjerg, Denmark, by chance during a construction project.

By Kaleena Fraga • Jun 18, 2025

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A 10th-Century Burial Site Discovered During Construction Work In Denmark May Have Belonged To A Noble Viking Family

At least 30 graves and a collection of grave goods were found in Lisbjerg, Denmark, by chance during a construction project.

By Kaleena Fraga • June 18, 2025

The Incas Buried These Llamas Alive 500 Years Ago — And They’re Perfectly Preserved Today

Researchers think the Inca sacrificed these llamas as a way of bonding with the people living in their newly-conquered territory.

By Natasha Ishak • Jun 18, 2025

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The Incas Buried These Llamas Alive 500 Years Ago — And They’re Perfectly Preserved Today

Researchers think the Inca sacrificed these llamas as a way of bonding with the people living in their newly-conquered territory.

By Natasha Ishak • June 18, 2025

Workers Dredging A River In The Netherlands Happened Upon This Medieval Sword Inscribed With A Viking Symbol

During routine dredging of the Korte Linschoten River in Montfoort, Netherlands in 2024, workers noticed something sticking out of the bucket of sludge they'd just pulled up from the depths — and it turned out to be a completely intact three-foot sword.

By Austin Harvey • Jun 17, 2025

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Workers Dredging A River In The Netherlands Happened Upon This Medieval Sword Inscribed With A Viking Symbol

During routine dredging of the Korte Linschoten River in Montfoort, Netherlands in 2024, workers noticed something sticking out of the bucket of sludge they'd just pulled up from the depths — and it turned out to be a completely intact three-foot sword.

By Austin Harvey • June 17, 2025

A Hoard Of Viking Treasures Was Just Found By A Metal Detectorist On The Banks Of Germany’s Schlei River

The hoard dates back to the 10th century and includes one object that could be an early cross or an unfinished Thor's hammer.

By Kaleena Fraga • Jun 16, 2025

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A Hoard Of Viking Treasures Was Just Found By A Metal Detectorist On The Banks Of Germany’s Schlei River

The hoard dates back to the 10th century and includes one object that could be an early cross or an unfinished Thor's hammer.

By Kaleena Fraga • June 16, 2025

Road Workers In Poland Just Stumbled Upon Dozens Of German Helmets From World War II

Found mere steps away from the University of Wrocław Institute of Archaeology, these German, Polish, and Soviet helmets span several decades.

By Ainsley Brown • Jun 16, 2025

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Road Workers In Poland Just Stumbled Upon Dozens Of German Helmets From World War II

Found mere steps away from the University of Wrocław Institute of Archaeology, these German, Polish, and Soviet helmets span several decades.

By Ainsley Brown • June 16, 2025

A 5,600-Year-Old Mummy Has Revealed The Oldest Egyptian Embalming Recipe Ever Discovered

Known as "Fred," this mummy proves that Egyptians had been using embalming practices for 1,500 years longer than scientists believed.

By Caroline Redmond • Jun 15, 2025

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A 5,600-Year-Old Mummy Has Revealed The Oldest Egyptian Embalming Recipe Ever Discovered

Known as "Fred," this mummy proves that Egyptians had been using embalming practices for 1,500 years longer than scientists believed.

By Caroline Redmond • June 15, 2025

A Shockingly Large 2,000-Year-Old Shoe Was Just Found At A Roman Fort In England

The leather shoe is 12.6 inches long, the equivalent of a U.S. men's size 14.

By Kaleena Fraga • Jun 13, 2025

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A Shockingly Large 2,000-Year-Old Shoe Was Just Found At A Roman Fort In England

The leather shoe is 12.6 inches long, the equivalent of a U.S. men's size 14.

By Kaleena Fraga • June 13, 2025

The Fascinating Stories Of The Sumerian Gods Who Made Up The Ancient Mesopotamian Pantheon

There were thousands of Sumerian gods worshipped in the cradle of civilization, from the powerful Lord of the Heavens, An, to the terrifying goddess Ereshkigal, who ruled over the Netherworld.

By Genevieve Carlton • Jun 12, 2025

The Fascinating Stories Of The Sumerian Gods Who Made Up The Ancient Mesopotamian Pantheon

There were thousands of Sumerian gods worshipped in the cradle of civilization, from the powerful Lord of the Heavens, An, to the terrifying goddess Ereshkigal, who ruled over the Netherworld.

By Genevieve Carlton • June 12, 2025