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Archaeologists In Turkey Uncover 4,000-Year-Old Tablets Detailing A Cheese Eaten By Ancient Travelers

Ancient tablets discovered in Kültepe Kanis-Karum, an archaeological site in Kayseri, Türkiye, revealed fascinating information about life in Anatolia 4,000 years ago.

By Amber Morgan • Jul 22, 2024

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Archaeologists In Turkey Uncover 4,000-Year-Old Tablets Detailing A Cheese Eaten By Ancient Travelers

Ancient tablets discovered in Kültepe Kanis-Karum, an archaeological site in Kayseri, Türkiye, revealed fascinating information about life in Anatolia 4,000 years ago.

By Amber Morgan • July 22, 2024

The Story Of The Jackalope, The Legendary Rabbit With Antlers Said To Roam Wyoming

A jackrabbit with antelope horns, the jackalope has captivated the American West since it was allegedly discovered in the 1930s — but is this legendary creature actually real?

By Kaleena Fraga • Jul 22, 2024

The Story Of The Jackalope, The Legendary Rabbit With Antlers Said To Roam Wyoming

A jackrabbit with antelope horns, the jackalope has captivated the American West since it was allegedly discovered in the 1930s — but is this legendary creature actually real?

By Kaleena Fraga • July 22, 2024

The Mongol Empire Was One Of The Largest In World History — So How Did It Fall?

During the 13th century, the Mongol Empire ruled over nearly all of Asia, but disputes over borders and succession paired with waning military power led to its collapse by 1368.

By Austin Harvey • Jul 21, 2024

The Mongol Empire Was One Of The Largest In World History — So How Did It Fall?

During the 13th century, the Mongol Empire ruled over nearly all of Asia, but disputes over borders and succession paired with waning military power led to its collapse by 1368.

By Austin Harvey • July 21, 2024

Da Vinci’s Secret Drawing Underneath The ‘Mona Lisa’ Reveals How Different This Masterpiece Almost Was

Scientist Pascal Cotte scoured 1,650 high-tech camera images over the course of 15 years to uncover the sketch.

By Natasha Ishak • Jul 20, 2024

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Da Vinci’s Secret Drawing Underneath The ‘Mona Lisa’ Reveals How Different This Masterpiece Almost Was

Scientist Pascal Cotte scoured 1,650 high-tech camera images over the course of 15 years to uncover the sketch.

By Natasha Ishak • July 20, 2024

Archaeologists Find ‘Exceptionally Rare’ Brass Trumpets Amid A 500-Year-Old Dutch Shipwreck Off The Coast Of Croatia

The ship, which sank in the 16th century, was transporting pottery, colorful glass beads, and trumpets and was likely en route to Venice.

By Kaleena Fraga • Jul 18, 2024

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Archaeologists Find ‘Exceptionally Rare’ Brass Trumpets Amid A 500-Year-Old Dutch Shipwreck Off The Coast Of Croatia

The ship, which sank in the 16th century, was transporting pottery, colorful glass beads, and trumpets and was likely en route to Venice.

By Kaleena Fraga • July 18, 2024

Inside The Shocking True Story Behind ‘The Wolf Of Wall Street’ And The Real-Life Jordan Belfort

The 2013 film The Wolf of Wall Street is based on the true story of New York stockbroker Jordan Belfort and his associates at Stratton Oakmont — but the real events behind the movie are even wilder than what was on screen.

By Austin Harvey • Jul 17, 2024

Inside The Shocking True Story Behind ‘The Wolf Of Wall Street’ And The Real-Life Jordan Belfort

The 2013 film The Wolf of Wall Street is based on the true story of New York stockbroker Jordan Belfort and his associates at Stratton Oakmont — but the real events behind the movie are even wilder than what was on screen.

By Austin Harvey • July 17, 2024

4,000-Year-Old Fabric Found In Israel’s Cave Of Skulls Is The Oldest Ever Made With Insect Dye

Found in Israel's Cave of Skulls in the Judean Desert, the ancient textile dates back to the Middle Bronze Age.

By Austin Harvey • Jul 16, 2024

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4,000-Year-Old Fabric Found In Israel’s Cave Of Skulls Is The Oldest Ever Made With Insect Dye

Found in Israel's Cave of Skulls in the Judean Desert, the ancient textile dates back to the Middle Bronze Age.

By Austin Harvey • July 16, 2024

Irish Museum Receives Anonymous Package Containing Two Bronze Age Ax Heads

Museum officials are trying to track down the person who sent the ancient ax heads, which date to between 2150 and 2000 B.C.E.

By Amber Morgan • Jul 16, 2024

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Irish Museum Receives Anonymous Package Containing Two Bronze Age Ax Heads

Museum officials are trying to track down the person who sent the ancient ax heads, which date to between 2150 and 2000 B.C.E.

By Amber Morgan • July 16, 2024

Archaeologists Excavating A Maya Ball Court Discover A ‘Very Important’ Underground Chamber With Painted Walls

Researchers say this mysterious painted structure could date to the Early Classic period, between 200-600 C.E.

By Amber Morgan • Jul 15, 2024

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Archaeologists Excavating A Maya Ball Court Discover A ‘Very Important’ Underground Chamber With Painted Walls

Researchers say this mysterious painted structure could date to the Early Classic period, between 200-600 C.E.

By Amber Morgan • July 15, 2024

Who Built Machu Picchu? Inside The Historic Incan Site’s Murky History

While the exact circumstances surrounding the city’s construction are a mystery, most experts believe Machu Picchu was built in the 15th century on the orders of Incan Emperor Pachacuti.

By Austin Harvey • Jul 14, 2024

Who Built Machu Picchu? Inside The Historic Incan Site’s Murky History

While the exact circumstances surrounding the city’s construction are a mystery, most experts believe Machu Picchu was built in the 15th century on the orders of Incan Emperor Pachacuti.

By Austin Harvey • July 14, 2024