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‘Maya Blue’ Is One Of The Most Striking Pigments Of The Ancient World — And Researchers Just Figured Out How To Make It

One of the most famous dyes from the ancient world, Maya blue was used for centuries both because of its vivid color and its durability against the elements — and though researchers first identified this stunning hue at Chichén Itzá in 1931, they had no idea how the Maya made it until recently.

By Austin Harvey • May 13, 2025

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‘Maya Blue’ Is One Of The Most Striking Pigments Of The Ancient World — And Researchers Just Figured Out How To Make It

One of the most famous dyes from the ancient world, Maya blue was used for centuries both because of its vivid color and its durability against the elements — and though researchers first identified this stunning hue at Chichén Itzá in 1931, they had no idea how the Maya made it until recently.

By Austin Harvey • May 13, 2025

Archaeologists Just Found Rare Roman Pipes Made Of Wood Beneath A City Street In Belgium

The wooden pipes found in Leuven, Belgium, were installed between the first and third centuries C.E., but they were well-preserved thanks to the marshy soil in the area.

By Kaleena Fraga • May 12, 2025

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Archaeologists Just Found Rare Roman Pipes Made Of Wood Beneath A City Street In Belgium

The wooden pipes found in Leuven, Belgium, were installed between the first and third centuries C.E., but they were well-preserved thanks to the marshy soil in the area.

By Kaleena Fraga • May 12, 2025

These Prehistoric Hunting Spears Unearthed In Germany Were Likely Made By Neanderthals 200,000 Years Ago

Though they were previously believed to have been crafted by Homo heidelbergensis, new research suggests that prehistoric spears found in Schöningen, Germany were actually made by Neanderthals.

By Austin Harvey • May 12, 2025

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These Prehistoric Hunting Spears Unearthed In Germany Were Likely Made By Neanderthals 200,000 Years Ago

Though they were previously believed to have been crafted by Homo heidelbergensis, new research suggests that prehistoric spears found in Schöningen, Germany were actually made by Neanderthals.

By Austin Harvey • May 12, 2025

Uncovered Titanic Love Letter Reveals Near-Disaster Days Before It Hit The Iceberg

"I could see visions of Belfast it must have been a trying time for the Captain," Richard Geddes wrote to his wife, four days before the Titanic sank.

By Natasha Ishak • May 12, 2025

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Uncovered Titanic Love Letter Reveals Near-Disaster Days Before It Hit The Iceberg

"I could see visions of Belfast it must have been a trying time for the Captain," Richard Geddes wrote to his wife, four days before the Titanic sank.

By Natasha Ishak • May 12, 2025

A 9-Year-Old In New Mexico Uncovered A 1.2 Million-Year-Old Stegomastodon Fossil After Tripping Over It

"I didn't know what it was," the boy said. "I just knew it wasn't usual."

By All That's Interesting • May 9, 2025

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A 9-Year-Old In New Mexico Uncovered A 1.2 Million-Year-Old Stegomastodon Fossil After Tripping Over It

"I didn't know what it was," the boy said. "I just knew it wasn't usual."

By All That's Interesting • May 9, 2025

Scientists Are Working To Create A Universal Antivenom — And It’s All Thanks To A Wisconsin Man Who Let Venomous Snakes Bite Him Over 200 Times

Tim Friede has subjected himself to more than 700 doses of lethal snake venom and 200 actual snakebites over the past two decades. Now, his antibodies may lead to a universal antivenom.

By Austin Harvey • May 8, 2025

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Scientists Are Working To Create A Universal Antivenom — And It’s All Thanks To A Wisconsin Man Who Let Venomous Snakes Bite Him Over 200 Times

Tim Friede has subjected himself to more than 700 doses of lethal snake venom and 200 actual snakebites over the past two decades. Now, his antibodies may lead to a universal antivenom.

By Austin Harvey • May 8, 2025

A 5,000-Year-Old Artifact From Egypt’s Great Pyramid Was Just Found In A Cigar Box In Scotland

The piece of cedar wood is one of only three items that were removed from the Great Pyramid during a 19th-century excavation.

By Natasha Ishak • May 8, 2025

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A 5,000-Year-Old Artifact From Egypt’s Great Pyramid Was Just Found In A Cigar Box In Scotland

The piece of cedar wood is one of only three items that were removed from the Great Pyramid during a 19th-century excavation.

By Natasha Ishak • May 8, 2025

The ‘Lost’ Sanctuary Of Apollo Has Been Rediscovered In Cyprus — Along With New Artifacts

Originally discovered in 1885, the Sanctuary of Apollo in Cyprus was reburied and lost to the ages — until now.

By Kaleena Fraga • May 7, 2025

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The ‘Lost’ Sanctuary Of Apollo Has Been Rediscovered In Cyprus — Along With New Artifacts

Originally discovered in 1885, the Sanctuary of Apollo in Cyprus was reburied and lost to the ages — until now.

By Kaleena Fraga • May 7, 2025

Archaeologists Exploring Egypt’s ‘Fortress Of The East’ Just Found The Ruins Of A Moat And A Walkway Once Lined With 500 Trees

Researchers working at Tell Abu Saifi in the Sinai Desert also uncovered soldiers' quarters, a 328-foot road, and four massive kilns used for making lime.

By Austin Harvey • May 7, 2025

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Archaeologists Exploring Egypt’s ‘Fortress Of The East’ Just Found The Ruins Of A Moat And A Walkway Once Lined With 500 Trees

Researchers working at Tell Abu Saifi in the Sinai Desert also uncovered soldiers' quarters, a 328-foot road, and four massive kilns used for making lime.

By Austin Harvey • May 7, 2025

An Entire Ancient Roman Town Was Discovered Off A Highway In Southern England

In addition to ancient Roman pottery, jewelry, rare coins, and evidence of a road system, the 18-acre site in Newington, England also held the remains of an ancient temple.

By Marco Margaritoff • May 7, 2025

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An Entire Ancient Roman Town Was Discovered Off A Highway In Southern England

In addition to ancient Roman pottery, jewelry, rare coins, and evidence of a road system, the 18-acre site in Newington, England also held the remains of an ancient temple.

By Marco Margaritoff • May 7, 2025