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Archaeologists In Türkiye Just Unearthed A 1,600-Year-Old Drinking Filter Made Of Bronze

Researchers excavating the ruins of Hadrianopolis in western Türkiye discovered a bronze beverage filter that was used to strain impurities from drinks in the 5th century C.E.

By Amber Morgan Feb 11, 2025

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Archaeologists In Türkiye Just Unearthed A 1,600-Year-Old Drinking Filter Made Of Bronze

Researchers excavating the ruins of Hadrianopolis in western Türkiye discovered a bronze beverage filter that was used to strain impurities from drinks in the 5th century C.E.

By Amber Morgan February 11, 2025

What Is The Black Madonna — And Why Are There So Many Depictions Of Her In Europe?

While some think medieval artists used materials that naturally darkened over time — or simply repurposed old pagan artworks — others believe the Black Madonna's skin tone was completely intentional.

By Amber Morgan Feb 10, 2025

What Is The Black Madonna — And Why Are There So Many Depictions Of Her In Europe?

By Amber Morgan February 10, 2025

The Tragic Story Of Ruth Ellis, The Last Woman Hanged In The United Kingdom

In 1955, Ruth Ellis was hanged for shooting her lover David Blakely. Her execution sparked a public conversation that would ultimately lead to the abolishment of the death penalty.

By Kara Goldfarb Feb 9, 2025

The Tragic Story Of Ruth Ellis, The Last Woman Hanged In The United Kingdom

In 1955, Ruth Ellis was hanged for shooting her lover David Blakely. Her execution sparked a public conversation that would ultimately lead to the abolishment of the death penalty.

By Kara Goldfarb February 9, 2025

The Fascinating History Of The Siberian Unicorn, The Rhinoceros That May Have Inspired Fairy Tales

Elasmotherium sibiricum was a massive rhinoceros that once lived in the grasslands of Eurasia and could grow to the size of an elephant.

By Erin Kelly Feb 9, 2025

The Fascinating History Of The Siberian Unicorn, The Rhinoceros That May Have Inspired Fairy Tales

Elasmotherium sibiricum was a massive rhinoceros that once lived in the grasslands of Eurasia and could grow to the size of an elephant.

By Erin Kelly February 9, 2025

Researchers Find Evidence Of Cannibalism On 18,000-Year-Old Bones Discovered In A Polish Cave

Nearly 70 percent of the bone fragments examined featured cut marks and intentional fractures that suggested cannibals feasted on the brains and bone marrow of their victims.

By Amber Morgan Feb 7, 2025

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Researchers Find Evidence Of Cannibalism On 18,000-Year-Old Bones Discovered In A Polish Cave

Nearly 70 percent of the bone fragments examined featured cut marks and intentional fractures that suggested cannibals feasted on the brains and bone marrow of their victims.

By Amber Morgan February 7, 2025

Archaeologists In Sicily Just Unearthed A Plaster Mold Used To Make Medusa Masks 2,000 Years Ago

This mold was one of several found nearby, leading archaeologists to believe that this site served as an artisanal mask factory starting in the first century B.C.E.

By Austin Harvey Feb 7, 2025

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Archaeologists In Sicily Just Unearthed A Plaster Mold Used To Make Medusa Masks 2,000 Years Ago

This mold was one of several found nearby, leading archaeologists to believe that this site served as an artisanal mask factory starting in the first century B.C.E.

By Austin Harvey February 7, 2025

3,500-Year-Old Prosthetic Hand Made Out Of Bronze Discovered In Switzerland

The bronze and gold foil hand has baffled archaeologists in what is one of the country's most unique finds from the Bronze Age.

By Leah Silverman Feb 6, 2025

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3,500-Year-Old Prosthetic Hand Made Out Of Bronze Discovered In Switzerland

The bronze and gold foil hand has baffled archaeologists in what is one of the country's most unique finds from the Bronze Age.

By Leah Silverman February 6, 2025

Archaeologists Just Found A 1,900-Year-Old Roman Ritual Site Deep Inside A Spanish Cave

Researchers exploring Spain's Cova de les Dones discovered a Roman coin and 15 inscriptions in its interior chamber, revealing that the cave served as a Roman sanctuary in the first century C.E.

By Amber Morgan Feb 5, 2025

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Archaeologists Just Found A 1,900-Year-Old Roman Ritual Site Deep Inside A Spanish Cave

Researchers exploring Spain's Cova de les Dones discovered a Roman coin and 15 inscriptions in its interior chamber, revealing that the cave served as a Roman sanctuary in the first century C.E.

By Amber Morgan February 5, 2025

Cache Of 1,800-Year-Old Roman Coins Found By A Metal Detectorist Beneath A Farmer’s Field In England

While metal detecting in a Leicestershire field, bathroom fitter David Dunn discovered a rare hoard of 50 Roman coins expected to fetch nearly $2,000 at auction.

By Amber Morgan Feb 4, 2025

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Cache Of 1,800-Year-Old Roman Coins Found By A Metal Detectorist Beneath A Farmer’s Field In England

While metal detecting in a Leicestershire field, bathroom fitter David Dunn discovered a rare hoard of 50 Roman coins expected to fetch nearly $2,000 at auction.

By Amber Morgan February 4, 2025