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Enormous Neolithic Monument In The Shape Of Two Horseshoes Discovered In France

After uncovering this 646,000-square-foot behemoth in Marliens, archaeologists said, "This type of monument seems unprecedented and currently no comparison has been possible."

By Amber Morgan • May 17, 2024

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Enormous Neolithic Monument In The Shape Of Two Horseshoes Discovered In France

After uncovering this 646,000-square-foot behemoth in Marliens, archaeologists said, "This type of monument seems unprecedented and currently no comparison has been possible."

By Amber Morgan • May 17, 2024

A New Study Suggests That This 130,000-Year-Old Bear Bone Is One Of The Earliest Examples Of Neanderthal Art

Incisions made by Neanderthals on this prehistoric bear bone seem to be deliberate and non-utilitarian, suggesting they are an early example of symbolic art.

By Austin Harvey • May 17, 2024

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A New Study Suggests That This 130,000-Year-Old Bear Bone Is One Of The Earliest Examples Of Neanderthal Art

Incisions made by Neanderthals on this prehistoric bear bone seem to be deliberate and non-utilitarian, suggesting they are an early example of symbolic art.

By Austin Harvey • May 17, 2024

Researchers Just Uncovered Graffiti Carved On A Wooden Door At England’s Dover Castle During The Napoleonic Era

The graffiti depicts ships, initials, and several people being hanged — including one that might be Napoleon himself.

By Kaleena Fraga • May 17, 2024

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Researchers Just Uncovered Graffiti Carved On A Wooden Door At England’s Dover Castle During The Napoleonic Era

The graffiti depicts ships, initials, and several people being hanged — including one that might be Napoleon himself.

By Kaleena Fraga • May 17, 2024

Archaeologists Just Unearthed A Roman Villa Complete With An Indoor Pool In Albania

While excavating the site of a future school building, Albanian archaeologists discovered the ruins of ancient villas where Roman elites once lived — and one held an elaborate indoor pool.

By Austin Harvey • May 16, 2024

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Archaeologists Just Unearthed A Roman Villa Complete With An Indoor Pool In Albania

While excavating the site of a future school building, Albanian archaeologists discovered the ruins of ancient villas where Roman elites once lived — and one held an elaborate indoor pool.

By Austin Harvey • May 16, 2024

The Remains Of A 14th-Century Church Were Found Under The Tennis Court At Visegrád Castle In Hungary

This discovery marks the first time that pre-Ottoman structures have been unearthed at Visegrád Castle — and research is just getting underway.

By Austin Harvey • May 15, 2024

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The Remains Of A 14th-Century Church Were Found Under The Tennis Court At Visegrád Castle In Hungary

This discovery marks the first time that pre-Ottoman structures have been unearthed at Visegrád Castle — and research is just getting underway.

By Austin Harvey • May 15, 2024

What Is A Kraken, The Frightening Sea Monster From Scandinavian Lore?

A squid-like beast said to live in the sea between Norway and Iceland, the Kraken is one of the world's most legendary sea creatures.

By Marco Margaritoff • May 13, 2024

What Is A Kraken, The Frightening Sea Monster From Scandinavian Lore?

A squid-like beast said to live in the sea between Norway and Iceland, the Kraken is one of the world's most legendary sea creatures.

By Marco Margaritoff • May 13, 2024

A New Analysis Of Beethoven’s Hair May Finally Reveal Why The Legendary Composer Went Deaf

Staggeringly high levels of lead were found in Ludwig van Beethoven's hair, as well as mercury and arsenic.

By Austin Harvey • May 13, 2024

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A New Analysis Of Beethoven’s Hair May Finally Reveal Why The Legendary Composer Went Deaf

Staggeringly high levels of lead were found in Ludwig van Beethoven's hair, as well as mercury and arsenic.

By Austin Harvey • May 13, 2024

A 1,600-Year-Old Stone Covered In The Pre-Latin Ogham Script Was Uncovered In An English Garden

Geography teacher Graham Senior came across a stone inscribed with the ancient Irish writing while weeding his garden in Coventry.

By Austin Harvey • May 10, 2024

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A 1,600-Year-Old Stone Covered In The Pre-Latin Ogham Script Was Uncovered In An English Garden

Geography teacher Graham Senior came across a stone inscribed with the ancient Irish writing while weeding his garden in Coventry.

By Austin Harvey • May 10, 2024

While Preparing For Road Construction In England, Workers Just Happened Upon A Wooden Well From The Bronze Age

In addition to the 2,700-year-old well, archaeologists also found struck flint, animal bone, and pottery used for storage and waste.

By Kaleena Fraga • May 10, 2024

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While Preparing For Road Construction In England, Workers Just Happened Upon A Wooden Well From The Bronze Age

In addition to the 2,700-year-old well, archaeologists also found struck flint, animal bone, and pottery used for storage and waste.

By Kaleena Fraga • May 10, 2024

Archaeologists Uncover A Centuries-Old Pottery Workshop In France With Cookware Still In The Kiln

Archaeologists discovered a large kiln used for making cookware and serving dishes and a second, smaller kiln used to hold pottery waste.

By Amber Morgan • May 8, 2024

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Archaeologists Uncover A Centuries-Old Pottery Workshop In France With Cookware Still In The Kiln

Archaeologists discovered a large kiln used for making cookware and serving dishes and a second, smaller kiln used to hold pottery waste.

By Amber Morgan • May 8, 2024