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The Story Of Anansi, West Africa’s Legendary Spider-Man

A beloved figure of Ghanaian folklore, Anansi is a charming trickster who triumphs over larger and more powerful adversaries by using his wits.

By Bernadette Giacomazzo • Sep 5, 2024

The Story Of Anansi, West Africa’s Legendary Spider-Man

A beloved figure of Ghanaian folklore, Anansi is a charming trickster who triumphs over larger and more powerful adversaries by using his wits.

By Bernadette Giacomazzo • September 5, 2024

Archaeology Student Discovers Seven Viking Arm Rings In A Field In Denmark

Gustav Bruunsgaard was searching a field in Elsted, Denmark, with a metal detector when he made this "spectacular" discovery that dates back to 800 C.E.

By Amber Morgan • Sep 4, 2024

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Archaeology Student Discovers Seven Viking Arm Rings In A Field In Denmark

Gustav Bruunsgaard was searching a field in Elsted, Denmark, with a metal detector when he made this "spectacular" discovery that dates back to 800 C.E.

By Amber Morgan • September 4, 2024

A 1,700-Year-Old Alemannic Tomb Containing Grave Goods Including An Intact Comb Has Been Unearthed In Germany

Workers preparing to build a housing complex in the town of Gerstetten happened upon a tomb from the 4th century C.E. that was filled with artifacts including ceramics, glass vessels, and a comb with its handle and teeth intact.

By Kaleena Fraga • Sep 4, 2024

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A 1,700-Year-Old Alemannic Tomb Containing Grave Goods Including An Intact Comb Has Been Unearthed In Germany

Workers preparing to build a housing complex in the town of Gerstetten happened upon a tomb from the 4th century C.E. that was filled with artifacts including ceramics, glass vessels, and a comb with its handle and teeth intact.

By Kaleena Fraga • September 4, 2024

Who Were The Picts, The Mysterious People Of Ancient Scotland?

Tattooed in blue dye from head to toe, the Picts were an ancient people who once inhabited Scotland and turned back the Roman Empire.

By Mark Oliver • Sep 4, 2024

Who Were The Picts, The Mysterious People Of Ancient Scotland?

Tattooed in blue dye from head to toe, the Picts were an ancient people who once inhabited Scotland and turned back the Roman Empire.

By Mark Oliver • September 4, 2024

World War 1 Hand Grenade Mistaken For Potato Found In Chinese Chips Factory

The century-old grenade was still functional and Hong Kong police had to quickly detonate the device in an abandoned alley.

By Marco Margaritoff • Sep 4, 2024

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World War 1 Hand Grenade Mistaken For Potato Found In Chinese Chips Factory

The century-old grenade was still functional and Hong Kong police had to quickly detonate the device in an abandoned alley.

By Marco Margaritoff • September 4, 2024

Biblical Mosaics Depicting The Story Of Elim And End Of Days Found In 1,600-Year-Old Synagogue

In the last decade, the Huqoq Excavation Project has found mosaics depicting Noah's Ark, the parting of the Red Sea, and more in a 5th century synagogue.

By Marco Margaritoff • Sep 4, 2024

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Biblical Mosaics Depicting The Story Of Elim And End Of Days Found In 1,600-Year-Old Synagogue

In the last decade, the Huqoq Excavation Project has found mosaics depicting Noah's Ark, the parting of the Red Sea, and more in a 5th century synagogue.

By Marco Margaritoff • September 4, 2024

The Story Of Cynthia Lennon And Her Tumultuous, Abusive Marriage To Beatles Icon John Lennon

John Lennon abused and neglected his "secret" first wife Cynthia Lennon for years before he eventually left her for Yoko Ono.

By Amber Morgan • Sep 3, 2024

The Story Of Cynthia Lennon And Her Tumultuous, Abusive Marriage To Beatles Icon John Lennon

John Lennon abused and neglected his "secret" first wife Cynthia Lennon for years before he eventually left her for Yoko Ono.

By Amber Morgan • September 3, 2024

Submerged Bridge In A Mallorcan Cave Reveals Humans Settled On The Island At Least 6,000 Years Ago

New analysis of a submerged limestone bridge found in Genovesa Cave on the Mediterranean island of Mallorca suggests that humans settled on the island thousands of years before experts previously believed.

By Amber Morgan • Sep 3, 2024

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Submerged Bridge In A Mallorcan Cave Reveals Humans Settled On The Island At Least 6,000 Years Ago

New analysis of a submerged limestone bridge found in Genovesa Cave on the Mediterranean island of Mallorca suggests that humans settled on the island thousands of years before experts previously believed.

By Amber Morgan • September 3, 2024

Roman Military Camp Discovered In The Swiss Alps At 7,200 Feet

Dating back 2,000 years, this encampment was presumably used by the Roman Legions during a battle at nearby Crap Ses Gorge in 15 B.C.E., amid Emperor Augustus' conquest of the Alps.

By Austin Harvey • Sep 3, 2024

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Roman Military Camp Discovered In The Swiss Alps At 7,200 Feet

Dating back 2,000 years, this encampment was presumably used by the Roman Legions during a battle at nearby Crap Ses Gorge in 15 B.C.E., amid Emperor Augustus' conquest of the Alps.

By Austin Harvey • September 3, 2024

Squanto: The True Story Of The Native American Behind The First Thanksgiving

Without Squanto's help as an interpreter, negotiator, and agricultural advisor, the Mayflower Pilgrims may not have survived their early years at Plymouth.

By Gina Dimuro • Sep 3, 2024

Squanto: The True Story Of The Native American Behind The First Thanksgiving

Without Squanto's help as an interpreter, negotiator, and agricultural advisor, the Mayflower Pilgrims may not have survived their early years at Plymouth.

By Gina Dimuro • September 3, 2024