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mrbill 24/10/2024

The Siberian unicorn once roamed among humans and survived in Eastern Europe and Western Asia until at least 39,000 years ago, around the same time as Neanderthals and early modern humans.

The Sierian unicorn once roamed among humans, emerging in eastern Europe and western Asia until at least 39,000 years ago, around the same time as Neanderthals and early modern humans. An extinct giant rhinoceros, sometimes described as a “Sierian unicorn,” lingered on the planet far longer than scientists previously thought, new research shows. A study published Monday in the journal Nature Ecology & Evolution says the furry creature once roamed among humans, emerging in eastern Europe and western Asia until at least 39,000 years ago — around the same time as Neanderthals and early modern humans. The report's authors have...

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mrbill 24/10/2024

Revealing Ancient Secrets: Intact 4,400-Year-Old Tomb of Egyptian High Priest Discovered, Untouched and Unlooted

Egyptian archaeologists have discovered a wooden boat mound dating back more than 4,400 years at the compound pyramid at Saqqara, south of the capital Cairo. Antiquities Minister Khalid al-Anani told a news conference: "It is exceptionally well preserved, coloured, with inlaid sculptures. It is more than 4,400 years old," he said.The discovery of a stone-founded tomb more than 4,400 years old at the Saqqara complex south of the capital Cairo has shocked archaeologists.Khaled al-Anany, Minister of Antiquities, told reporters: "It is exceptionally well preserved, coloured, with inlaid sculptures. It is more than 4,400 years old," he added. According to Al-Anany,...

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mrbill 24/10/2024

Mammoths and Mastery: Giant Pits Unearth Prehistoric Human Effort to Domesticate Woolly Giants More Than 15,000 Years Ago in Mexico

Mexican anthropologists say they have found two pits built by humans and dug 15,000 years ago to trap mammoths. Researchers at Mexico's National Institute of Anthropology and History said Wednesday that the pits were discovered during excavations on land that was to be used as a garbage dump. The pits, filled with the remains of at least 14 mammoths, were found in the Toltepec neighborhood just north of Mexico City. Some of the animals were apparently sacrificed. Mexican anthropologists say they have found two pits built by humans dug 15,000 years ago to trap mammoths Photograph from Mexico's National Institute...

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mrbill 24/10/2024

Around 4000 BC, a girl from Vedbaek, Denmark, was buried with her infant son lying on the wing of a swan.

At the ancient cemetery of Vedbaek, Denmark, an extraordinary discovery from around 4000 BC has captured the attention of archaeologists and historians alike. Known as the “Swan Wing Burial,” Grave 8 contains the remains of a young woman and her child, arranged in a captivating and enigmatic manner. The young girl is believed to have died during childbirth, leaving behind her premature body. The burial arrangement is what sets it apart as a striking example of ancient symbolism and belief systems. The 𝚋𝚊𝚋𝚢 was carefully placed on the wing of a swan, sparking intense debates among experts about the meaning...

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mrbill 24/10/2024

Ancient Wonder Revealed: World's Oldest Chachapoya Mummy Found in Uchucmarca Region

Located within the boundaries of the National Museum of Archaeology, Anthropology and History of Peru in Lima, lies an enigmatic testimony to ancient Peruvian culture: the Pacaras Mummy Necropolis. Preserved by the gentle embrace of nature, this site offers a captivating glimpse into the customs and traditions of bygone eras. Originally coined by Peruvian archaeologist Julio C. Tello as “Paracas-Necropolis,” this archaeological treasure is now recognized as an important facet of the Topará culture. Dating back to the period between 500 BC and AD 200, this culture thrived in the Chincha Valley, located further north of its famous necropolis. At...

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msngan 24/10/2024

Sandals made of esparto grass, dating back 7,000 years, were discovered in the Cueva de los Murciélagos, Spain, dating to between 5200 and 4800 BC.

In the realm of archaeological discoveries, few objects evoke as much fascination and curiosity as an attractive pair of shoes. Recently, a remarkable pair of shoes dating back 7,000 years has caught the attention of historians and enthusiasts alike. Made from esparto grass, these shoes offer a rare glimpse into the life and craftsmanship of our distant ancestors. Discovered in the Cueva de los Murciélagos (Bat Cave) in Spain, these sacales are estimated to have been made between 5200 and 4800 BC, during the Neolithic period. The cave, located in the province of Granada, has long been a treasure trove...

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mrbill 24/10/2024

20 skeletons from a medieval mass were found in a Dutch dike

In 2020, construction workers in the Netherlands made a gruesome discovery. While working in the town of Vianen, they came across an enigmatic mass burial. Were the 82 skeletons victims of war, a plague, or something more sinister? Now archaeologists have an answer, but it's not what they expected: the mass grave contained the remains of British soldiers. Discovering the mysterious mass grave of Vianen Workers were excavating Vianen's historic moat when they made the surprising discovery. They were excavating a filled-in section that would be rejoined to the rest of the town's canal, and while working outside the grounds...

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msngan 24/10/2024

Egypt’s Temple Mystery: Beings from Beyond?

In the depths of the Egyptian desert, a discovery has shaken the world of archaeology and history. A group of explorers has uncovered an ancient temple, hidden for thousands of years, containing enigmatic statues and carvings unlike anything ever found before. These statues, towering over the desert floor, depict strange, humanoid figures with extraterrestrial features, raising chilling questions about the forgotten past of Egypt and the world. The temple, nestled deep within a forgotten part of the desert, seems to suggest that the ancient Egyptians, or perhaps an even older civilization, had contact with beings from beyond our planet. The...

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mrbill 24/10/2024

Japan’s Giant Samurai: Millennia-Old Legend Revived

In a shocking and surprising find, archaeologists in Japan have unearthed the remains of what many believe to be the legendary "Giant Samurai," a mythical figure who has puzzled historians for centuries. The discovery, made in a remote mountainous area on the island of Honshu, has caused a stir not only in the academic world, but also among those who still hold to beliefs in ancient Japanese myths. The remains, found more than three metres underground, show an enormously large bone structure. Experts estimate that the individual was over 2.30 metres tall, an astonishing height for the time in which...

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mrbill 24/10/2024

Egypt’s 3,000-Year-Old Can: Pharaoh’s Hidden Relic

A groundbreaking discovery has left the archaeological world in shock: a 3,000-year-old beverage can has been unearthed in the tomb of an Egyptian pharaoh. This startling find is challenging everything we thought we knew about ancient civilizations. The tomb, located in the Valley of the Kings, is known to hold the remains of a powerful pharaoh. During a recent excavation, archaeologists made a mind-boggling discovery when they found a perfectly preserved can buried alongside royal treasures. Upon further analysis, experts have confirmed that the artifact dates back over 3,000 years, sparking intrigue about its mysterious origins. What baffles researchers is...

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