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A severe drought in Iraq has led to an astonishing archaeological discovery as a 3,400-year-old city from the Mittani Empire emerged when water levels in the Mosul reservoir receded. This ancient city, believed to be Zakhiku, has captivated the attention of archaeologists and historians. In response to the city’s unexpected appearance, archaeologists from Germany and […]

In the picturesque Tuscan town of Chiusi, Italy, a wealth of ancient Etruscan artifacts has fascinated scholars for over a century. The narrative begins in the late 19th century when a notable tomb group, discovered around 1895, was sent to the Field Museum in Chicago, thanks to A. L. Frothingham Jr. This set the stage […]

Pavlopetri, located off the southern coast of Laconia in Greece, is considered the oldest submerged city in the world, dating back around 5,000 years and predating Homeric heroes. The city was first discovered in 1904 by geologist Folkion Negris and later rediscovered in 1967 by Nicholas Flemming, who conducted a survey with a team from […]

Tristan Dare, a 19-year-old blacksmith from Idaho, has captivated global attention with his latest creation: a sword crafted from a 4.5-billion-year-old meteorite. Named “Nebula,” this sword is made from the meteorite known as “Swiss Sky Iron” (Muonionalusta), which originated in Germany and was discovered after landing on Earth a million years ago. The sword features […]

In the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York, three ceremonial arrowheads from 15th-century Bohemia offer a glimpse into royal power and artistry. These artifacts, dating from 1437 to 1439, were not used in battle; instead, they symbolize rank and were likely employed in ceremonial contexts by Bohemian royalty. Each arrowhead features the monogram AR […]

In Niger’s Sahara Desert, the Dabous giraffe carvings, which are about 9,000 years old, reveal a time when the region was a lush ecosystem filled with wildlife. Discovered near Agadez, these life-sized depictions of giraffes and human figures have captivated researchers and art enthusiasts. The Sahara was once a verdant grassland inhabited by elephants and […]

Introduction On July 31, 2024, a remarkable discovery occurred in the ancient city of Aphrodisias in western Turkey when archaeologists uncovered an exquisite marble head of Zeus. Dating back to the 2nd or 3rd century AD, this sculpture stands approximately 66 centimeters tall and showcases the intricate craftsmanship of ancient artisans. The Ancient City of […]

In ancient Greece, women were barred from studying medicine for many years—until one courageous individual defied the law. Born around 300 BC, Agnodice was determined to become a physician. She disguised herself as a man by cutting her hair short and donning men’s clothing to enroll in the prestigious medical school in Alexandria. After completing […]

Introduction In 1939, an important archaeological discovery took place in Avenches, once the capital of the Helvetii tribe in modern-day Switzerland. During excavations at Aventicum, archaeologists unearthed a stunning relic—a golden bust of the esteemed Emperor Marcus Aurelius. This remarkable artifact not only represents a masterpiece of art but also symbolizes the power and sophistication […]

An astonishing finding at Apidima Cave in Greece has revealed a human skull dated to be 210,000 years old, known as Apidima 1, which is recognized as the oldest evidence of Homo sapiens outside of Africa. This research, published in the journal Nature, extends the timeline of human migration from Africa by more than 50,000 […]