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Introduction of the Brooch The Roman hare brooch from an Oxfordshire site has recently returned from conservation, drawing attention during Easter. Symbolism of Hares Hares historically symbolize fertility, spring, and renewal due to their energetic behavior in the breeding season, leading to the saying “as mad as a March hare.” They are also linked to […]

Around 5000 years ago, the Sumerians, inhabitants of ancient Mesopotamia (modern-day Iraq), forever changed the way humanity perceives and measures time. Their development of a sophisticated numerical system, based on the number 60—known as the sexagesimal system—was a groundbreaking achievement. This system led to the division of an hour into 60 minutes and a minute […]

The exploration of human origins has long fascinated both the scientific community and the general public. From the legendary Lucy skeleton to the newly identified Homo naledi, each fossil discovery has the potential to transform our understanding of humanity’s evolutionary history. On December 6th, 2023, an extraordinary find was presented to the world – the […]

Introduction On the island of Crete, the Minoan road stands out as an ancient architectural wonder, connecting the city of Knossos with Gortyn and Lebena. Spanning approximately 50 kilometers, this road has endured for over 3,500 years, reflecting the advanced construction techniques of the Minoan civilization. The Minoan Civilization: A Source of Innovation The Minoan […]

In the heart of Guatemala’s Maya Biosphere Reserve, a significant archaeological discovery has shed new light on the enigmatic Mayan civilization. A team of researchers has unearthed a collection of small ceramic figurines, each containing stories from a distant past. In 2006, archaeologists at the El Perú-Waka’ site found 23 ceramic figures arranged in a […]

In the heart of Egypt, near Luxor, the walls of the Karnak Temple and Pharaoh Ramesses II’s temple in Thebes hold a secret. The hieroglyphics carved into these ancient stones describe a great battle against the “Great King of Khatti” and the subsequent peace treaty. For centuries, these inscriptions remained a mystery until Jean-François Champollion’s […]

The ancient world has always been fascinating, filled with its intricate histories, intriguing personalities, and breathtaking artifacts that continue to inspire both scholars and the general public. Among the numerous extraordinary finds, one discovery that particularly captivates attention is the excavation of Eurydice’s marble throne, the grandmother of the famed Alexander the Great, located within […]

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The tale of Peter Kurten, notoriously referred to as the “Vampire of Dusseldorf,” stands as one of the most disturbing narratives in the history of crime. A deranged German serial killer, Kurten’s reign of horror concluded with his execution by guillotine in 1931. Ironically, his severed head now rests in the unsettling confines of Ripley’s […]

The realm of torture devices has intrigued the public for centuries, whether depicted in literature or on screen. From the Iron Maiden to the Rack, history is filled with various instruments of torment that have captured the imagination. Among these notorious tools, one particularly stands out for its horrifying nature and unsettling design – the […]