The only successful attempt: humanity has tried to domesticate wolves several times, and modern dogs are the only successful result
For thousands of years, the line between wolves and dogs has been blurred. Groups of people in different parts of the world, independently of each other, have repeatedly tried to domesticate wild wolves. However, we can see the result of only one such attempt today. A recent study shows that even after dogs spread across Eurasia and the Americas,…
Archaeological evidence of the legend of the wizard Merlin’s tomb found in Scotland
Archaeologists have discovered ancient burials and remains of fortifications in the Tweeddale region of southern Scotland that may confirm local folklore about the tomb of the legendary wizard Merlin.
Touching history: boy accidentally breaks 3500-year-old amphora in Israeli museum
We wanted to show the child the story, but she decided to rewrite it.
Replacing a bar counter: a precious Roman sarcophagus was accidentally found on a beach in Bulgaria
The sarcophagus is estimated to be 1700 years old, but this did not faze the owner of a Bulgarian beach bar, who used the ancient Roman coffin as a table.
Stellar secrets of the pharaohs: a giant observatory 2600 years old found in Egypt
Archaeologists have discovered the first and largest astronomical observatory of the 6th century BC in the temple of Buto at the archaeological site of Tel el-Fara’in in the Egyptian province of Kafr el-Sheikh.
«Lord, let them die a horrible death»: archaeologist finds gruesome inscriptions in Roman prison
An archaeologist has identified rare remains of a Roman prison in Corinth, Greece.
Man destroys 6000-year-old cave painting for Facebook photo
They say that art is eternal. But not when an amateur photographer from Facebook gets involved
Calendar older than the pyramids: archaeologists decipher 12,000-year-old symbols in Turkey
Archaeologists suggest that the 12,000-year-old markings on a stone pillar at Gebekli Tepe may be the oldest solar calendar in history, created to commemorate a catastrophic comet impact.
Scent of power: scientists recreated Julius Caesar’s perfume and plan to sell it
Researchers from the Association of Culture and Tourism of Fragrances have reconstructed the «Telinum» perfume used by Julius Caesar based on historical data and archaeological findings.
Turkey unearths 12,000-year-old shaman’s tomb — with hints of violent ancient rituals
The woman’s skull, partridge wings, and marten paws were found in the grave.
60 ancient burials with strange artifacts for the afterlife found in Egypt
An archaeological expedition has discovered dozens of ancient Egyptian burials in the city of Damietta containing valuable artifacts, including bronze coins and gold figurines.
180 years ahead of time: metal from the future discovered in an ancient alchemist’s laboratory
Archaeological excavations have revealed traces of tungsten in the laboratory of Danish astronomer Tycho Brahe, although this element was officially discovered only in the 18th century.
Archaeologists have found the oldest sales receipt: what was bought 3500 years ago?
It is the first time in history that someone has kept a check for so long.
«The alien mummies» found in Peru have fingerprints that do not resemble human ones
Analysis of the fingerprints of one of the controversial «alien mummies» from Peru revealed unusual diagonal grooves that may indicate the non-human origin of these mysterious remains.
Archaeologists discover chariot racing arena in ancient Spain
Archaeologists have discovered the remains of a chariot racing arena and other previously unknown structures in the Roman city of Irunya-Velea in northern Spain using lidar technology.
Vesuvius attacked twice: archaeologists discover unexpected cause of death in Pompeii
Archaeologists have long argued about the exact causes of the deaths of Pompeii residents during the eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 79 AD. A new study published in the journal Frontiers in Earth Scienceexamines the impact of earthquakes that occurred immediately before and during the volcanic eruption.
Underground Mayan temple or secret vault? New discovery of archaeologists in Mexico
Archaeologists have made an important discovery in the Mexican state of Campeche. During the excavation of the Maya ball field, researchers discovered an underground structure with painted walls.
From holy to sinful: 2000-year-old Caligula’s gardens discovered in Vatican by accident
Not far from the Vatican, construction workers came across a unique find — the gardens that belonged to the Roman Emperor Caligula. This historical monument, which is more than 2000 years old, is located on the banks of the Tiber.
Archaeological sensation in Peru: an ancient temple with human remains found under the sand
In northwestern Peru, archaeologists have discovered the ruins of a 5,000-year-old ceremonial temple and human remains under a sand dune. The discovery is located in the Zaña region and is part of the archaeological complex Los Paredones de la Otra Banda — Las Animas
The oldest narrative rock painting has been discovered – it is approximately 51,200 years old
Among the huge rock walls of an Indonesian island, archaeologists have discovered the oldest known example of storytelling art.
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