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Analysis of the residues revealed definitive evidence for noscapine, hydrocotarnine, morphine, thebaine, and papaverine—well-known diagnostic biomarkers for opium.
Analysis of the residues revealed definitive evidence for noscapine, hydrocotarnine, morphine, thebaine, and papaverine—well-known diagnostic biomarkers for opium.
Opium use in ancient Egypt: Alabaster vase residue points to widespread use
Examination of an ancient alabaster vase in the Yale Peabody Museum's Babylonian Collection has revealed traces of opiates, providing the clearest evidence to date of broad opium use in ancient Egypti...
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Analysis of the residues revealed definitive evidence for noscapine, hydrocotarnine, morphine, thebaine, and papaverine—well-known diagnostic biomarkers for opium.
Analysis of the residues revealed definitive evidence for noscapine, hydrocotarnine, morphine, thebaine, and papaverine—well-known diagnostic biomarkers for opium.
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The excavations, focused on the area of ancient Roman Cillium, on the border with present-day Algeria, concentrate on imposing structures linked to oil production, including two torcularia, olive pressing facilities.
The excavations, focused on the area of ancient Roman Cillium, on the border with present-day Algeria, concentrate on imposing structures linked to oil production, including two torcularia, olive pressing facilities.
Archaeologists reveal second-largest Roman olive oil mill in the Roman Empire
Ca' Foscari University of Venice is co-directing a major international archaeological mission in the Kasserine region of Tunisia. The excavations, focused on the area of ancient Roman Cillium, on the ...
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The excavations, focused on the area of ancient Roman Cillium, on the border with present-day Algeria, concentrate on imposing structures linked to oil production, including two torcularia, olive pressing facilities.
The excavations, focused on the area of ancient Roman Cillium, on the border with present-day Algeria, concentrate on imposing structures linked to oil production, including two torcularia, olive pressing facilities.
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Three of the nine excavated boats form the heart of a new permanent exhibition at Peterborough's Flag Fen Archaeology Park.
Three of the nine excavated boats form the heart of a new permanent exhibition at Peterborough's Flag Fen Archaeology Park.
Rare Bronze Age log boats on display in Peterborough first
The boats
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November 14, 2025 at 10:25 AM
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Three of the nine excavated boats form the heart of a new permanent exhibition at Peterborough's Flag Fen Archaeology Park.
Three of the nine excavated boats form the heart of a new permanent exhibition at Peterborough's Flag Fen Archaeology Park.
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The roughly three-inch-tall goblet features two scenes: one of a human-animal hybrid and a snake, and a second of two human-like figures, a snake and the sun, which sits above a crescent-shaped object.
The roughly three-inch-tall goblet features two scenes: one of a human-animal hybrid and a snake, and a second of two human-like figures, a snake and the sun, which sits above a crescent-shaped object.
Scholars Thought This Ancient Silver Goblet Told One Myth for 50 Years. Is It Actually Telling Another Story?
A new study asserts that the Bronze Age goblet may be one of the earliest known depictions of cosmology, featuring gods creating celestial order from chaos
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November 14, 2025 at 10:23 AM
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The roughly three-inch-tall goblet features two scenes: one of a human-animal hybrid and a snake, and a second of two human-like figures, a snake and the sun, which sits above a crescent-shaped object.
The roughly three-inch-tall goblet features two scenes: one of a human-animal hybrid and a snake, and a second of two human-like figures, a snake and the sun, which sits above a crescent-shaped object.
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Argishtikhinili, founded in 774 BCE, was one of the main administrative and economic centres of the Kingdom of Urartu in the South Caucasus during the 8th and 7th centuries BCE.
Argishtikhinili, founded in 774 BCE, was one of the main administrative and economic centres of the Kingdom of Urartu in the South Caucasus during the 8th and 7th centuries BCE.
Armenian-Polish team discovers stone slab with carved human facial features and vast burial ground
An Armenian-Polish archaeological expedition working at the Argishtikhinili site in Armenia has discovered a stone slab carved with human facial features, described by researchers as a “stone idol,” a...
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Argishtikhinili, founded in 774 BCE, was one of the main administrative and economic centres of the Kingdom of Urartu in the South Caucasus during the 8th and 7th centuries BCE.
Argishtikhinili, founded in 774 BCE, was one of the main administrative and economic centres of the Kingdom of Urartu in the South Caucasus during the 8th and 7th centuries BCE.
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New analyses of drone imagery and sediment samples that reveal numerical patterns in layout, potential parallels with Inca knotted-string records and the presence of crops and wild plants.
New analyses of drone imagery and sediment samples that reveal numerical patterns in layout, potential parallels with Inca knotted-string records and the presence of crops and wild plants.
Indigenous accounting and exchange at Monte Sierpe (‘Band of Holes’) in the Pisco Valley, Peru | Antiquity | Cambridge Core
Indigenous accounting and exchange at Monte Sierpe (‘Band of Holes’) in the Pisco Valley, Peru
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November 10, 2025 at 7:17 PM
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New analyses of drone imagery and sediment samples that reveal numerical patterns in layout, potential parallels with Inca knotted-string records and the presence of crops and wild plants.
New analyses of drone imagery and sediment samples that reveal numerical patterns in layout, potential parallels with Inca knotted-string records and the presence of crops and wild plants.
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Between the 16th and 19th centuries, witch bottles were popular items of protective magic. During the early half of this period, when witch hunts and trials were most prevalent, protection magic was at its height.
Between the 16th and 19th centuries, witch bottles were popular items of protective magic. During the early half of this period, when witch hunts and trials were most prevalent, protection magic was at its height.
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Between the 16th and 19th centuries, witch bottles were popular items of protective magic. During the early half of this period, when witch hunts and trials were most prevalent, protection magic was at its height.
Between the 16th and 19th centuries, witch bottles were popular items of protective magic. During the early half of this period, when witch hunts and trials were most prevalent, protection magic was at its height.
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A new, comprehensive map and digital dataset published by a team of researchers led by Tom Brughmans at Aarhus University in Denmark shows almost 300,000 kilometres of roads spanning an area of close to 4 million square kilometres.
A new, comprehensive map and digital dataset published by a team of researchers led by Tom Brughmans at Aarhus University in Denmark shows almost 300,000 kilometres of roads spanning an area of close to 4 million square kilometres.
The Roman empire built 300,000 kilometres of roads: new study
A new comprehensive map reveals the true scale of the ancient Roman road network – but it is still incomplete.
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November 7, 2025 at 2:04 PM
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A new, comprehensive map and digital dataset published by a team of researchers led by Tom Brughmans at Aarhus University in Denmark shows almost 300,000 kilometres of roads spanning an area of close to 4 million square kilometres.
A new, comprehensive map and digital dataset published by a team of researchers led by Tom Brughmans at Aarhus University in Denmark shows almost 300,000 kilometres of roads spanning an area of close to 4 million square kilometres.
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The dig established a complete archaeological sequence from before the Benin kingdom’s founding to after its demise.
The dig established a complete archaeological sequence from before the Benin kingdom’s founding to after its demise.
Excavation in Benin City Unearths Hidden Layers of a Kingdom’s Past
Benin City underwent its most extensive archaeological dig to date in the lead up to the opening of MOWAA (Museum of West African Art).
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November 6, 2025 at 2:55 PM
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The dig established a complete archaeological sequence from before the Benin kingdom’s founding to after its demise.
The dig established a complete archaeological sequence from before the Benin kingdom’s founding to after its demise.
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The monumental structure, consisting of multiple rooms connected by corridors, lies 6-7 meters below surface and accessible through a small entrance opened during the excavation. Wall paintings, estimated to be around 3,000 years old, are being carefully preserved.
The monumental structure, consisting of multiple rooms connected by corridors, lies 6-7 meters below surface and accessible through a small entrance opened during the excavation. Wall paintings, estimated to be around 3,000 years old, are being carefully preserved.
Türkiye protects rare 3,000-year-old Urartian wall paintings in Van
In Van’s Tuşba district in eastern Türkiye, wall paintings dating back to the Urartian period, discovered 6-7 meters (19-23 feet) underground during...
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November 6, 2025 at 2:47 PM
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The monumental structure, consisting of multiple rooms connected by corridors, lies 6-7 meters below surface and accessible through a small entrance opened during the excavation. Wall paintings, estimated to be around 3,000 years old, are being carefully preserved.
The monumental structure, consisting of multiple rooms connected by corridors, lies 6-7 meters below surface and accessible through a small entrance opened during the excavation. Wall paintings, estimated to be around 3,000 years old, are being carefully preserved.
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The discovery sheds new light on the early history of Mesopotamia and the Zagros Mountains, helping to clarify the sequence of human occupation over millennia, particularly during the 4th and 3rd millennia BC.
The discovery sheds new light on the early history of Mesopotamia and the Zagros Mountains, helping to clarify the sequence of human occupation over millennia, particularly during the 4th and 3rd millennia BC.
University of Coimbra team discovers monumental building shedding new light on the origins of civilisation
The latest discoveries from the Kani Shaie Archaeological Project offer fresh insights into the early history of Mesopotamia and the Zagros Mountains and help clarify the sequence of human occupation ...
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November 5, 2025 at 6:54 PM
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The discovery sheds new light on the early history of Mesopotamia and the Zagros Mountains, helping to clarify the sequence of human occupation over millennia, particularly during the 4th and 3rd millennia BC.
The discovery sheds new light on the early history of Mesopotamia and the Zagros Mountains, helping to clarify the sequence of human occupation over millennia, particularly during the 4th and 3rd millennia BC.
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Among the most remarkable discoveries is a Viking Age cremation site in Rallsta, near Hallstahammar. Here, archaeologists uncovered two large funeral pyres built on a small mountain — an imposing site designed to be seen from miles away.
Among the most remarkable discoveries is a Viking Age cremation site in Rallsta, near Hallstahammar. Here, archaeologists uncovered two large funeral pyres built on a small mountain — an imposing site designed to be seen from miles away.
Standing Swords, Beads, and Magnificent Horse Gear: Viking Treasures Unearthed Along Sweden’s E18 - Arkeonews
Archaeologists uncover standing swords, glittering beads, and ornate horse gear from Viking graves along Sweden’s E18, revealing a forgotten
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Among the most remarkable discoveries is a Viking Age cremation site in Rallsta, near Hallstahammar. Here, archaeologists uncovered two large funeral pyres built on a small mountain — an imposing site designed to be seen from miles away.
Among the most remarkable discoveries is a Viking Age cremation site in Rallsta, near Hallstahammar. Here, archaeologists uncovered two large funeral pyres built on a small mountain — an imposing site designed to be seen from miles away.
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While many of the fragments could have been for tanning and colouring clothing, repelling insects or crafting tools, a chunk of yellow ochre about 42,000 years old, had been shaped into a crayon through repeated sharpening.
While many of the fragments could have been for tanning and colouring clothing, repelling insects or crafting tools, a chunk of yellow ochre about 42,000 years old, had been shaped into a crayon through repeated sharpening.
Remarkable New Research on Ochre 'Crayons' Colors in Scientists' Understanding of How Neanderthals Made Art
A recently published study suggests humans' creative inclinations go back much further than previously thought
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November 4, 2025 at 4:10 PM
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While many of the fragments could have been for tanning and colouring clothing, repelling insects or crafting tools, a chunk of yellow ochre about 42,000 years old, had been shaped into a crayon through repeated sharpening.
While many of the fragments could have been for tanning and colouring clothing, repelling insects or crafting tools, a chunk of yellow ochre about 42,000 years old, had been shaped into a crayon through repeated sharpening.
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The complex spans nearly 500,000sq metres (5,381,900sq ft) and will house more than 100,000 ancient artefacts from the 30 dynasties of ancient Egypt.
The complex spans nearly 500,000sq metres (5,381,900sq ft) and will house more than 100,000 ancient artefacts from the 30 dynasties of ancient Egypt.
A look inside Egypt’s newly unveiled Grand Egyptian Museum
After two decades and an estimated cost of $1bn, the Grand Egyptian Museum opens its doors to the public on Tuesday.
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November 4, 2025 at 4:07 PM
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The complex spans nearly 500,000sq metres (5,381,900sq ft) and will house more than 100,000 ancient artefacts from the 30 dynasties of ancient Egypt.
The complex spans nearly 500,000sq metres (5,381,900sq ft) and will house more than 100,000 ancient artefacts from the 30 dynasties of ancient Egypt.
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So far, the Dorset site has yielded three face-down burials, each belonging to young women.
So far, the Dorset site has yielded three face-down burials, each belonging to young women.
2,000-Year-Old Durotriges Tribe Discovery in Dorset Unveils Possible Human Sacrifice Ritual - Arkeonews
The burial, dated to around 2,000 years ago, sheds new light on the ritual practices of the Iron Age Durotriges tribe, who inhabited the regi
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So far, the Dorset site has yielded three face-down burials, each belonging to young women.
So far, the Dorset site has yielded three face-down burials, each belonging to young women.
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Experts describe the find as one of the most significant examples of ancient Roman art ever discovered in Istria, and a testimony to the wealth and cultural sophistication of Roman-era Pula.
Experts describe the find as one of the most significant examples of ancient Roman art ever discovered in Istria, and a testimony to the wealth and cultural sophistication of Roman-era Pula.
Sleeping Cupid Unearthed in Pula: A Rare Masterpiece of Ancient Roman Art - Arkeonews
During excavations in the historic center of the Croatian, archaeologists uncovered a finely carved marble sculpture of a “Sleeping Cupid,”
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Experts describe the find as one of the most significant examples of ancient Roman art ever discovered in Istria, and a testimony to the wealth and cultural sophistication of Roman-era Pula.
Experts describe the find as one of the most significant examples of ancient Roman art ever discovered in Istria, and a testimony to the wealth and cultural sophistication of Roman-era Pula.
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The book containing religious songs, now known as the Hagenes manuscript, is thought to be from the 13th century, but could be older.
The book containing religious songs, now known as the Hagenes manuscript, is thought to be from the 13th century, but could be older.
Eight pages bound in furry seal skin may be Norway's oldest book
The little book is so rare that the National Library of Norway is bringing in experts from around the world to learn more.
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The book containing religious songs, now known as the Hagenes manuscript, is thought to be from the 13th century, but could be older.
The book containing religious songs, now known as the Hagenes manuscript, is thought to be from the 13th century, but could be older.
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Though previous works have highlighted the diseases that affected the Egyptians thousands of years ago, this is the first book to be written from the perspective of the ancient equivalent of doctors, patients and nurses.
Though previous works have highlighted the diseases that affected the Egyptians thousands of years ago, this is the first book to be written from the perspective of the ancient equivalent of doctors, patients and nurses.
Western medicine owes debt to Ancient Egyptian medics, show researchers
The ancient Egyptians ran an efficiently organised health service which was open to everyone, irrespective of wealth or class, University of Manchester Egyptologists say. Professor Rosalie David and ...
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October 31, 2025 at 2:51 PM
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Though previous works have highlighted the diseases that affected the Egyptians thousands of years ago, this is the first book to be written from the perspective of the ancient equivalent of doctors, patients and nurses.
Though previous works have highlighted the diseases that affected the Egyptians thousands of years ago, this is the first book to be written from the perspective of the ancient equivalent of doctors, patients and nurses.
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Lashing winds and storm surge devoured dozens of feet of shoreline, disrupting a culturally significant archaeological site and washing away possibly thousands of unearthed artifacts.
Lashing winds and storm surge devoured dozens of feet of shoreline, disrupting a culturally significant archaeological site and washing away possibly thousands of unearthed artifacts.
Archaeological site in Alaska that casts light on early Yup'ik life is ravaged by Typhoon Halong
Typhoon Halong destroyed dozens of feet of Alaska's most significant Yup'ik archaeological site, scattering potentially thousands of irreplaceable artifacts along the Bering Sea coast.
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October 31, 2025 at 2:49 PM
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Lashing winds and storm surge devoured dozens of feet of shoreline, disrupting a culturally significant archaeological site and washing away possibly thousands of unearthed artifacts.
Lashing winds and storm surge devoured dozens of feet of shoreline, disrupting a culturally significant archaeological site and washing away possibly thousands of unearthed artifacts.
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While thousands of women – and some men – were executed for witchcraft across Scotland, England and mainland Europe between the 15th and 18th centuries, only five executions took place in Wales.
While thousands of women – and some men – were executed for witchcraft across Scotland, England and mainland Europe between the 15th and 18th centuries, only five executions took place in Wales.
Curses, whispers and a demon fly: this is the story of the first Welshwoman executed for witchcraft
While thousands were executed for witchcraft across Europe, Gwen ferch Ellis was one of only five put to death in Wales.
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October 31, 2025 at 10:48 AM
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While thousands of women – and some men – were executed for witchcraft across Scotland, England and mainland Europe between the 15th and 18th centuries, only five executions took place in Wales.
While thousands of women – and some men – were executed for witchcraft across Scotland, England and mainland Europe between the 15th and 18th centuries, only five executions took place in Wales.
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One of the loaves is particularly remarkable for bearing a depiction of Jesus alongside a Greek inscription reading “With thanksgiving to the blessed Christ.”
One of the loaves is particularly remarkable for bearing a depiction of Jesus alongside a Greek inscription reading “With thanksgiving to the blessed Christ.”
Medieval Bread Discovered in Turkey - Medievalists.net
Archaeologists in southern Turkey have uncovered five carbonised loaves of bread dating to the 7th–8th centuries AD, offering a rare glimpse into early medieval Christian life and worship.
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October 30, 2025 at 4:14 PM
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One of the loaves is particularly remarkable for bearing a depiction of Jesus alongside a Greek inscription reading “With thanksgiving to the blessed Christ.”
One of the loaves is particularly remarkable for bearing a depiction of Jesus alongside a Greek inscription reading “With thanksgiving to the blessed Christ.”
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Since 1958, the ancient city has been continuously excavated by one of the longest-running institutional projects, the Harvard-Cornell Exploration of Ancient Sardis.
Since 1958, the ancient city has been continuously excavated by one of the longest-running institutional projects, the Harvard-Cornell Exploration of Ancient Sardis.
The long, deep dig: Collaboration excavates the ancient city of Sardis | Cornell Chronicle
Since 1958, a collaboration between Cornell and Harvard has continuously excavated the ancient city of Sardis, Turkey, one of the longest-running projects of its kind.
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October 30, 2025 at 11:13 AM
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Since 1958, the ancient city has been continuously excavated by one of the longest-running institutional projects, the Harvard-Cornell Exploration of Ancient Sardis.
Since 1958, the ancient city has been continuously excavated by one of the longest-running institutional projects, the Harvard-Cornell Exploration of Ancient Sardis.
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Despite the fact that we know that Neanderthals were capable of producing jewellery and using coloured pigments, there has been much objection to the notion that they explored deep caves and left art on the walls.
Despite the fact that we know that Neanderthals were capable of producing jewellery and using coloured pigments, there has been much objection to the notion that they explored deep caves and left art on the walls.
Were Neanderthals capable of making art?
Art has sometimes thought to be exclusive to modern humans.
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October 30, 2025 at 10:40 AM
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Despite the fact that we know that Neanderthals were capable of producing jewellery and using coloured pigments, there has been much objection to the notion that they explored deep caves and left art on the walls.
Despite the fact that we know that Neanderthals were capable of producing jewellery and using coloured pigments, there has been much objection to the notion that they explored deep caves and left art on the walls.
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The recovery of over 100 projectiles includes lead musket balls and cannon shot, including a three-pound cannon ball believed to have been fired by the Jacobite artillery.
The recovery of over 100 projectiles includes lead musket balls and cannon shot, including a three-pound cannon ball believed to have been fired by the Jacobite artillery.
Archaeologists recover hundreds of Jacobite projectiles in unexplored area of Culloden
Archaeologists from the University of Glasgow and the National Trust for Scotland have recovered more than 100 projectiles, including lead musket balls and cannon shot, from Culloden Battlefield.
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October 30, 2025 at 10:36 AM
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The recovery of over 100 projectiles includes lead musket balls and cannon shot, including a three-pound cannon ball believed to have been fired by the Jacobite artillery.
The recovery of over 100 projectiles includes lead musket balls and cannon shot, including a three-pound cannon ball believed to have been fired by the Jacobite artillery.
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Four hundred thousand years ago, humans in Europe were few in number but probably most common along the Mediterranean shores.
Four hundred thousand years ago, humans in Europe were few in number but probably most common along the Mediterranean shores.
How a 400,000-year-old elephant skeleton solved a tantalising puzzle of early human behaviour
Early nomadic humans living in Europe briefly halted to profit from an unexpected windfall, leaving some important clues about their behaviour.
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October 28, 2025 at 3:23 PM
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Four hundred thousand years ago, humans in Europe were few in number but probably most common along the Mediterranean shores.
Four hundred thousand years ago, humans in Europe were few in number but probably most common along the Mediterranean shores.