Ancient history

Paleontologists Reveal How a 200-Million-Year-Old Dinosaur Rewrites East Asian History

Researchers recovered three adult skeletons, five egg clutches and well-preserved bones from Wuding County’s Lower Jurassic strata.

Illustration: A sauropodomorph at an Australian museum.
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From Hattusa to Your Table: A Turkish Municipality Serving 3,500-Year-Old Hittite Bread

Views of the Skyline Tracksite. shortly after discovery (A) and following excavation (B).

Evidence of First Mixed-Species Dinosaur Herd Found in Canada's Badlands

Location of the lost city of Sak-Bahlán.

Researcher Uncovers Lost Maya Rebel City Deep in Chiapas


Mosaic with Star of David and Hidden Messages in Ancient Greek Found in Turkey

Turkish archaeologists found a 35 sqm mosaic in Diyarbakır with a Star of David, cross motif, six lines of Ancient Greek text, and geometric patterns during a grave excavation in Ergani district.

Illustration: Star of David mosaic.

4,000-Year-Old High: Unveiling Betel Nut Use in Southeast Asia's Burial Grounds

Researchers uncover ancient evidence of psychedelics use in ancient Thailand.

Piper betel leaf, the areca nut, limestone paste, tobacco and bark filaments. These elements are often combined to get a psychoactive effect.

Sunken Secrets: The Untold Story of Cuba's Ancient Underwater Structures

Despite excited talk of Atlantis connotations, researcher Paulina Zelitsky stated 'It would be completely irresponsible to say what it was exactly before we have evidence.'

A computer-generated image based on the sonar imaging of the underground structures off the coast of Cuba

Before the teeth: How early humans adapted their diet 700,000 years ago

"This discovery confirms the hypothesis that behavioral adaptations, such as the deliberate choice to eat new foods, can precede morphological changes, playing a key role in evolution."

Chronologically from left, the molars of human ancestors got longer over millennia to suit a diet of high-carb grassy plants.

When the future decodes the past: How artificial intelligence helps solve the "giant puzzle"

A new AI model helps historians accurately reconstruct ancient Latin inscriptions, reviving lost texts, instructions, and untranslated languages - bringing the past vividly back to life.

Artificial Intelligence – Illustrative Image

The Mysterious Petroglyphs of Oahu: Fingered figures emerge out of the waves

The petroglyphs, created by ancient Hawaiians between 500 and 600 CE have reignited interest in Hawaiian history and the need to preserve this cultural heritage.

The Mysterious Petroglyphs of Oahu: Fingered figures emerge out of the waves.

Ancient oil lamps reveal hidden Jewish legacy of Spanish church

Archeologists suggested that, if confirmed as a synagogue, it could be among the oldest known in Spain, possibly the earliest.

Ancient oil lamps reveal hidden Jewish legacy of Spanish church.

Prof. Dr. Yusuf Sezgin's Team Unveils 1400-Year-Old Roman Bronze Cauldron in Pergamon

After restoration, the hammer marks on the bronze vessel are clearly observable.

Illustration: Asklepion Archaeological Site drone view in Bergama Town of Turkey.

Imhotep's masterpiece: The secrets behind Pharaoh Djoser's step pyramid

The study, published in the journal PLOS ONE, suggests that water played a key role in the building process.

Step pyramid of Djoser in Saqqara.

4,000-year-old handprint discovered on ancient Egyptian 'soul house'

Handprint likely left by ancient potter who moved the clay model before it was dry.

4,000-year-old handprint discovered on ancient Egyptian 'soul house'.

5,500-year-old flint workshop discovered near Kiryat Gat

An advanced industry was revealed at the site, requiring an extremely high level of expertise.

5,500-year-old flint workshop discovered near Kiryat Gat.