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1. Exploring Ancient Lunar Legends as first Supermoon in Three Decades set to Dazzle Tonight

   The moon has been an object of worship, veneration, and intrigue among ancient civilizations for thousands of years. Now, it is set to capture our admiration once again as a Supermoon lunar eclipse, the first in more than three decades, will dazzle in tonight’s sky.

   aprilholloway - 27/09/2015 - 14:44

2. The Tremulous Hand of Worcester: Unfurling the Medical Mystery of a Medieval Scribe

   Handwriting is one of those things most people don’t really give a second thought to today – we live in a world where we are surrounded by text and the vast majority of the time it is printed rather than hand written, and children today are far more likely to receive classes in touch-typing than traditional penmanship.

   Sarah P Young - 20/03/2019 - 13:01

3. Sorry European racial “purists,” it turns out your ancestors were African and Middle Eastern

   People throughout history have taken pride in their ancestral roots, but new studies of migrations of people into Europe and elsewhere are showing that no one’s heritage is “pure.” Or if humanity’s heritage is pure, if you go back far enough in prehistory, it is purely African.

   Mark Miller - 16/05/2017 - 19:01

4. Were Asclepian Centers Powered By Magical Ritual or Holistic Healthcare?

   ... sons. Interestingly, Telesphorus is occasionally shown in art holding a roll with medical prescriptions. Aristides also ... Pelion, the area in Thessaly where Asclepius learned the art of healing. Could it be that an understanding of mandrake ... and Epidaurus: the sapiential medicine as divinatory art between therapeutic landscapes and healing dreams In ...

   Gloria Moss - 23/09/2020 - 22:01

5. 3,200-Year-Old Mesopotamian Perfume Recreated from Ancient Text

   A woman named Tapputi carried the distinction of being the first female chemist in Mesopotamia and the first female perfume maker anywhere in the world, approximately 3,200 years ago. Working with a Mesopotamian perfume formula left on an ancient clay tablet that Tapputi herself made, a team of perfume specialists and specialists from other fields has now recreated one of her Mesopotamian scents in a laboratory setting.

   Nathan Falde - 25/07/2022 - 22:59

6. Roman Decimation: The Cruelest Form of Punishment in History?

   The Roman army was one of the fiercest armies ever assembled. It was disciplined, well trained, and well equipped. This combination meant the Roman army played a crucial role in Rome’s expansion from Britain to Asia. A crucial reason for the effectiveness of the Roman army was their discipline. Many techniques were used to build discipline in the army, and one such technique was the use of decimation.

   Mark - 14/08/2022 - 15:01

7. Two Mysterious Cavities Found Inside Great Pyramid May Be Secret Rooms

   A team of researchers that have used cutting edge technology to scan the Great Pyramid of Giza in Egypt have discovered two previously unknown cavities inside the world-famous monument. Are they secret rooms or passages that have long been rumored to lie within?

   Natalia Klimczak - 19/10/2016 - 00:46

8. Taputapuatea Marae, An Ancient Site of Human Sacrifice and Communing with the Gods

   French Polynesia is renowned for its beauty and friendly people, but still relatively little is known about its history. The sacred site of Taputapuatea marae is of great significance to the people of the Pacific since it was an important religious and political center and is regarded as the origin of the Polynesian people. These islands are therefore both a historical and an archaeological gem.

   Ed Whelan - 06/05/2019 - 14:01

9. Viva La Muerte! Santa Muerte, Folk Saint and Holy Personification of Death, Healer and Protector

   Some people become devotees on their own initiative, actively seeking out Santa Muerte upon the recommendation of friends or family members. Others receive an unexpected call or visit from the Skinny Lady (la Flaquita, one of her many nicknames) in which she offers to solve their problems. Such was my own path to the skeleton saint, a surprise visit in the spring of 2009. For several years I had been doing research on the Virgin of Guadalupe, Mexico’s patron saint.

   Dr. Andrew Chesnut - 26/10/2016 - 14:52

10. Is this the Final Resting Place of Noah? It is Certainly One of the Contenders

    The tale about a huge ship (of Biblical proportions) that enabled the survival of all of the species of animals around the world sounds impressive, but also quite unbelievable. Nonetheless, its builder, Noah, is one of the most popular biblical figures. Furthermore, he is an important prophet in Islam. Although his story, perhaps inspired by the Epic of Gilgamesh, has existed for thousands of years and is known by billions of people, the place of Noah’s burial remains unknown. 

    Natalia Klimczak - 05/05/2017 - 18:53

11. Egypt’s Second Khufu Ship - Fully Excavated, Ready for Reassembly

    After years of work, researchers have now completed their exhumation of all the artifacts of the Second Khufu Ship found next to the Pyramid of Khufu (Cheops) in Giza. The next steps are restoration and reassembly so this significant artifact will be ready for visitors to gaze upon it with awe at the Grand Egyptian Museum.

    Natalia Klimczak - 07/07/2021 - 22:11

12. Pharaoh Ramses’ Anti-Israelite Policy Now Explained

    ... the Events of the Exodus? Does the Negev’s Ancient Rock-Art Help Turn the Bible Exodus Story into Fact? Moses: Myth, ...

    Rabbi Allen Maller - 05/08/2018 - 19:04

13. How the Ancient World Invoked the Dead to Help the Living

    Though it may seem as if Halloween is a modern con trick designed to get us spending our hard-earned cash on an American celebration, this is not the case. In fact, dressing up, knocking on neighbors’ doors and asking for food at this time of year is a very old tradition. Communities on the British Isles were taking part in similar rituals as far back as the 16th century.

    ancient-origins - 29/10/2016 - 21:57

14. The Nara Period: Japan’s First Permanent Capital

    The Nara period lasted from 710 to 784/94 AD. This period in Japanese history is named after the seat of imperial government in the ancient city of Nara. This was the country’s first permanent capital, and was modelled after Chang’an, the capital of the neighboring Chinese Tang dynasty. Indeed, the Nara period is notable for the adoption of Chinese practices by the Japanese elite. Such practices included Chinese models of government, Chinese Buddhism, as it was practiced in Tang China, and the Chinese writing system.

    dhwty - 23/01/2021 - 13:33

15. Glastonbury: Archaeology is Revealing New Truths About the Origins of British Christianity

    Roberta Gilchrist/The Conversation

    New archaeological research on Glastonbury Abbey pushes back the date for the earliest settlement of the site by 200 years – and reopens debate on Glastonbury’s origin myths.

    ancient-origins - 27/03/2018 - 01:56

16. Forgotten, Lost, or Destroyed? Exploring the Final Fate of the Famous Three Ships Led by Columbus

    The story of Christopher Columbus would not have been complete without three ships: Santa Maria, La Pinta, and La Niña. Their names are still famous, but the ships themselves seem to have disappeared from the pages of history.

    Natalia Klimczak - 31/07/2016 - 14:41

17. The Mysteries of Machu Picchu and Archaeological Obsession

    Hidden away within the Andes, 2,430 meters (7,972 ft) above sea level, the Inca site of Machu Picchu near Cusco in Peru is often referred to as the lost city of the Incas. These days you couldn’t claim it’s still lost.

    johnblack - 05/03/2022 - 00:57

18. Happy Holi: Ancient Legends Behind India's Colorful Celebration

    Holi is an ancient Indian spring festival that celebrates love, color, and the triumph of good over evil. Traditionally, this was a major Hindu religious festival in North India, but the fun, vibrancy, unity, and joy associated with Holi has spread to non-Hindus in South Asia and various communities around the world.

    dhwty - 20/03/2019 - 00:43

19. When in Rome, Even the Christian Pilgrims Enjoyed the Baths of Caracalla

    ... the Roman populace. He adorned the baths with exquisite art and magnificent statues, such as the famous Farnese Bull, ...

    Ed Whelan - 13/09/2020 - 22:49

20. The Badlands Guardian: Geological Feature that Stunned the World

    Canada is a large country with a great many amazing natural sights. One of the most dramatic has only been revealed in recent years, the Badlands Guardian. This is a geological wonder that appears to represent an indigenous man’s head in profile. The discovery of the dramatic and unusual geographical feature has fascinated many in Canada and beyond.  

    Ed Whelan - 06/10/2018 - 18:14

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