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1. Tomb Hidden by History, Now Revealed: Wet Nurse of Tutankhamun May have been His Own Sister

   The famous Egyptian boy king, Pharaoh Tutankhamun is believed to have been wet-nursed by a woman named Maia—who may have been his sister. The tomb of this mysterious woman has been opened to the public for the first time since its discovery in 1996, revealing ancient engravings and paintings.

   lizleafloor - 21/12/2015 - 21:50

2. Peruvian Archaeologists Uncover Two-faced Moche Men with Cosmic Connections

   Painted on a pillar within a ceremonial hall, archaeologists have found a 1,400-year-old “two faced man”, with cosmic associations.

   ashley cowie - 16/03/2023 - 17:55

3. Aquatic Reptile From 240 Million Years Ago Resembling the ‘Chinese Dragon’ Uncovered

   In the ‘Year of the Dragon’, a poetically perfect discovery has been made as the complete fossil of an aquatic creature that resembles the mythical ‘Chinese Dragon’ has been uncovered! The entire fossil of the Dinocephalosaurus orientalis dates back 240 million years to the Triassic period, and has been uncovered in southern China’s Guizhou Province. The 5-meter (16.4 feet) long reptile was first discovered in 2003, and the reptile would use its unbelievably long neck to ambush hapless prey in shallow waters.

   Sahir - 25/02/2024 - 16:50

4. Late Antiquity Little Ice Age Triggered Plague, Decline of Empires, and Migration

   ... increasing vegetation and helping nomads who needed to feed camels and, perhaps, prompting Arabs to migrate to ...

   Mark Miller - 09/02/2016 - 21:50

5. A Heart as Cold as Ice? The Japanese Legend of Yuki-onna, the Beautiful Yet Dangerous Snow Woman

   The legend of Yuki-onna (the snow woman) comes from The Land of the Rising Sun. This beautiful but dangerous character may be a personification of death in a severe snow storm. Japanese legends do tend to mention her ability to turn humans to ice. Yet other times, stories speak to her softer, gentler side, and suggest Yuki-onna is more a benevolent snow-spirit than a snowy reaper waiting for her next victim.

   marinasohma - 13/12/2016 - 03:53

6. Bizarre Burials Uncovered in Ancient Georgia Cemetery Include Headless Skeletons and Decapitated Skull on a Plate

   A team of Georgian and Polish archaeologists working at the Beshtasheni burial site of south-eastern Georgia have uncovered 16 graves dating from the Late Bronze to Early Iron Age. Most of the burials were covered with a stone or dirt mound or large stone slabs. Although the style of the outside of the graves may not seem exceptional, some of the remains found within are.

   Alicia McDermott - 20/09/2016 - 03:42

7. Ganesha: How He Lost… And Gained His Head

   “Lord Ganesh of curved elephant trunk and huge body,
   Whose brilliance is equal to billions of suns in intensity,
   Always removes all obstacles from my endeavours truly...”
   ― Munindra Misra, Chants of Hindu Gods and Goddesses in English Rhyme

   dhwty - 09/10/2017 - 01:57

8. New Theory Links Dog Domestication And Excess Protein

   ... they obtained, a sensible choice would have been to feed it to wolves, to keep them healthy while encouraging ...

   Nathan Falde - 11/01/2021 - 17:57

9. Tracing the Steps of the Apostle Paul Through First Century Corinth

   “Non cuivis homini contigit adire Corinthum”
   It is not the privilege of every man to go to Corinth - Horace

   micki pistorius - 07/11/2017 - 01:49

10. Magna Graecia's Legacy: The Stories of Italy’s Ancient Greek Colonies

    ... the mainland quickly ran out of the arable land needed to feed so many mouths. The answer to this problem was to take ... network. This meant Greece could import more food and feed all those hungry mouths. It also did wonders for the ...

    Robbie Mitchell - 13/02/2024 - 13:51

11. Following the Boom and Bust of the Roman Economy

    ... rations of grain because many of them were not able to feed themselves, especially in the late Roman Empire, as the ... and supply chains. The majority of the grain produced to feed the population of the Roman Empire was grown either in ... in the early 5th century, the city of Rome was not able to feed its population. At one point the city was mostly ...

    Caleb Strom - 23/07/2020 - 18:58

12. Bad Company? Witch Familiars, Spirit Guardians, and Demons

    The folklore of the wicked witch and her diabolical animal familiar is a well-known and often repeated tale. When the seasons change and the nights get long it’s not uncommon to see images and symbols of a dark-cloaked witch with an evil black cat or toad at her side.

    ancient-origins - 14/01/2021 - 01:01

13. Hala Sultan Tekke: Muslim Holy Site and a Historic Landmark of Cyprus

    The history of Cyprus is very colorful and shaped by diverse ancient cultures and modern civilizations. As such, it proves time and time again that it is a true treasure trove of historical sites. Visiting Cyprus can turn out to be such an informative joy ride for any enthusiastic lover of history. And any historian that journeys across this spacious island cannot overlook the magnificent Hala Sultan Tekke, a stunning mosque complex that rests peacefully on the banks of the picturesque Larnaca Salt Lake.

    Aleksa Vučković - 30/12/2021 - 01:00

14. From Sumerian Gods to Modern Day: The Long History of Slavery and Lost Children

    ... cause one man to borrow food from a neighbor in order to feed his family through the year, hoping that the following harvest will not only reap enough to feed his own family but good enough for him to pay back his ...

    beth - 22/09/2023 - 15:00

15. The Walls of Jericho: How Accurate Was The Biblical Account?

    Jericho is famous both to prehistorians and Biblical scholars. It is likely the oldest continuously inhabited permanent settlement in the world, known for ancient astronomical observatories, plastered skulls, and impressive walls, and it is these walls that the city is probably most famous for.

    Caleb Strom - 22/11/2019 - 01:49

16. Medicinal Microbes of Our Ancestors: Tracing the History of Probiotics

    ... by fermenting soy beans to produce probiotics which feed friendly bacteria in the gut. ( alter_photo  / Adobe ...

    Lex Leigh - 31/03/2023 - 01:59

17. The Haensa - Thorir Saga: A tale of law in Medieval Iceland

    ... many of the occupiers to properly ration their hay—to feed themselves and to use to pay Blundketil—he allowed ... sustenance battle, as neither landowner nor tenants could feed their animals, making slaughter a difficult, undesirable ...

    Riley Winters - 26/03/2015 - 03:12

18. Plant/Human Symbiosis and the Fall of Humanity: Interview With Tony Wright

    Tony Wright and Graham Gynn are authors of Left In The Dark- the book that presents Tony’s research outlining a radical re-interpretation of the current data regarding human evolution and, they contend, our recent degenerated state we call “civilization”.

    trevorsmith - 25/08/2013 - 13:37

19. The Mysterious 'Alien' Stone Monuments of Nuku Hiva

    ... in an attempt to gather enough food besides fruit to feed the population. With food scarce at times, it is rumored ...

    Lex Leigh - 12/04/2022 - 18:58

20. The 2500-year-old Genius of China’s Grand Canal System

    ... through. Lake Lianhu is a manmade lake that was built to feed the canal the water it needed. The lake was protected ... laws regarding the lake. Now, the lake is too shallow to feed the canal and is used exclusively as a recreational ...

    Lex Leigh - 22/07/2022 - 22:57

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