Oldest known alphabet unearthed in ancient Syrian city -500 years older than thought
Oldest known alphabet unearthed in ancient Syrian city -500 years older than thought Johns Hopkins University researchers uncovered evidence of the oldest alphabetic writing in human history. The writing was etched onto finger-length clay cylinders discovered during a dig at an ancient Syrian city. The discovery was announced at the American Society of Overseas Research (ASOR) annual meeting. During an …
Researchers have unveiled text concealed beneath an intricate decorative layer of gold leaf on a page of the famous Blue Qur’an
Researchers have unveiled text concealed beneath an intricate decorative layer of gold leaf on a page of the famous Blue Qur’an Using multispectral imaging techniques, researchers from the Zayed National Museum have uncovered text hidden beneath an intricate layer of gold leaf on a page of the Blue Qur’an, one of the world’s best-known Quranic …
Scientists Find Aztec ‘Death Whistles’ do Weird Things to the Listeners’ Brains
Scientists Find Aztec ‘Death Whistles’ do Weird Things to the Listeners’ Brains New research reveals that one of the Aztecs’ most chilling artefacts, clay death whistles, which resemble a human skull and produce a scream-like sound, not only frightened listeners in ancient times, but also had a profound effect on the human brain’s ability to increase …
A section of one of Britain’s most important Roman roads unearthed under Old Kent Road in south-east London
A section of one of Britain’s most important Roman roads unearthed under Old Kent Road in south-east London Archaeologists have found a section of a Roman road under Old Kent Road in south-east London, part of one of the most important roads built during the Roman period. The 2,000-year-old road, known as Watling Street, was part …
For the first time, researchers discovered bioarchaeological evidence of familial embalming in early modern France
For the first time, researchers discovered bioarchaeological evidence of familial embalming in early modern France A unique discovery has revealed new insights into the burial rituals of early modern Western Europe: For the first time, researchers have been able to provide bioarchaeological evidence of the familial embalming of infants and adults in early modern France. …
1500-year-old Stunning Pendant Amulet Depicting the Prophet Solomon Spearing the Devil on Horseback Found in Türkiye
1500-year-old Stunning Pendant Amulet Depicting the Prophet Solomon Spearing the Devil on Horseback Found in Türkiye During the excavations in the ancient city of Hadrianopolis in Eskipazar district of Karabük, Türkiye, an amulet from the 5th century A.D. depicting the Prophet Solomon spearing the devil on horseback was unearthed. The ancient city, which served as …
A Walk Through the Haunting Grounds of Abandoned Hauenstein Castle
Within the forests of Rhineland-Palatinate, the abandoned Hauenstein Castle stands as a silent sentinel of history, waiting to share its story with the brave.
Silent Railroad Bridge Hidden Deep in African Woods
Tucked away deep in the dense African wilderness lies a forgotten railroad bridge, a relic from a bygone era when railroads stretched across the continent.
Haunting stories of pets guarding abandoned homes
Abandoned homes often tell eerie stories of the lives left behind, but sometimes, what remains isn’t just the crumbling walls and dusty furniture.
Why Abandoned Clay Houses Are a Reflection of Changing Times
Abandoned clay houses are becoming increasingly prevalent, with their weathered walls and crumbling facades reflecting the pᴀssage of time.