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Over 20 Stone Age turtle figurines used in ancient rituals found within Turkish cave - report
The figurines are “roughly shaped,” according to Anadolu Agency, lending weight to the researchers’ theory of them being used during ritualistic practices.
Archaeologists find Ramesses II inscription in Sinai pointing to Egypt’s lost city of Mesn
Partially restored ancient fresco depicting marriage of Dionysus, Ariadne displayed in Pompeii
Roman 'cold plunge' pool, floor mosaic discovered in ancient Turkish gymnasium complex
ZZ Top drummer, Rock and Roll Hall of Famer Frank Beard dies at age 77 in Texas home
The trio of Beard, guitarist Billy Gibbons, and bassist Dusty Hill was among the most enduring lineups in music history. They first played together in 1970 and continued until Hill's death in 2021.
Mecca pact unites Saudi Arabia, Turkey, and Pakistan - but what does it mean? - opinion
The significance of the Mecca pact will depend less on the language of the agreement than on its implementation.
‘Smoking gun evidence’: Bronze Age shaman long thought to be male revealed to be female goldworker
“It completely tears up previous assumptions,” Wiltshire Museum Director David Dawson told The Guardian. “It’s a fantastic revelation of the position of women in society.”
Ancient Egyptian princesses were skilled archers, trained with weapons, controversial study claims
The six, four of whom are believed to be daughters of Pharaoh Amenemhat II, were rediscovered in 2020 in the Egyptian Museum after being lost for decades.
Mystery donor leaves gold coins under altar, saving a medieval English church from closure - report
A week after the coins were found, the Times of London learned that the mystery benefactor is believed to be a leather-clad biker.
Stop living in la-la land: Only the IDF can curb Israel’s enemies – opinion
Praise to America for the Jared Kushner-driven initiative to stop Hamas and Hezbollah, but make no mistake, apart from the IDF, no external good-willed individual can stop these terrorists
'Bringing the full arsenal': Trump admin. to launch antisemitism campaign in 15 cities - interview
Task force chairman Leo Terrell said federal officials would expose local failures, inform Jewish communities of their rights and consider legal action.
Ancient structure near Stonehenge may have inspired its solstice alignment, archaeologists say
The site, believed to have likely served as a focus for religious gatherings, bears extensive evidence of feasting and large-scale gatherings.
Ancient tablet found at Roman fort in Netherlands bears Greek curse against enemies
The lead curse tablet found in the Netherlands was discovered by a team of Dutch archaeologists in a pit beneath the town hall square of the Roman military settlement of Coriovallum.
At least 14 killed in India, Bangladesh as heavy rainfall wreaks havoc across South Asia
Rains also triggered landslides on the expressway connecting Mumbai with Pune, forcing its closure and disrupting traffic between the two cities.
