The Remarkably Preserved Mummy of Seti I: Powerful Pharaoh and Father of Ramesses II
In 1881, the perfectly preserved mummy of Seti I and the remains of his original wooden coffins were discovered in a cache at Deir El-Bahri. Egyptologists were…
Uncovering the Mysteries of Atherosclerosis: Ancient Mummies Challenge Our Understanding
Atherosclerosis, the buildup of fatty deposits and plaque in the arteries, is a leading cause of death in the modern world. While often ᴀssociated with sedentary lifestyles…
180-million-year-old fossil of giant sea dragon discovered
Considered the greatest triumph in the history of British palaeontology, the recent discovery of a giant fossil in the Midlands is the largest complete fossil ever found…
The Devil’s Corkscrew Mystery: Solving Nebraska’s Greatest Paleontological Puzzle
Deep in the rugged badlands of Nebraska lies one of paleontology’s most intriguing mysteries—strange, spiral-shaped fossils that baffled scientists for nearly a century. These enigmatic formations, known…
Tiny Humanoid Fossils Discovered in Antarctica: A 600 Million-Year-Old Mystery
Unexpected Find in the Whitmore Mountains In a surprising turn of events, paleontologists searching for dinosaur fossils in Antarctica’s Whitmore mountain range have stumbled upon an extraordinary…
Michelangelo’s Bacchus: A Journey of Defiance and Artistic Brilliance
A Young Artist’s Daring Gambit At the tender age of 21, Michelangelo Buonarroti, destined to become one of history’s most celebrated artists, embarked on a bold scheme….
The Astonishing Practice of Living Buddhas’ Self-Mummification
Senninzawa: The Ascetic Training Ground In the secluded mountains of northern Japan, a remarkable tradition unfolded from the 1200s until the 19th century. Ascetics embarked on a…
Around 4000 BC, in Vedbaek, Denmark, a young girl was laid to rest alongside her baby boy, who was placed gently on the wing of a swan.
In a poignant scene from prehistoric Denmark, archaeologists uncovered a burial that speaks volumes about ancient beliefs and the universal nature of human compᴀssion. Around 4000 BC,…
Ancient Treasure Unearthed: 11th-Century Silver Coin Hoard Discovered at Sizewell C
In a remarkable archaeological discovery at Suffolk’s Sizewell C nuclear power station site, experts have uncovered a precious hoard of 321 silver coins dating back to the…
Shoes and seduction in antiquity. From courtesans’ sandals with the words “Follow me” to colorful ankle boots
In the classical world, the shape of footwear was often a typical connotation of very specific social categories. The spiked caligae, for example, were mainly used by…