Mummy of Ankh Hor
Originally Egyptologists at the museum thought that the mummy of Ankh Hor was untouched, but recent x-rays found modern pins and clips. A re-examination of the cartonnage…
Wildlife (2018)
Paul Dano’s directorial debut, Wildlife, is a masterfully restrained and deeply affecting drama about the slow unraveling of a family. Adapted from Richard Ford’s novel, the film…
The 4,800-Year-Old Eye: Unveiling the World’s Oldest Artificial Eye
In the scorching sands of Iran’s “Burnt City,” archaeologists unearthed a treasure that would rewrite the history of ancient medicine and craftsmanship. This is the tale of…
Ancient Solar Boat: A Glimpse into Egypt’s First Dynasty Mysteries
Unearthing a Remarkable Artifact at Abu Rawash In the sun-scorched desert northwest of Cairo, a team from the French Insтιтute of Oriental Archaeology has unveiled a remarkable…
The Mysterious Mummy of Ankh Hor: A Tale of Ancient Egypt and Modern Discovery
The Priest’s Journey Through Time An Unexpected Discovery In the halls of Norwich Castle Museum and Art Gallery, a fascinating mystery unfolded. The mummy of Ankh Hor,…
Exeter Cathedral door hole could be world’s oldest cat flap
BBC Records show payments to carpenters dating around 1598 A hole in a door at a cathedral is thought to be the world’s oldest cat flap. The…
The Brazen Bull and Other Ancient Torture Devices
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A Central African Lyre Made from a Human Skull and Antelope Horns
A unique and intriguing artifact, the Central African lyre, stands out due to its unusual construction materials, including a human skull and antelope horns. This 19th-century instrument…
Women in Ancient Egypt
Women in ancient Egypt were regarded as the equals of men in every aspect save that of occupation. The man was the head of the household and nation, but women…
The Sad Story of Hitler’s Favorite Children
As a general proposition, loyalty is a morally commendable trait. Unless, of course, it is loyalty to an evil person and cause. Few examples highlight that exception…