ancient history

The bow masters: Neolithic bows were made from three types of wood, and entwined tendons

First identification of olive wood and reeds in neolithic arrows confirms long-held hypothesis.

5,000 years ago, people living in Spain may have been documenting family lineages

To test their hypothesis, the scientists analyzed 657 plaques, focusing on aspects such as design, geographical distribution, and connection with the sizes of graves.

Anarchy in Mesopotamia: New study reveals early society decided to reject centralized governance

The findings indicate that the origins of the state and its institutions in Mesopotamia are, at least in part, in their capacity to provide food to members.

Second phase of Hagia Sophia mosque restoration begins with new scaffolding

In the second phase of the restoration works, the facades of Hagia Sophia Mosque, the upper covering, and the Second Bayezid Minaret are in the focus of attention.

An error for the ages: 4,000-year-old clay tablet immortalizes Sumerian student's math mistake

The student's arithmetic errors demonstrate a shift from memorization to written knowledge in ancient sumer.

New study reveals manufacturing secrets of the ancient Nebra Sky Disc

Analysis shows disc was produced using ten cycles of heating to 700°C and forging, demonstrating advanced Bronze Age craftsmanship.

Egyptian archaeologists uncover 12 severed hands, hinting at a brutal ritual

Researchers believe the ritual was practiced during the Hyksos period, earlier than first thought.

Ancient Jewish quarter of Phanagoria discovered in Black Sea area of Russia

Phanagoria's 1st century BCE synagogue was discovered last year, following excavations on the ancient Greek city.

After traveling for 60 years, a Roman emperor’s head returns to Turkey

"The Septimius Severus statue, which was smuggled from our country in two pieces, will be reunited," a Turkish official stated.

Researchers use paleo-inspired robotics to recreate ancient creatures

"We can't get a fossil to move, so we're using robots to simulate their anatomy and behavior," says Dr. Michael Ishida.

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