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Bronze Age gold treasures revealed in Scotland

National Museums Scotland reveals extraordinary Bronze Age discoveries including gold hair ornaments and spearhead mounts, rewriting our understanding of ancient British craftsmanship.

Ancient DNA Rewrites Aztec Origins Story

Groundbreaking genetic research reveals the astonishing origins of the Aztec civilization, tracing their ancestors' epic 1,000-mile migration from Mexican deserts to their eventual empire.

Karnak Temple's 4,000-year secret revealed

Groundbreaking archaeological research uncovers the true purpose behind Egypt's magnificent Karnak Temple complex, revealing it was dedicated to the supreme god Amun-Ra as a monumental power centre.

Easter Island's Collapse: New Book Reveals Shocking Truth

Archaeologist Mike Pitts challenges conventional wisdom about Easter Island's mysterious downfall in his groundbreaking new book 'Island on the Edge of the World', revealing startling evidence that rewrites everything we thought we knew about this enigmat

Submerged Stone Circle Discovered in Cumbrian Lake

Archaeologists uncover an extraordinary prehistoric stone circle lying 20 feet below the surface of a Cumbrian lake, rewriting our understanding of ancient Britain's relationship with water and climate change.

Ancient Irish DNA Study Rewrites History Books

Groundbreaking research from Queen's University Belfast uncovers the true genetic origins of the Irish people, tracing ancient DNA back to mass migrations from the Middle East and Eastern Europe.

WWII Brothers Died Hours Apart in Battle of Britain

The poignant tale of two British brothers, both RAF pilots, who lost their lives within hours of each other during the Battle of Britain. Discover their heroic legacy and the memorial that now honours their ultimate sacrifice.

Chilean Mummies Predate Egypt's by 1,000 Years

Groundbreaking archaeological research reveals the Chinchorro people of Chile created the world's first mummies using sophisticated smoke-drying techniques a millennium before ancient Egyptians.

History Podcast Breaks Records with Epic Australia Tour

History podcast giants Dominic Sandbrook and Tom Holland are taking their chart-topping show, The Rest Is History, on an unprecedented live tour to Australia, selling out stadiums and redefining the power of historical storytelling.

Top UK Universities for History of Art 2025 Revealed

The Guardian's 2025 league table unveils the best UK universities for History of Art. Discover which institutions lead in teaching quality, student satisfaction, and graduate prospects in this prestigious field.

Best UK Universities for Classics & Ancient History 2025

The Guardian's definitive 2025 league table ranks UK universities for Classics and Ancient History. Discover which institutions topped the chart for teaching quality, student satisfaction, and graduate prospects in this prestigious field.

Ancient Gaza Treasures Rescued Hours Before Storehouse Destroyed

In a dramatic pre-dawn operation, Palestinian archaeologists and volunteers successfully evacuated priceless antiquities from a Gaza City storehouse, saving them from destruction just hours before the building was levelled by an Israeli airstrike.

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