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Vietnam demands France return colonial-era cannon

Vietnam escalates a diplomatic dispute with France, demanding the return of a historic cannon, a symbol of national resistance against colonial rule, taken from Hanoi over 130 years ago.

University of Edinburgh Launches Slavery Legacy Inquiry

The University of Edinburgh commissions an independent academic study to investigate its historical links to the transatlantic slave trade, aiming for transparency and a deeper understanding of its colonial legacy.

Stone Age 'Atlantis' Discovered Off Danish Coast

Marine archaeologists have uncovered a submerged Stone Age settlement in the Baltic Sea, revealing a 7,000-year-old lost world of sophisticated hunter-gatherers off Denmark's coast.

Cooks' Cottage relocation row sparks reconciliation debate

Fitzroy Gardens' iconic Cooks' Cottage faces a controversial proposal to relocate to Victoria's parliament precinct as a gesture of Aboriginal reconciliation, sparking intense debate about historical preservation versus colonial legacy.

Shrewsbury rejects Clive of India statue

Shrewsbury becomes the latest UK town to oppose a statue of Robert Clive, citing his controversial colonial legacy, as Britain continues to grapple with its imperial past.

Germany returns looted Benin Bronzes to Nigeria

Germany has officially returned 20 Benin Bronzes to Nigeria, marking a pivotal moment in the global restitution of colonial-era looted art. The artefacts, stolen during the 1897 British raid, are now back in their homeland after over a century.

Ancient Caribbean ritual site found in Peru

Archaeologists in Peru have uncovered a 4,000-year-old ceremonial site linked to ancient Caribbean rituals, reshaping understanding of pre-Columbian cultural exchange.

Ancient body found beneath Westminster Abbey

Archaeologists have made a chilling discovery beneath Westminster Abbey, uncovering a centuries-old body in an underground chamber. The find raises questions about London's hidden history.

18th-Century Warship Wreck Discovered Off Sussex

Marine archaeologists have located the wreck of HMS Northumberland, a Royal Navy warship lost in the Great Storm of 1703, preserved in extraordinary condition off the Sussex coast.

India welcomes back ancient Buddha-linked gems

India rejoices as precious ancient artefacts, believed to be linked to the Buddha, are repatriated in a landmark cultural event. Discover the significance of these treasures and the diplomatic efforts behind their return.

6,000-Year-Old Underwater City Rewrites History

Archaeologists uncover a submerged ancient city off the coast of Greece, dating back 6,000 years, challenging previous historical timelines and offering new insights into early human civilisation.

Ancient Hawaiian warning predicts megaquake

Archaeologists uncover a chilling ancient Hawaiian prophecy carved into beach rocks—could it foretell a devastating megaquake? Experts weigh in on this eerie discovery.

Ancient 'Afterlife Door' Found in Egyptian Tomb

A team of archaeologists has discovered a mysterious stone slab, believed to be a portal to the afterlife, in an ancient Egyptian tomb. The find sheds new light on burial rituals of the past.

Ancient Roman egg found with liquid still inside

Archaeologists in the UK have made a groundbreaking discovery—a 1,700-year-old Roman egg that still holds its original liquid contents. This unprecedented find sheds new light on ancient diets and preservation techniques.

Neanderthals ate maggots as nutritious food

New research suggests Neanderthals may have deliberately consumed maggots as a protein-rich food source, challenging our perceptions of their dietary habits.

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