Easter Island Heads Mystery Solved After 900 Years
Archaeologists reveal Easter Island's iconic moai statues were carved by individual families, not a central authority. Explore the groundbreaking research that rewrites history.
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Ancient statues rewrite Neolithic human history
Groundbreaking finds at Gobeklitepe and Karahantepe reshape our understanding of prehistoric death rituals and settled life over 11,000 years ago. Discover the revelations.
Ancient Roman statues stolen from Syria's museum
Investigators reveal a lone individual, not a gang, stole Roman-era statues from Syria's National Museum in Damascus, dealing a blow to the nation's post-war cultural recovery.
Roman statues stolen from Syria's National Museum
Ancient Roman-era statues stolen from Damascus museum in suspected individual theft. Investigation underway as Syria rebuilds after civil war. Read the latest developments.
Labour council's woke statue guide brands figures 'white oppressors'
A Labour-led council faces backlash after publishing controversial guidance suggesting statues of historical figures could be considered 'oppressors' due to their race and background. The document has sparked intense debate about historical interpretation
Sheffield Wednesday's golden elephant statues auction
Sheffield Wednesday's controversial chairman Dejphon Chansiri is auctioning his collection of golden elephant statues in a dramatic bid to raise funds for the struggling Championship club, sparking outrage among fans.
Egypt's 'Area 51': Colossal T-Shaped Labyrinth Found
Groundbreaking archaeological discovery reveals a massive T-shaped underground structure in Egypt, drawing comparisons to secret military bases and ancient mysteries.
National Trust celebrity statues spark heritage debate
The National Trust faces criticism after installing modern celebrity statues including Vinnie Jones and David Beckham at historic properties, dividing heritage purists and modern art supporters.
Gaza's ancient history systematically destroyed in conflict
Exclusive investigation reveals the catastrophic loss of Gaza's priceless archaeological heritage, from Bronze Age settlements to Roman ruins, as modern conflict erases millennia of human history.
Mayor's £850k statue splurge sparks pay rise fury
A council leader faces public outrage after spending nearly £1 million of taxpayer money on two Italian statues while simultaneously requesting a substantial salary increase, raising serious questions about fiscal responsibility.
Easter Island Moai Statues Moved in Preservation Operation
In an unprecedented archaeological feat, two of Easter Island's iconic Moai statues have been carefully relocated inland to protect them from coastal erosion and rising sea levels threatening their preservation.
Civil War Statues Removed in North Carolina Overnight
Three Confederate monuments mysteriously disappear from public view in Denton, North Carolina, sparking debate about historical preservation and modern values as local officials remain tight-lipped about the removal operation.
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
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.
Harrods removes controversial Mohamed Al-Fayed pharaoh statues
The iconic Knightsbridge department store has dismantled two giant bronze statues of its former owner, Mohamed Al-Fayed, depicted as an Egyptian pharaoh. The move comes after renewed scrutiny of the sculptures, long considered a contentious landmark.
Biblical-Era Weapon Factory Discovered in Israel
A stunning archaeological discovery in Israel's Jordan Valley has uncovered a 'flint blade factory' dating back to the early Biblical era. Experts reveal this site, active 3,000 years ago, produced deadly stone weapons potentially used by the Israelites,
Ukraine dismantles thousands of Soviet statues in cultural purge
Ukraine accelerates its decolonisation, removing Soviet-era monuments in a profound cultural shift against its imperial past. Discover the scale and symbolism of this national transformation.
Lost Maya Megalopolis & Superhighways Discovered in Jungle
A groundbreaking LiDAR survey has revealed a sprawling, interconnected network of nearly 1,000 Maya settlements, including 417 cities, linked by 110 miles of ancient superhighways. This discovery in northern Guatemala rewrites the history of the ancient c
Stonehenge Mystery Solved: Origins Traced to Welsh Monument
Groundbreaking research reveals Stonehenge's first stones were part of an earlier Welsh monument, dismantled and dragged 140 miles by Neolithic cattle herders 5,000 years ago.
Forbidden Bible Text Reveals Adam & Eve's Secret Children
A newly translated ancient biblical text, the Apocalypse of Thomas, reveals a startling prophecy about the End of Days and the forgotten lineage of Adam and Eve. This forbidden manuscript, hidden for centuries, offers a radical alternative to the Genesis
Professor Christopher Rowe, Renowned Classicist, Dies at 81
Tributes pour in for Professor Christopher Rowe, the influential Cambridge scholar whose groundbreaking translations of Plato and Aristotle shaped classical studies for generations.
Ancient Christian cross unearthed in Abu Dhabi sands
Archaeologists in Abu Dhabi have discovered a stunning 1,400-year-old Christian cross, providing the earliest evidence of a long-lost Nestorian Christian community on the islands of the UAE.
Neanderthal-Human Mating Rewrites History 250,000 Years Back
Groundbreaking DNA analysis reveals our human ancestors interbred with Neanderthals a staggering 250,000 years ago, forcing a complete rethink of our evolutionary timeline and the resilience of Neanderthal DNA in modern humans.
Ancient Crucifixion Cross With Mystery Text Found In Desert
A 1,500-year-old lead cross, depicting Christ's crucifixion and bearing a cryptic Greek inscription, has been discovered by a hiker in the remote Israeli desert, leaving archaeologists baffled.
Lost Ancient City Discovered in Amazon Jungle
Archaeologists have made a staggering discovery in the Colombian Amazon, unearthing a vast ancient city complete with mysterious earthworks and a network of roads, challenging everything we thought we knew about pre-Hispanic civilisations.
Earliest written reference to Moses found in Egypt
A groundbreaking discovery in Egypt has uncovered the oldest written reference to Moses, shedding new light on biblical history and archaeology.
Prehistoric whale species discovered in Australia
Scientists in Australia have discovered a prehistoric whale species, shedding new light on the evolution of marine mammals. The fossil could reshape our understanding of ancient oceans.
Archaeologists uncover apostles' birthplace in Israel
Groundbreaking discovery in Israel as archaeologists unearth the ancient village believed to be the birthplace of Jesus' apostles Peter, Andrew, and Philip, aligning with biblical accounts.
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