Neanderthal cannibalism targeted women and children
A chilling study reveals Neanderthals practised 'selective cannibalism' on female outsiders in a Belgian cave 40,000 years ago. Discover the grim details of this prehistoric survival strategy.
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Prehistoric chewing gum reveals ancient DNA
Archaeologists discover 10,500-year-old birch tar chewed by brown-eyed teenager in Estonia, rewriting our understanding of Stone Age life through DNA analysis.
Prehistoric Canoe Parking Lot Found in US Lake
Archaeologists uncover 16 ancient canoes in Lake Mendota, revealing a 5,200-year-old communal sharing system similar to modern bike rentals. Discover the fascinating story.
Ancient Woolly Mammoth RNA Reveals Ice Age Secrets
Scientists decode 39,000-year-old RNA from a woolly mammoth, revealing its final moments. Discover how this breakthrough reshapes our understanding of prehistoric life.
Ancient mammoth RNA breakthrough could aid de-extinction
Scientists extract world's oldest RNA from 40,000-year-old woolly mammoth, revealing new biological insights that could help bring extinct species back to life. Discover how this breakthrough transforms our understanding of prehistoric genetics.
Archaeologists find 'proof' of human activity near Noah's Ark
Scientists discover evidence of human life near the alleged ruins of Noah's Ark on Mount Ararat, potentially rewriting ancient history. Explore the groundbreaking findings.
3,000-Year-Old Bronze Age Boats Go on Public Display
After a 13-year conservation project, three Bronze Age log boats preserved for over 3,000 years will be displayed at Flag Fen Archaeology Park. Discover the ancient secrets of fenland travel.
Bronze Age boats found in Cambridgeshire after 3,000 years
After a 13-year conservation, three Bronze Age log boats discovered near Whittlesey are set for public display at Flag Fen. Discover the secrets they reveal about ancient fenland life.
Ancient log boats discovered after 3,500 years in mud
Three rare Bronze and Iron Age log boats, preserved in mud for over 3,000 years, are now on public display at Flag Fen, revealing unique insights into prehistoric life and transport.
Ancient UK Monument Pre-Dates Stonehenge
Discover the Rollright Stones, a prehistoric site in the Cotswolds older than Stonehenge. Plan your visit to this magical, award-winning historic gem today.
Ancient UK Monument Older Than Stonehenge Revealed
Discover the Rollright Stones, a prehistoric marvel in the Cotswolds older than Stonehenge. Plan your visit to this magical, award-winning historic site today.
Ancient Welsh cave art rewrites human history
Groundbreaking archaeological find in Welsh caves reveals sophisticated 15,000-year-old artwork, forcing scientists to completely reconsider the timeline of human creativity and settlement in Britain.
Giraffe neck evolution driven by combat, not feeding
Groundbreaking research reveals how ancient giraffe ancestors developed their extraordinary neck length through intense evolutionary combat, not just for feeding advantage.
Dartmoor Stones Reveal Britain's Oldest Bridge
Revolutionary archaeological research from University of Exeter uncovers evidence of UK's oldest bridge hidden within Dartmoor's mysterious stone rows, rewriting British prehistory.
Ancient Green Mummy Mystery Solved by Scientists
Archaeologists unravel the mystery behind a remarkably preserved green-hued mummy from 16th-century Poland, revealing startling copper preservation secrets.
T-Rex's Pygmy Cousin Discovered: New Dinosaur Species
Groundbreaking fossil discovery reveals Tyrannosaurus mcraeensis, a smaller prehistoric predator that roamed North America millions of years before T-Rex, challenging everything we thought we knew about dinosaur evolution.
Typhoon reveals ancient Alaskan archaeological treasures
In an extraordinary twist of nature, the remnants of Typhoon Merbok have revealed a significant archaeological discovery on Alaska's western coast, unearthing artefacts that had remained hidden for generations.
Sandi Toksvig investigates Cambridge's medieval mass grave mystery
Television star Sandi Toksvig unveils a chilling Cambridge discovery where archaeologists use crime scene techniques to solve a 900-year-old mass murder mystery.
Prehistoric Mosquito Larva Found in 100-Million-Year-Old Amber
Scientists uncover an extraordinary fossil revealing a mosquito larva perfectly preserved in Cretaceous-era amber, offering unprecedented insights into ancient insect evolution.
Asteroid winter, not impact, killed dinosaurs - study
Groundbreaking study confirms it wasn't the initial asteroid impact but the resulting global winter that sealed dinosaurs' fate 66 million years ago.
Perfect dinosaur egg with embryo found in Argentina
Groundbreaking paleontological find in Argentina uncovers perfectly preserved dinosaur egg containing complete embryo, offering unprecedented insights into prehistoric life.
Ancient Fairy Doors Unearthed in UK Archaeology Discovery
Archaeologists have uncovered three perfectly preserved ancient fairy doors in rural England, challenging our understanding of folklore and ancient belief systems in a remarkable breakthrough.
Ice Age Snow Sloths: Prehistoric Secrets Uncovered
Groundbreaking research reveals how Ice Age snow sloths survived harsh climates and why their extinction holds crucial lessons about climate change and modern conservation efforts.
Perfect dinosaur footprints found in Oxfordshire quarry
Spectacular 166-million-year-old dinosaur footprints, described as 'the most detailed ever found in the UK', have been discovered in a working Oxfordshire quarry, offering unprecedented insights into Middle Jurassic life.
Namibia recovers stolen fossils in global operation
Namibia's National Museum launches major international operation to reclaim stolen prehistoric fossils, exposing global black market in rare palaeontological specimens.
Spectacular Dinosaur Footprints Found in Scottish Quarry
A stunning collection of prehistoric dinosaur footprints has been discovered in a Scottish quarry, offering an unprecedented window into life during the Middle Jurassic period 170 million years ago.
Giant Neanderthal Skeleton Discovered in Spain
Archaeologists uncover colossal 200,000-year-old Neanderthal skeleton in Spain, revealing surprising new insights about our ancient cousins' physical stature and evolution.
11,000-Year-Old Teeth Reveal Neolithic Dentistry
Groundbreaking archaeological discovery in Syria shows early humans performed sophisticated dental procedures millennia before modern dentistry emerged.
NJ amusement park dinosaur statue sells for $110,000
A beloved 20-foot dinosaur statue that guarded a New Jersey amusement park for decades has been auctioned for an astonishing $110,000, marking the end of an era for local residents.
Ancient Mediterranean Coral Reef Discovery Rewrites History
Archaeologists uncover remarkably preserved prehistoric coral reef fossils near Naples, revealing Mediterranean secrets from 20,000 years ago that challenge our understanding of marine evolution.
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