Winter Solstice Celebrations Draw Crowds to Stonehenge
Thousands gathered at Stonehenge to mark the winter solstice with drumming and dance. Discover the spiritual significance of this ancient astronomical alignment.
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Winter Solstice Celebrated at Stonehenge by Thousands
Thousands gathered at Stonehenge to mark the winter solstice, cheering the sunrise at the ancient stone circle. A spiritual pilgrimage for many, the event signals the return of longer days.
Lasers clean iconic Roman column in historic restoration
Italian restorers use laser technology to clean the 47-metre Column of Marcus Aurelius in Rome, funded by EU recovery funds. A glimpse into the high-tech revival of ancient history.
Ancient Boy Survived Lion Attack Thanks to Community Care
A new study reveals a teenage boy from 6,000 years ago survived a lion attack in Bulgaria for months, highlighting early human compassion and social care. Discover the incredible story.
Prehistoric Teen Survived Lion Attack, Study Finds
Archaeologists reveal a teenage boy from 6,000 years ago survived a lion mauling for months, offering profound insights into Neolithic social care and community support in ancient Bulgaria.
RoboCop statue unveiled in Detroit after 15-year campaign
A 3,500lb bronze RoboCop statue, the result of a 15-year fan campaign, now stands guard in Detroit's Eastern Market, symbolising the city's resurgence and cinematic legacy. Discover the story behind this unique monument.
Trump's $100m 'Arc de Trump' Plan Moves Forward
President Donald Trump confirms his controversial Arc de Triomphe-style monument for Washington D.C. is progressing. The $100m project, marking the US 250th anniversary, faces comparisons to the McDonald's logo. Read the full story.
Lost Prehistoric Monument Found Near Stonehenge
Archaeologists confirm a massive ring of pits near Stonehenge is Britain's largest prehistoric structure, revealing new insights into Neolithic society. Explore the discovery.
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.
Missing Rodeo Star's Remains Found After 6 Years
Human remains discovered in the Nebraska desert have been identified as Chance Englebert, a rodeo star missing since 2019. Police deem it an accidental fall, but his family questions the official findings.
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.
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.
Stonehenge security alert after Louvre heist
British authorities ramp up protection at Stonehenge following a daring theft of ancient stones from the Louvre, raising concerns about similar attacks on UK heritage sites.
Wallace Monument Inspires Frankenstein's Netflix Lab
Exclusive behind-the-scenes look at how Guillermo del Toro transformed Stirling's historic monument into the iconic cliffside laboratory for his Netflix adaptation of Frankenstein
Trump's 'Victory Arch' Plan: Multi-Million DC Monument
Exclusive details reveal Donald Trump's ambitious proposal for a colossal 'Victory Arch' in Washington DC, with staggering cost estimates raising eyebrows across political circles.
Ancient Roman tower partially collapses near Colosseum
A section of the historic Torre dei Conti in Rome crumbled onto the street, narrowly avoiding tragedy as emergency services secure the area around the 800-year-old monument.
Ancient Roman Tower Collapses Near Imperial Forums
A significant portion of Rome's medieval Torre dei Conti has collapsed near the Imperial Forums, raising urgent questions about Italy's cultural heritage preservation. Emergency services are securing the area as investigations begin.
Tourist defaces Rome's Colosseum in broad daylight
Italian authorities have launched a major investigation after a tourist was filmed defacing the historic Colosseum in Rome, prompting outrage and calls for stricter penalties against cultural vandalism.
Washington Monument Protest Over Gaza Conflict Sparks Debate
New York State Assembly member Zohran Mamdani leads dramatic protest at Washington Monument, demanding end to US military support for Israel amid escalating Gaza violence.
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.
Just Stop Oil activists deface Stonehenge with orange powder
Two Just Stop Oil activists have been arrested after spraying the iconic Stonehenge monument with orange powder paint, demanding the next UK government take radical climate action.
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.
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