In an extraordinary archaeological find, a multidisciplinary team of archaeologists, historians, and prehistory specialists has uncovered the largest single-burial assemblage of beads ever found at an ancient burial site in southern Spain. This discovery, detailed in a paper published in Science Advances, reveals new insights into the Tholos de Montelirio site, a megalithic tomb dating … Read more
The Huns, a nomadic group that suddenly appeared in Europe during the 370s, are often regarded as one of the most influential yet short-lived empires in the history of the continent. Their presence played a crucial role in the downfall of the Western Roman Empire and significantly impacted European history. However, scholars have long debated … Read more
Recent research conducted by scholars from the Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona (UAB) has uncovered new insights into the symbolic importance of hand-held grinding tools used by the earliest Neolithic societies in Europe. These tools, essential for processing cereals, appear to have been deeply embedded in cultural and ritual practices, particularly those associated with women, time, … Read more
Archaeologists recently made an exciting discovery atop the largest pyramidal structure at the San Isidro site in El Salvador. Five ceramic figurines were unearthed, sparking new discussions about the role of ritualistic practices and cultural connections in ancient Central America. The figurines date back to around 400 BC, a time spanning the Preclassic (2000 BC–AD … Read more
Thutmose II, the fourth pharaoh of ancient Egypt’s 18th dynasty, is perhaps not as famous as his successors, but his role in Egyptian history is still significant, largely due to his connections to some of the most prominent rulers of ancient Egypt. Now, more than 3,000 years after his death, the discovery of his long-lost … Read more
Fossilized teeth discovered in Italy have provided significant insights into the evolutionary history of early humans, shedding light on the complex and intricate nature of human development during the Middle Pleistocene. The discovery, published in PLOS ONE on October 3, 2018, by Clément Zanolli from the Université Toulouse III Paul Sabatier in France and his … Read more
A team of scientists from the Centro Nacional de Investigación sobre la Evolución Humana (CENIEH) recently published an important paper in PLOS ONE that sheds new light on the complex origins of Neanderthals. The paper focuses on the Middle Pleistocene Montmaurin-La Niche mandible, a fossil discovered in 1949 by Raoul Cammas in the karstic cavities … Read more
Neanderthals are often depicted as primitive beings, incapable of advanced thought or action. However, a recent discovery is challenging this view and suggesting that our distant cousins might have been more sophisticated than we once thought. A study led by David Frayer, professor emeritus of Anthropology at the University of Kansas, has uncovered evidence of … Read more
Scientists have recently made a remarkable discovery at the Hualongdong archaeological site in Zhongzhi County, located in Anhui Province in eastern China. The find includes a remarkably well-preserved Homo erectus skull, teeth, and other skull bones. This discovery, which was announced during a news conference held on November 20, 2025, is of significant importance for … Read more
Neanderthals, once the dominant human species across Europe, are believed to have disappeared around 39,000 to 41,000 years ago. Despite their extinction, they continue to leave a genetic legacy in present-day populations, particularly in those of Eurasian descent. Modern humans in these regions carry between 1 to 3% Neanderthal DNA, a testament to the ancient … Read more