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๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ RUV Frettir
National & Local

The leg of an ancient sorcerer

The article discusses the discovery of the remains of an ancient sorcerer in Iceland, sparking interest in the country's mystical history.

Mar 23 โ€ข 08:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ Aaj Tak (Hindi)
World

Ground Report from Sidon: The Impact of War on a 6000-Year-Old City, Southern Lebanon on the Brink of Destruction

The ancient city of Sidon in Southern Lebanon is facing severe devastation due to the recent Israel-Hezbollah conflict.

Mar 23 โ€ข 07:31 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
World

Ancient Parrot DNA Unveils a Thousand-Year-Old Surprise

Scientists have uncovered an ancient trade network involving colorful parrots, revealing that they were transported from the Amazon to the Peruvian coast nearly a thousand years ago.

Mar 23 โ€ข 05:28 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

What is the first incarnation of the goddess, and who are the two demons that still live in our ears?

The article discusses the worship of the goddess Skandamata during the fifth day of Navratri and explores her first incarnation as described in ancient texts.

Mar 23 โ€ข 04:38 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น Il Giornale
National & Local

Between trekking and soft itineraries: discovering ancient villages and typical flavors

The article highlights the ideal conditions for trekking and hiking in the Garda area of Italy, emphasizing the blend of natural beauty and local cuisine.

Mar 23 โ€ข 04:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท Folha (PT)
National & Local

Why do some people still claim that aliens shaped ancient civilizations

This article discusses the enduring belief that extraterrestrial beings influenced the construction of ancient monuments, exploring its cultural significance and historical context.

Mar 22 โ€ข 14:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท Clarin (ES)
National & Local

The oldest joke in history has been found: it is 4300 years old

Researchers have discovered the oldest known joke dating back 4300 years, originating from a Babylonian tablet.

Mar 22 โ€ข 11:50 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท Clarin (ES)
National & Local

After 2000 years, a Roman theater for 4,000 spectators is unearthed

Braga, Portugal, has unearthed its ancient Roman theater, which accommodates 4,000 spectators and dates back to the time when the city was known as Bracara Augusta.

Mar 22 โ€ข 11:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
National & Local

Prehistoric tunnels made by armadillos and giant sloths are discovered during work in SC

A surprising discovery of prehistoric tunnels in Lauro Mรผller, Brazil, revealed structures created by ancient animals during a road expansion.

Mar 22 โ€ข 09:01 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
National & Local

Wall built with volcanic stones and whale oil in the Cerrado intrigues researchers in Goiรกs

Researchers are baffled by a 15 km wall in Paraรบna, Goiรกs, made from volcanic stones and whale oil, with unclear origins that may date back to ancient oceanic formations or human construction.

Mar 22 โ€ข 08:01 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
National & Local

Rectangular skulls thousands of years old.. what is the scientific reason?

The article explores the origins and misconceptions surrounding elongated skulls found in ancient civilizations, debunking claims of extraterrestrial involvement and attributing their shapes to human practices of head shaping.

Mar 22 โ€ข 07:54 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Wprost
National & Local

Scientists Reconstructed the Face of 'Little Foot'. They Noticed an Unexpected Similarity

Researchers have digitally reconstructed the face of the ancient australopithecus named 'Little Foot,' revealing unexpected similarities with both modern primates and other australopithecus fossils.

Mar 22 โ€ข 04:13 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ ABC News AU
National & Local

Preserved footprints show Tasmanian tigers in South Australia 120,000 years ago

A recent discovery of ancient footprints on the Eyre Peninsula indicates that Tasmanian tigers, or thylacines, once inhabited the South Australian coast 120,000 years ago.

Mar 21 โ€ข 22:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
Crime & Justice

Case of a famous gallerist: 321 fake artworks, ancient icons, a Gospel, and a weapon โ€“ What was seized by the Greek Police

The Greek Police have arrested a well-known gallerist and an employee for allegedly possessing and selling counterfeit artworks and ancient artifacts.

Mar 21 โ€ข 18:53 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡ป TVNET
World

Signs Found on Mars Indicating Something Very Similar to Earth

NASA's Perseverance rover has discovered evidence of an ancient and extensive river system on Mars, suggesting that water flowed on the Red Planet much longer than previously thought.

Mar 21 โ€ข 17:18 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡น Lrytas
National & Local

Are these teeth? Scientists explained what the woman really found on the historic island

A woman claimed to have found ancient marine animal remains while vacationing on a remote island, which the local community verified through social media.

Mar 21 โ€ข 11:18 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ช Postimees
World

Evidence Found Beneath Mars' Surface Indicates Something Very Earthly

NASA's Perseverance rover has discovered evidence of a more ancient and extensive river system on Mars, suggesting that water flowed on the Red Planet for a much longer period than previously thought.

Mar 21 โ€ข 08:20 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น Il Giornale
National & Local

Italian, historic, ancient. Hereโ€™s how the symbol of craftsmanship cigar is born (also thanks to women)

The article discusses the rise of the Toscano cigar from a nearly discarded product to a symbol of Italian craftsmanship, with annual sales reaching 250 million pieces in 50 countries.

Mar 21 โ€ข 04:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Archery: the ancient practice that develops concentration and precision

Archery is evolving from a historical tool for survival into a modern discipline promoting mental relaxation and focus.

Mar 20 โ€ข 19:53 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท Clarin (ES)
National & Local

An ancient plant reveals a mystery: it produces water that seems to come from space

A study of a prehistoric plant reveals that its internal water has a chemical signature resembling that of a meteorite.

Mar 20 โ€ข 17:19 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
National & Local

Nine ancient vases are repatriated to Greece

Nine ancient vases have been returned to Greece after a ceremony in Budapest, signifying an important effort to combat long-standing antiquities smuggling issues.

Mar 20 โ€ข 12:26 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ช Postimees
World

Hubble Telescope Caught a Comet's Breakup - This Doesn't Happen Every Day

NASA's Hubble Space Telescope witnessed a comet breaking apart in real-time, an extremely rare occurrence providing scientists a unique opportunity to explore the inner workings of ancient building blocks of the Solar System.

Mar 20 โ€ข 09:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท Folha (PT)
World

NASA rover collects one of the oldest pieces of evidence of water flow on Mars

NASA's Perseverance rover has discovered signs of an ancient river delta on Mars, indicating water flow on the planet's surface.

Mar 20 โ€ข 09:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
World

A rare ancient star has been discovered that illuminates the... genealogy of the Universe

Scientists have discovered a rare second-generation star with a notable lack of iron, providing insights into the chemical evolution of the Universe.

Mar 20 โ€ข 07:31 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
Life & Tech

Omnipotent AI? The Birth of Algorithmic Faith

The emergence of AI as a new entity is reshaping human belief systems, resembling ancient theological concepts but with modern technological authority.

Mar 20 โ€ข 01:26 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
National & Local

Kyllini: Ancient object was retrieved with fishing nets

An ancient object likely a fragment of an amphora was discovered by a fishing boat in the waters of Kyllini, Greece.

Mar 19 โ€ข 19:35 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ El Paรญs
National & Local

A new dating pulverizes the idea that America was populated from the south

A new study challenges the long-held belief that humans settled in America from the south 14,500 years ago, suggesting an alternative timeline for human migration.

Mar 19 โ€ข 18:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
National & Local

Come face to face with some of the most terrifying ever predators at Natural History Museum

The Natural History Museum in London is set to launch an exhibition titled Jurassic Oceans: Monsters of the Deep on May 22, showcasing ancient marine reptiles.

Mar 19 โ€ข 17:14 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡ป LSM
National & Local

How did the problems of toilets and waste get solved in ancient Riga? An archaeologist tells us

An archaeologist discusses the historical waste management issues faced by the people of ancient Riga, revealing insights into how waste was handled and the impact it had on the environment.

Mar 19 โ€ข 13:53 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡ป LSM
National & Local

How did they solve the problems with toilets and waste in ancient Riga? An archaeologist tells the story

An archaeologist discusses waste management challenges in ancient Riga, revealing historical attitudes and actions regarding refuse disposal.

Mar 19 โ€ข 13:53 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ช Postimees
National & Local

Cambodia presents restored ancient Shiva statue made of 10,000 fragments

Cambodia has successfully restored a massive, ancient dancing Shiva statue that had been shattered into over 10,000 pieces during its civil war.

Mar 19 โ€ข 13:01 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
National & Local

Upgrade works at the archaeological site of Kerameikos and the Ancient Agora of Athens

The Greek Minister of Culture, Lina Mendoni, inspected the ongoing aesthetic and functional upgrades at the archaeological sites of Kerameikos and the Ancient Agora, scheduled to be completed by summer 2026.

Mar 19 โ€ข 11:35 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡จ El Universo (ES)
Life & Tech

Rome and the Novels

The article discusses the profound impact of literature on understanding the historical significance of ancient Rome.

Mar 19 โ€ข 11:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท La Nacion (ES)
Life & Tech

From Antiquity to Emojis: Why the Heart Became the Universal Symbol of Love?

An exploration of how the heart symbol evolved from ancient Egypt to a contemporary icon of love, transcending language barriers.

Mar 19 โ€ข 11:29 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Ancient Egyptian Exhibition Opens in Osaka on the 20th Featuring 150 Treasures from the Brooklyn Museum

An exhibition showcasing 150 artifacts from ancient Egypt will open in Osaka, highlighting significant pieces from the Brooklyn Museum.

Mar 19 โ€ข 10:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡น Lrytas
World

An Ancient Landscape Emerges: Where the Sea Waves Today, Oaks Once Roared and Boars Grunted

New research reveals insights into the ancient ecosystem of Doggerland, which existed before it was submerged by the North Sea.

Mar 19 โ€ข 07:50 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
World

NASA's advanced rover on Mars has detected the oldest traces of water on the planet (video)

NASA's Perseverance rover on Mars has discovered signs of ancient water on the planet's surface, challenging previous scientific estimates.

Mar 19 โ€ข 07:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ Guardian Australia
National & Local

Afternoon Update: Fuel suppliers investigated over alleged price-gouging; Epsteinโ€™s emails visualised; and an ancient skeleton mystery

Australia's fuel crisis prompts investigation into major suppliers for price gouging amid calls for more local fuel solutions.

Mar 19 โ€ข 05:39 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ El Paรญs
National & Local

Not only Greece was the cradle of democracy: 'Other societies also gave voice to common people'

The article discusses a new analysis revealing that various ancient societies outside of Greece also developed democratic practices, challenging the traditional narrative of democracy's origins.

Mar 18 โ€ข 18:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช SZ
National & Local

Exhibition at the Rosenheim Locomotive Shed: Rome, Old!

An exhibition in Rosenheim explores how ancient Rome has been portrayed through various mediums, contrasting historical representation with colorful comics.

Mar 18 โ€ข 15:45 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
Crime & Justice

"Decorated with a candlestick".. An Israeli officer steals an ancient stone in Tulkarem, what is the story?

An Israeli police officer reportedly stole an ancient stone in a Palestinian village during a recent military operation, amid ongoing allegations of cultural heritage violations in the occupied territories.

Mar 18 โ€ข 15:16 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ช Postimees
National & Local

A thousand-year-old underwater structure discovered off the coast of Norway, which may be related to ancient whaling

Archaeologists exploring the Norwegian coast near Telavรฅg uncovered an underwater structure that may provide evidence of ancient whaling traditions.

Mar 18 โ€ข 14:28 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท Folha (PT)
Life & Tech

Is Mathematics a Discovery or a Creation of the Human Mind?

The article explores the philosophical debate on whether mathematics is discovered from the universe or created by human thought, tracing its historical roots from ancient Greece.

Mar 18 โ€ข 14:11 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท Clarin (ES)
World

Lebanon under fire: the collapse of Beirut, the destruction of the ancient Tyre, and humanitarian crisis

Nightly assaults on Beirut and southern Lebanon continue amid escalating tensions in the conflict between Israel and Hezbollah.

Mar 18 โ€ข 14:01 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Guardian
National & Local

Ancient skeleton discovered sitting upright in France

A well-preserved ancient skeleton was found sitting upright near a primary school in Dijon, France, raising questions about burial practices of the Gauls.

Mar 18 โ€ข 13:58 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡น Lrytas
Life & Tech

The object orbiting around Earth may actually be an ancient spacecraft

A newly identified quasi-satellite may be remnants of a Soviet space mission according to researcher A. Loeb.

Mar 18 โ€ข 12:50 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ Aaj Tak (Hindi)
World

A City Spread Over 200 KM... That Disappeared Overnight! The Mystery Has Not Been Solved Yet

The ancient civilization of Tartessos in southwestern Spain mysteriously vanished around 2500 years ago, leaving historians puzzled about its fate.

Mar 18 โ€ข 12:44 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
World

Mysterious NASA photo appears to show 'pyramid the same size as Giza' on Mars

Recent NASA images suggest the existence of pyramid-like structures on Mars, igniting discussions about ancient civilizations on the planet.

Mar 18 โ€ข 12:17 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น Il Giornale
National & Local

The Ancient Virtues Now Forgotten of the Lottery

The article discusses the role of random selection (lottery) in the Italian judiciary reform, emphasizing its importance for fairness and meritocracy.

Mar 18 โ€ข 11:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Ancient virus spreads in the United States

Measles outbreaks in the U.S. are alarming health officials, with over 1,300 cases reported this year, primarily among unvaccinated children.

Mar 18 โ€ข 08:45 UTC

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