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Egypt's Giza Pyramids To Undergo USD 51 Million Revamp. What Tourists Can Expect
Several reforms and renovations are set to take place at Giza Pyramids, the iconic historical site in Egypt, to improve the tourist experience.
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Water on Ancient Mars? New Study Challenges the Cold Planet Theory
Scientists have uncovered compelling evidence suggesting that early Mars was surprisingly wet, featuring extensive networks of lakes and river basins shaped by rainfall and snowfall. This challenges long-held views of a predominantly cold and icy ancient Mars. Despite current climate models struggling to explain sustained liquid water on the Red Pl...
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12,000-Year-Old Underwater Pyramid Near Japan Sparks Buzz About Lost City
Believed to be over 10,000 years old, it challenges the timeline of human construction, suggesting that advanced societies may have existed long before previously thought.
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Archaeologists May Have Found 2,100-Year-Old Roman Canal Built by Gaius Marius in Southern France
Archaeologists in France may have located a lost Roman canal built during the Cimbrian Wars. The Marius Canal, ordered by Gaius Marius, was a crucial supply route for Roman troops fighting the Cimbri and Teutones between 104 and 102 B.C. Researchers have identified structures in the Rhône River delta matching Roman engineering standards, including...
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Holika Dahan 2025: The Significance Of The Pre-Holi Bonfire Ritual
Holika Dahan 2025: This ancient ritual celebrates the victory of good over evil, symbolized by the burning of an effigy of the mythical demoness Holika.
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Grand Temple Of Sita Mata To Be Built, Says Union Minister Amit Shah
Union Minister Amit Shah on Sunday hailed the people of Mithilanchal and Bihar for contributing to the development of Gujarat and said the area had a history of empowering democracy and philosophy from ancient times.
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Ancient DNA Sheds Light on the Diverse Genetic Origins of the European Huns
A new study has analysed ancient DNA from 370 individuals buried between the fourth and sixth centuries, revealing that the European Huns were genetically diverse. While some showed direct ties to Xiongnu elites from Mongolia, most carried mixed Northeast Asian ancestry. Researchers found no evidence of a single large-scale migration but instead ob...
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New Research Reveals Mars’ Red Colour Linked to Ancient Water Presence
A recent study suggests that Mars’ red hue originates from ferrihydrite, an iron oxide that forms in water-rich environments. Scientists recreated Martian dust in labs and found that the mineral remained stable despite the planet’s dry conditions. Data from orbiting spacecraft and rovers confirm this discovery, reshaping theories about Mars’ ...
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Astronomers Spot Galaxy NGC 3640 With a Past of Consuming Smaller Galaxies
Recent observations of NGC 3640 reveal a history of merging with smaller galaxies. Located 88 million light-years away, the elliptical galaxy is suspected to be on a collision course with NGC 3641. The Very Large Telescope captured structural distortions, hinting at previous mergers. Researchers have identified ancient stars acting as fossil marker...
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5,000-Year-Old Spanish Fortress Reveals Roman-Era Burial with Dagger
A 5,000-year-old fortress in Spain has revealed an unexpected Roman-era burial. The remains of a man, aged between 25 and 35, were found with a military dagger, suggesting he may have been a soldier. The site had been abandoned for over 2,500 years, leaving archaeologists puzzled over why he was buried there. Experts believe he could have been a de...
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Perseverance Rover Examines Serpentine Lake on Mars, Seeking Clues on Past Water Presence
NASA’s Perseverance rover has closely studied the rock formation known as Serpentine Lake on Mars, which reveals serpentine minerals that typically form in water-rich environments. The analysis aims to uncover clues about Mars' geological history and potential past habitability. Despite challenges in extracting samples from other sites, such as C...
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1,300-Year-Old Gold Hoard Found Near Dutch Village Hints at Pagan Rituals
A 1,300-year-old gold and silver hoard near Hezingen, Netherlands, suggests an ancient pagan worship site. Researchers found coins, jewellery and relics possibly used in religious offerings. Geochemical analysis indicates animal sacrifices, while architectural findings suggest ritual structures. The discovery sheds light on early medieval Europe's ...
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NASA Perseverance Rover Discovers Ancient Rock Sample on Mars' Jezero Crater
NASA’s Perseverance rover has collected a unique rock sample from Mars' Jezero Crater. The rock, named “Silver Mountain,” is believed to be one of the oldest in the solar system, possibly dating back to the Noachian period, over 4 billion years ago. This discovery provides new insights into Mars’ geological history and past environmental co...
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Archaeologists Find Roman Artefacts in Spain’s Cova De Les Dones Cave
Archaeologists have discovered Roman-era inscriptions and a corroded coin inside Spain’s Cova de les Dones cave. The artefacts, dating back nearly 1,900 years, suggest the cave was used for ritual offerings. Previous research indicates human activity in the cave for thousands of years, with Iron Age ceramics and over 110 prehistoric paintings doc...
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Massive Ice Age Landforms Found Under North Sea Provide Key Insights into Ancient Glaciers
Scientists have uncovered massive ice age landforms buried deep beneath the North Sea, revealing patterns of a colossal ice sheet that existed 1 million years ago. Using high-resolution sound wave imaging, researchers discovered features indicating a single, large ice sheet that shaped the region’s landscape. These findings provide new perspectiv...
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Egypt's Giza Pyramids To Undergo USD 51 Million Revamp. What Tourists Can Expect
Several reforms and renovations are set to take place at Giza Pyramids, the iconic historical site in Egypt, to improve the tourist experience.
-
Water on Ancient Mars? New Study Challenges the Cold Planet Theory
Scientists have uncovered compelling evidence suggesting that early Mars was surprisingly wet, featuring extensive networks of lakes and river basins shaped by rainfall and snowfall. This challenges long-held views of a predominantly cold and icy ancient Mars. Despite current climate models struggling to explain sustained liquid water on the Red Pl...
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12,000-Year-Old Underwater Pyramid Near Japan Sparks Buzz About Lost City
Believed to be over 10,000 years old, it challenges the timeline of human construction, suggesting that advanced societies may have existed long before previously thought.
-
Archaeologists May Have Found 2,100-Year-Old Roman Canal Built by Gaius Marius in Southern France
Archaeologists in France may have located a lost Roman canal built during the Cimbrian Wars. The Marius Canal, ordered by Gaius Marius, was a crucial supply route for Roman troops fighting the Cimbri and Teutones between 104 and 102 B.C. Researchers have identified structures in the Rhône River delta matching Roman engineering standards, including...
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Holika Dahan 2025: The Significance Of The Pre-Holi Bonfire Ritual
Holika Dahan 2025: This ancient ritual celebrates the victory of good over evil, symbolized by the burning of an effigy of the mythical demoness Holika.
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Grand Temple Of Sita Mata To Be Built, Says Union Minister Amit Shah
Union Minister Amit Shah on Sunday hailed the people of Mithilanchal and Bihar for contributing to the development of Gujarat and said the area had a history of empowering democracy and philosophy from ancient times.
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Ancient DNA Sheds Light on the Diverse Genetic Origins of the European Huns
A new study has analysed ancient DNA from 370 individuals buried between the fourth and sixth centuries, revealing that the European Huns were genetically diverse. While some showed direct ties to Xiongnu elites from Mongolia, most carried mixed Northeast Asian ancestry. Researchers found no evidence of a single large-scale migration but instead ob...
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New Research Reveals Mars’ Red Colour Linked to Ancient Water Presence
A recent study suggests that Mars’ red hue originates from ferrihydrite, an iron oxide that forms in water-rich environments. Scientists recreated Martian dust in labs and found that the mineral remained stable despite the planet’s dry conditions. Data from orbiting spacecraft and rovers confirm this discovery, reshaping theories about Mars’ ...
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Astronomers Spot Galaxy NGC 3640 With a Past of Consuming Smaller Galaxies
Recent observations of NGC 3640 reveal a history of merging with smaller galaxies. Located 88 million light-years away, the elliptical galaxy is suspected to be on a collision course with NGC 3641. The Very Large Telescope captured structural distortions, hinting at previous mergers. Researchers have identified ancient stars acting as fossil marker...
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5,000-Year-Old Spanish Fortress Reveals Roman-Era Burial with Dagger
A 5,000-year-old fortress in Spain has revealed an unexpected Roman-era burial. The remains of a man, aged between 25 and 35, were found with a military dagger, suggesting he may have been a soldier. The site had been abandoned for over 2,500 years, leaving archaeologists puzzled over why he was buried there. Experts believe he could have been a de...
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Perseverance Rover Examines Serpentine Lake on Mars, Seeking Clues on Past Water Presence
NASA’s Perseverance rover has closely studied the rock formation known as Serpentine Lake on Mars, which reveals serpentine minerals that typically form in water-rich environments. The analysis aims to uncover clues about Mars' geological history and potential past habitability. Despite challenges in extracting samples from other sites, such as C...
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1,300-Year-Old Gold Hoard Found Near Dutch Village Hints at Pagan Rituals
A 1,300-year-old gold and silver hoard near Hezingen, Netherlands, suggests an ancient pagan worship site. Researchers found coins, jewellery and relics possibly used in religious offerings. Geochemical analysis indicates animal sacrifices, while architectural findings suggest ritual structures. The discovery sheds light on early medieval Europe's ...
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NASA Perseverance Rover Discovers Ancient Rock Sample on Mars' Jezero Crater
NASA’s Perseverance rover has collected a unique rock sample from Mars' Jezero Crater. The rock, named “Silver Mountain,” is believed to be one of the oldest in the solar system, possibly dating back to the Noachian period, over 4 billion years ago. This discovery provides new insights into Mars’ geological history and past environmental co...
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Archaeologists Find Roman Artefacts in Spain’s Cova De Les Dones Cave
Archaeologists have discovered Roman-era inscriptions and a corroded coin inside Spain’s Cova de les Dones cave. The artefacts, dating back nearly 1,900 years, suggest the cave was used for ritual offerings. Previous research indicates human activity in the cave for thousands of years, with Iron Age ceramics and over 110 prehistoric paintings doc...
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Massive Ice Age Landforms Found Under North Sea Provide Key Insights into Ancient Glaciers
Scientists have uncovered massive ice age landforms buried deep beneath the North Sea, revealing patterns of a colossal ice sheet that existed 1 million years ago. Using high-resolution sound wave imaging, researchers discovered features indicating a single, large ice sheet that shaped the region’s landscape. These findings provide new perspectiv...
