How Did These 5 Mass Extinctions Shape Earth’s History?

Medicine & Technology May 18, 2021

The extinction of the dinosaurs is only one of many extinction events resulted in wiping out millions of animals on Earth. What caused these events?

Genomes Discovery Changes View on Bronze Age Italy's Societal Organization and Ancestry

May 11, 2021

Genomes with Steppe-related ancestry were found on various archeological sites in Italy. It changed the views of the Italian Peninsula's ancient history.

Ancient Frog-Face Turtle Lived from Cretaceous Period Found in Madagascar

May 07, 2021

Recently, a group of paleontologists found a fossil of a quick-mouthed frog turtle. This turtle that was discovered in Madagascar might be the first of its species.

Ecosystem Engineers: Oldest Evidence to Date of Humans Changing Entire Ecosystems with Fire

May 06, 2021

It's no question that for better or for worse, humans have actively take a role in shaping the ecosystems they've been a part of - and a new study might've found the oldest evidence to date.

Are Tyrannosaurs Loners? Utah's Dinosaur Death Site Shows Unusual Answer

Apr 20, 2021

Paleontologists say a mass grave in Utah shows the dinosaurs may not have always been solitary predators as previously thought.

Here's How Many Tyrannosaurus Rexes Roamed Around Our Planet

Apr 16, 2021

Experts said 2.5 billion Tyrannosaurus rex prowled North America over a couple million years or so, with maybe 20,000 at any given time.

Bronze Mirrors From Ancient China Still Reflect After 2,000 Years

Apr 15, 2021

An archaeological dig at an ancient tomb in China included some 80 bronze mirrors that were still reflective and retains their original designs, such as clouds and ancient scriptures - even after 2,000 years.

Stone Tools Found in Graves Showed Different Roles of Men and Women Neolithic Farmers

Apr 14, 2021

Stone tools found in Neolithic farmers' graves showed gender roles, with men taking on hunting and butchery while women being responsible for leatherwork.

Europe's Oldest Map Carved in Forgotten Stone Slab Rediscovered in France

Apr 08, 2021

A forgotten stone slab first discovered 100 years ago has been rediscovered by modern archaeologists who believe that it is Europe's oldest map.

Ancient Genomes Examination Offer Insight on the Rise and Fall of Scythians

Mar 29, 2021

A new study on ancient genomes reveals insights on the genetic events that signaled the rise, peak, and decline of the Scythians - an ancient civilization known as fearsome warriors on horseback that dominated the Eurasian steppes.

Dead Sea Scrolls Found Recently: Fragments of Biblical Texts That Have Not Been Seen In Decades

Mar 19, 2021

Authorities have discovered a new set of Dead Sea scroll fragments of biblical texts, which has not been seen for 60 years.

Genetic Analysis of Ancient Massacre Reveals Large Scale Indiscriminate Killing

Mar 11, 2021

An international team of researchers conducted genetic analysis on the remains from an ancient massacre site in Croatia - revealing what might be the oldest instance of indiscriminate killing to date.

El Argar Dig: Archaeological Find Points to Powerful Women in Ancient Iberian Society

Mar 11, 2021

Researchers who analyzed the contents of a princely tomb in Pliego, Murcia, in Spain found out that women from the ruling class might have played critical roles in governing the ancient society of El Argar.

Scientists Continue Research for Roopkund Skeleton Lake

Feb 27, 2021

Roopkund Skeleton Lake has been a mystery to scientists ever since its first discovery in 1942. Despite advancements in DNA analysis, researchers can only theorize the cause behind the sudden deaths of thousands of people.

Australia's Oldest Rock Painting of Kangaroo Found To Be 17,000-Year-Old Thru Radiocarbon Dating

Feb 22, 2021

Scientists in Australia announced that the oldest rock painting on the continent is the 17,000-year-old painting of a kangaroo.