Take a Look at the Evolution of the Olympic Torch Through the Years
The Olympic torch relay is one of the most exciting events leading to the games. Inspired by the ancient iterations of the games, the Olympic flame travels from Olympia, Greece, to the host city, passing through multiple, carefully selected people’s hands. Much like the logo ...
Archeologists Unearth a Rare Purple Pigment That Is More Valuable Than Gold ?
In a groundbreaking archaeological discovery in Carlisle, England, a team unearthed a rare sample of Tyrian Purple, a pigment once more valuable than gold. This discovery found preserved in the drains of a third-century Roman bathhouse, sheds light on the opulent lifestyle and intricate ...
US Returns 600 Stolen Ancient Artifacts Worth $80 Million to Italy ‘Where it Belongs’
The United States recently returned a significant collection of 600 ancient artifacts, valued at approximately €80 million, to Italy, reaffirming the importance of preserving cultural heritage. These artifacts, which range from the 9th century BCE to the 4th century CE, include ...
Mexico Recovers Long-Lost Manuscripts About the Aztec Empire’s Rise and Fall
The recovery of the long-lost codices of San Andrés Tetepilco marks a significant milestone in the preservation of Mexico’s rich cultural heritage. These invaluable manuscripts provide a unique window into the transition from the Aztec empire to the Viceroyalty of New Spain, ...
Boy Finds Rare Gold Roman Bracelet in a Field Where it Was Lying for 2,000 Years
Twelve-year-old Rowan Brannan’s routine walk with his mother and their dog in a Sussex field turned into an extraordinary adventure when he stumbled upon what appeared to be a mere piece of discarded strapping. Little did they know, the seemingly ordinary find was actually a ...
7,000-Year-Old Canoes Discovered Near Rome Are Oldest Ever Found in Mediterranean
The recent revelation of 7,000-year-old canoes discovered near Rome, within the submerged ancient village of La Marmotta, has ignited a new wave of fascination among archaeologists and historians alike. The unearthing of these ancient vessels, meticulously crafted from single tree ...
Ancient Hazelnuts are Being Used by Archaeologists to Reconstruct Prehistoric Woodlands
Archaeologists are delving into the depths of prehistory with an unlikely tool: ancient hazelnuts. A team from Oxford University has pioneered a method to glean insights into prehistoric woodlands by analyzing well-preserved hazelnut shells. By examining the carbon quantities within ...
Lost Gustav Klimt Painting Is Rediscovered After Almost 100 Years
After nearly a century, the rediscovery of a lost Gustav Klimt painting has stirred excitement in the art world. Gustav Klimt, a prominent figure in the Vienna Secessionist movement, left an indelible mark on European art during a tumultuous period. The recently found painting believed ...
5-Year-Old Girl Finds 152-Year-Old Shipwreck on Fishing Trip in Lake Michigan
Five-year-old Henley Wollack’s innocent love for swimming near Lake Michigan’s Green Island turned into a historic adventure during a recent fishing trip with her father, Tim. Mistaking the submerged wreckage for an octopus, Henley’s keen observation led to the discovery ...
