6,000-Year-Old Conch Shell Trumpets Found in Spain
Archaeologists discover Neolithic conch-shell trumpets in Catalonia, used 6,000 years ago for communication and music. Hear the sounds of our ancient ancestors.
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New Study Deepens Peru's Band of Holes Mystery
Fresh archaeological research reveals surprising new details about Peru's mysterious Band of Holes, challenging previous theories about this ancient enigma. Discover the latest findings.
900-Year Easter Island Statue Mystery Solved
After 900 years, researchers reveal how Easter Island's massive moai statues were moved using rope-rocking method. Discover the ancient secrets of Rapa Nui engineering.
BBC's Civilisations: Ancient Echoes of Modern Crisis
New BBC series Civilisations: Rise and Fall draws chilling parallels between ancient collapses and contemporary society. Essential viewing on iPlayer now.
Civilisations: Ancient Rome's Lessons for Modern Crises
As BBC Two's Civilisations: Rise and Fall explores the British Museum's artefacts, discover what history warns us about being on the brink of disaster. Plus, tonight's TV highlights.
Stone Age Teen's DNA Found in 10,500-Year-Old Birch Gum
Genetic analysis of prehistoric birch tar chewed 10,500 years ago in Estonia reveals a brown-eyed, brown-haired teenager. This remarkable discovery connects us directly with Stone Age life.
16 Ancient Canoes Found in Wisconsin Lake Dating 5,200 Years
Archaeologists uncover 16 submerged Indigenous canoes in Lake Mendota, revealing a 5,200-year-old prehistoric 'parking lot' used by ancient travellers. Discover this remarkable find.
Neanderthals and Humans Kissed, Oxford Study Finds
Groundbreaking research from the University of Oxford suggests Neanderthals likely kissed both each other and early modern humans, challenging perceptions of ancient relationships.
Massive 3,600-year-old city discovered in Kazakhstan
Archaeologists uncover a 346-acre Bronze Age settlement in Kazakhstan, revealing advanced metallurgy and challenging nomadic stereotypes. Explore the lost 'City of Seven Ravines'.
Holocaust Artefacts Auction Sparks Outrage
A German auction house faces calls to cancel a 'shameless' sale of over 600 Holocaust documents. Survivors urge basic decency. Read more and join the call.
Saturday Quiz: Test Your Knowledge on Music, History & Sport
Dive into this week's challenging Saturday quiz. Can you answer all the questions on country music legends, ancient parliaments, and Olympic events? Put your knowledge to the test!
Ancient Greek hotel-museum opens in Matera's cave dwellings
Step back in time at Moyseion, an immersive hotel-museum in Italy's ancient cave city of Matera. Experience living history through authentic rituals, music and cuisine from the Magna Graecia era.
Saving Mauritania's ancient desert libraries from sands
The UNESCO-listed city of Chinguetti, home to priceless medieval manuscripts, battles encroaching desert sands, dwindling tourism, and regional insecurity. Discover the fight to preserve Africa's spiritual capital.
How America's First Civilisation Survived Climate Collapse
Groundbreaking archaeological discovery reveals how the Norte Chico civilisation in Peru adapted their society and agriculture to withstand a catastrophic climate shift that wiped out contemporary cultures.
The Marbles Review: Case for Returning Parthenon Treasures
A thoughtful new documentary outlines the powerful ethical and cultural arguments for repatriating the Elgin Marbles to Athens, reigniting the centuries-old debate.
Alentejo's Golden Autumn: Portugal's Ancient Charm
Escape to Portugal's Alentejo region this autumn for ancient hilltop cities, golden vineyards, and authentic cultural experiences away from the crowds.
Ancient Rome Tower Collapse Injures Workers Near Colosseum
A 13th-century medieval tower unexpectedly collapsed near Rome's iconic Colosseum, leaving construction workers injured and raising serious questions about heritage site safety protocols.
Medieval Rome Tower Partially Collapses in Dramatic Footage
Shocking video captures the moment a section of Rome's historic 12th-century Torre dei Conti medieval tower crumbles to the ground, raising concerns about Italy's architectural heritage preservation.
600-Year-Old Medieval Soup Recipe From London
Discover a forgotten medieval London soup recipe that's taking food enthusiasts by storm. This hearty, historical dish from a 15th-century cookbook offers surprising health benefits and authentic Tudor flavours perfect for modern tables.
World's Most Valuable Museum Opens After 20-Year Build
After two decades of planning and construction, the monumental Museum of Planetary Heritage has finally opened its doors, housing artefacts valued at nearly £1 billion in a spectacular new cultural landmark.
Museum Heist: 1,000+ Artefacts Stolen in Bold Raid
In a brazen overnight theft, sophisticated criminals have plundered more than 1,000 items from a museum collection, leaving authorities stunned by the scale and precision of the operation.
Oakland Museum Heist: Native American Artefacts Stolen
A sophisticated burglary at Oakland Museum of California sees thieves steal invaluable Native American artefacts in a carefully planned overnight operation, leaving authorities and community devastated.
Kyiv museum launches African art exhibition during war
In an extraordinary act of cultural resilience, Kyiv's Khanenko Museum opens 'Dialogues with Africa' exhibition while navigating wartime challenges and power outages.
DNA breakthrough leads to Louvre heist arrests
French authorities make significant progress in Louvre theft case as genetic evidence and international cooperation uncover sophisticated criminal network behind missing treasures.
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