Archeology
1.1 million year old treasure found in China 'reshaped human history'
Ancient humans came to the land that is now China much earlier than previously predicted and had very developed technology.
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Archeology
Next April, the ship carrying $17 billion in treasure will be salvaged
Colombian authorities announced they could salvage the San José ship carrying treasures of gold, silver, emeralds and many other goods as early as next month.
Environment
There is no need to find rare elements in space when they are abundant in wastewater
Humans are in an ironic situation, a treasure trove of rare elements is spilled out along with water considered too polluted and expensive to clean.
Conquer Mars
NASA robot discovers 'organic treasure' on Mars
While exploring the arid river delta on Mars, the Perseverance rover collected rock samples rich in organic matter.
History
Massive Nazi treasures still exist?
When the Nazis occupied much of Europe and North Africa during the Second World War, gold, valuable artefacts, and priceless paintings disappeared from the conquered ter…
History
The most famous scepters in human history
Some of the most famous scepters in human history have a long history, studded with a variety of precious stones or used in ceremonies and special events.
Archeology
Discovered a Roman city in the Pyrenees
Archaeological treasures recently unearthed in the Pyrenees have revealed an ancient Roman imperial city and a section of the Via Domitia.
Science story
Surprise with Doraemon's treasures has come true after decades
Many Doraemon treasures in the magic bag have been turned into reality by technology and science.
History
Never-before-seen image of the San José shipwreck loaded with treasure
Recently, the Colombian military released never-before-seen images of the legendary San José wreck that sank more than 3 centuries ago,
Archeology
'Treasures of the Qing Dynasty' were once abandoned in the corner of the kitchen, selling for more than 41 billion dong
An ancient ceramic vase related to the Qing Dynasty emperor Qianlong, once forgotten in the kitchen corner for a long time, has just been auctioned for a record-high amo…
Archeology
Britain has more 2,000-year-old national treasures that 'cause blushing'
A Kent metal detector has really hit the jackpot when a bronze pendant she accidentally found on a farm is declared a national treasure.
Archeology
Digging water pipes, discovering 2,100-year-old 'time-frozen' treasure
An unparalleled, extremely valuable archaeological treasure has just been found in Israel, where most of the artifacts are preserved in extremely good condition and cont…
Archeology
Unveiling the most overwhelming 'mummy treasure' of all time
In the shadow of Saqqara's oldest pyramid - the mecca of Egyptian mummies - 250 mummies, 150 bronze statues and countless stunning treasures from recent excavations are…
Archeology
Priceless treasures inside the Maya pyramids
The Mayan pyramids are not only tombs to bury the remains of kings and nobles, but also contain many precious objects from jade and stingray bones.
Biology
Seaweed - Strange 'treasure' but especially useful in securing the future of mankind
Appearing in nearly every sea of the globe, seaweed is not only familiar to many coastal communities but can also play a huge role in the fight against global change.