Archeology
The mystery of the ancient writing of the Kushan Empire has finally been solved
Archaeologists have deciphered part of the writing system.
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Who are the 7 most powerful women in world history?
As women living in troubled times, they have proven that women are not just vases to be admired.
Archeology
1,700-year-old 'barbarian' tomb discovered
Archaeologists in Germany have discovered the 1,700-year-old grave of a Barbarian, also known as
Archeology
Ghost ship 'appears' in coal mine after 1,700 years missing
The ghost ship is 20m long, has a flat bottom like a barge and could be an important treasure revealing the famous Roman capital of Viminacium.
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Where does Christmas originate?
Christmas is known as the holiday celebrating the birth of Jesus, however not everyone knows which country Christmas originated from.
Archeology
Revealing the fall of the Hittite empire and the fear of people today
The Hittite Empire was very developed and prosperous, but in the last 3 years before its collapse, this civilization faced a problem that people in the world today are f…
History
How did the Sumerian Empire arise and fall?
The Sumerian civilization was the earliest civilization in human history. The location of the Sumerian civilization was Mesopotamia, between the Tigris and Euphrates riv…
Archeology
1,800-year-old shield reveals the glory days of the Roman Empire
A shield made of wood and leather dating to around 250 AD is one of the few complete Roman artifacts ever found.
History
Tigris River: The Origin of Human Civilization
The mighty Tigris River is where humans first developed agriculture, writing and the wheel. But this river, once the lifeblood of the ancient world, is facing threats.
1001 mystery
What secrets do the Inca ruins of Machu Picchu hold?
The ancient city of Machu Picchu is a wonderful architectural masterpiece, located on a mountainside at an altitude of more than 2,300m, like a city floating in the clou…
History
How did the Mongol invasion help form Russia?
Many people believe that the Mongol Tatars invaded Russia when it was a single state. But that is wrong. Because the Russian state was only really formed in response to…
Archeology
Rare Roman-era coin hoard discovered in German mountains
A metal detectorist in Germany has discovered a rare treasure trove of nearly 3,000 Roman coins. Experts have no idea how or why the huge hoard got there.
1001 mystery
Gravity Defying Pillar in Indian Temple
The nearly 5m high pillar hangs from the temple ceiling and does not touch the ground, giving researchers a headache about the ancients' construction methods and intenti…
Archeology
What was the fate of the city destroyed for opposing the Roman Empire?
The ruins at Fregellae, about 90 km southeast of Rome, date from the siege and destruction of the city by Roman troops in 125 BC.
Biology
How did German cockroaches invade the world?
New research traces the evolution of German cockroaches throughout human history from the Islamic empires to present-day Europe.