Unicorns are all over the place in popular culture these days - movies, TV shows, toys, clothing and books for children and adults alike. But you might be interested to learn that the majestic, all-white horse with a spiralized horn on its forehead is just one version of the many varieties of unicorn that have appeared in folklore throughout history.
They Just Opened A Cave That Was Sealed For Millions Of Years But Made A Shocking Discovery
Caves are dark and spooky places that make you wonder what’s really lurking inside. You might expect a maze of stone or a hidden waterfall only to find ancient life instead! From new and unknown animal species to lost cave art that’s thousands of years old, here are the 20 Most Shocking Things Ever Found In Caves!
This Ancient Book Found In Egypt Raises Major Doubt About Origin Of Humans
In the following video we will be talking about an ancient book that was found in Egypt, which raises a major doubt about the origin of humans. Watch the video to find out more!
Mysterious Genetic Origins of Native Americans Tracked to China
According to recent genetic and DNA research, some of the first Native Americas came from the north coast of China. According to a new genomics research, some of the initial arrivals occurred during the last ice age and shortly thereafter, in two different migrations. People from the north coast of China were among the earliest humans to arrive in the Americas, arriving in two independent migrations during and after the last ice age, according to a new genomics research.
Explorers might have arrived in the New World by a terrestrial route through an ice-free corridor, although this was most likely not the initial migration. The kelp highway theory is the polar opposite of the old 'ice-free corridor' route. The findings suggest that, in addition to the previously identified ancestral sources of Native Americans in Siberia, northern coastal China acted as a genetic reservoir that contributed to the gene pool.
Terrifying Creatures You’ll Be Glad Are Extinct
From Allosaurus to Godzilla Shark, in the video below we will analyze some terrifying creatures you’ll be glad are now extinct. Watch the video to find out more!
Neanderthal Skeleton Changes What We Know About Human Evolution
Remarkably, Paleo-anthropologists are not super clear on when the Neanderthals first began to separate themselves from their own ancestors, but the fossil record tells us that Neanderthals were definitely around by about 300,000 years ago. They mysteriously disappeared around 40,000 years ago, as modern humans first began to move into Europe.
However, given the difficulty of interpreting the fossil record, scientists are divided on why these primitive humans no longer walk the Earth. Many believe that modern humans out-competed Neanderthals, eventually leading to the neanderthal extinction. In the end, you’ve got one human population that replaces the other, which historically does not happen in a peaceful manner.
Ancient Lost Map Reveals Location Of Atlantis
Atlantis has spellbound historians and adventurers for many centuries - a legendary city made famous in descriptions by Ancient Greek scholar Plato. The exact whereabouts of it has been a mystery. The key to uncovering this legendary city's mystery may lie within the recently discovered map. However, newly unearthed, ancient and lost, mysterious map could possibly disclose where the mythical city of Atlantis is located!
Before we explore the specifics of the map, let's quickly go back in time to comprehend the importance of Atlantis. Plato's dialogues suggest that Atlantis was an advanced civilisation - a nation of islands that existed over 11,000 years ago. Society was believed to be a utopia, abundant in resources and highly advanced technologically. The gods sank Atlantis in a disastrous event as a punishment for its arrogance and hubris.
Discovering the Wonders Above - Journey to the Top of Sigiriya the Ancient Sky City
Prepare to be blown away as we take you on an awe-inspiring journey to Sigiriya, an ancient sky city in Sri Lanka that was built on top of a towering rock fortress. You'll be left speechless as we reveal the remarkable engineering and design that allowed this city to stand tall for over 1500 years, defying the laws of physics and gravity. Stay with us until the end of this video, as we uncover the hidden secrets and stories of Sigiriya that will leave you marveling at the ingenuity and creativity of our ancient ancestors. Don't miss out on this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to witness the incredible beauty and wonder of Sigiriya!
This incredible ancient city is over 1500 years old, and located at a whopping 656 meters up a hill which is 200m above the see level, making it a fortified marvel that might have been built long before humans could construct houses. The city's structures are so well-planned and thought out that experts say they should not have existed at the time of its construction. But here it stands, surrounded by lush gardens and forests, with pools of water and fountains on top of a 180-meter-high rock. And let's not forget the underground pathways and reservoirs that were simply too advanced for its time!
In today's video we look at Discovering the Wonders Above - Journey to the Top of Sigiriya the Ancient Sky City
Graham Hancock - People Don't Know about Lost Rainforest in Antarctic That They Tried to Hide
Graham Hancock has put forth a intricate and captivating hypothesis about antarctic suggesting it might have been home to ancient civilizations or other phenomena. These theories often draw on the mystery and remoteness of the continent. Watch the video for more!
Incredible Ships We've Brought Up From the Deep
Uncover the fascinating stories of incredible ships rescued from the depths of the sea. From the Mary Rose to the Vasa, witness the daring missions to salvage history and preserve maritime treasures. Enjoy!
The Forgotten Country that Destroyed Egypt
In the shadowy folds of history, where ancient pharaohs once held sway, the mighty land of Egypt wrestled with the formidable Kushite Empire. From the heart of Nubia, King Piye, a Kushite monarch and devoted worshiper of Amun-Ra, led his armies against the Egyptian chieftain Tefnakhte, seeking to unify a divided land. This monumental clash echoed throughout Upper Egypt to Heracleopolis, and down the Nile to the palaces of Thebes. In the aftermath, as the dust settled on this epic struggle, a seismic shift in power occurred, reshaping Egypt's destiny. What unfolded next was an era of unforeseen change; the land of the pyramids found itself navigating a path strewn with Kushite imprints and the echoes of Nubian victories, indelibly etched in the Victory Stela of Piye. Embark on a journey back through the corridors of time to understand what happened to Egypt after this tumultuous encounter with the Kushites. Explore the impact on its people, the new capital that rose from the ashes, and the extraordinary reign of Kushite Nubian King Piye, forever reshaping the landscape of both Egypt and modern Sudan.
Ancient Chinese Philosophers' Life Lessons Men Learn Too Late In Life
The wisdom of the ancient philosophers is valuable information that humanity especially needs now. It is good to know that some of these lessons will really change one's life for the better or lead to deep reflection.
Discoveries That Could Change History
In the following video we will analyze discoveries that could change history. Watch the video for more!
Hero, Beast, or Both? The Complex Lore of the Centaur | Monstrum
Humans have domesticated animals as beasts of burden for thousands of years and the vital role horses play in the evolution of culture in particular has inspired countless equine folklore, but none are quite like the centaur. Watch the video below to find out more!
Researchers have discovered the Chinese cousin of the velociraptor
The largest dinosaur ever found with wings on its arms, a new species of feathered dinosaur was uncovered in China.
The so-called Zhenyuanlong has three layers of quill-like features and is coated with feathers, making it resemble a modern bird. One of the new species' closest relatives is the well-known velociraptor, which lived approximately 125 million years ago.
The thousands of feathered dinosaurs that have been discovered in the Liaoning Province of China, where the Zhenyuanlong was discovered, are renowned, and this most recent find further diversifies the region's biodiversity. The fossil of the Zhenyuanlong is a perfectly preserved illustration of dinosaur life from the Early Cretaceous period, just as previous species.
The name Zhenyuanlong is derived from the combination of the words "long," which in Chinese means "dragon," and "Zhenyuan," which is the last name of the person who obtained the specimen for examination.
According to a report published today in the journal Scientific Reports, the dinosaur, like previous dinosaurs unearthed in the area, "has broad wings on its arms comprised of multiple sets of pennaceous feathers and large pennaceous feathers on the tail." According to paleontologists, the raptor "appears to lack vaned feathers on the hindlimb" in contrast to its close relatives.
But it's not these characteristics that set this dinosaur apart from others. According to the researchers, the Zhenyuanlong is "an aberrant and rare animal compared to the vast majority of other Liaoning dromaeosaurids, due to its large body size and proportionally tiny forearms". Most of the dinosaur's relatives are around the size of a domestic house cat. The Zhenyuanlong is larger, with short forearms and broad, intricate wings.
It's also intriguing to note that although the Zhenyuanlong has wings, they don't necessarily appear to be designed for flying.
A short-armed species like the Zhenyuanlong may have grown wings even if it did not fly, according to the researchers' theories. The researchers hypothesized that the persistence of paravians without flying could be explained by the possibility that broad, multiple-layered feathered wings were helpful for show and may have even developed for this purpose rather than for flight.
A significant seawater fossil found in Nevada may provide the key to aquatic evolution.
The largest fossil ever discovered from its era is an 8-foot-long cranium that was uncovered in the Augusta Mountains of Nevada. The research team thinks the amazing find may shed light on how contemporary whales evolved and how to protect their presence in our oceans.
The skull of the cymbospondylus youngorum.
The fossil, a newly identified species of an aquatic reptile called an ichthyosaur, dates to about 246 million years ago. According to the research team, the largest animal from that era discovered both on land and in the sea is now known as cymbospondylus youngorum. It presently has the distinction of being the first enormous mammal to live on Earth.
The creature's forefin, shoulder, and backbone were also discovered in the excavation along with its well-preserved skull. The American Association for the Advancement of Science and the Natural History Museums of Los Angeles County issued a report on Thursday that assessed the ichthyosaur to be more than 55 feet long, or the size of a big sperm whale.
Because of its long snout and conical teeth, ichthyosaurs are thought to have consumed fish and squid. It might have also hunted younger individuals of its kind and smaller sea reptiles.
According to paleontologists, the ichthyosaurs multiplied within a few million years, and their expansion was partly fueled by a sharp rise in their prey, which included ammonoids and conodonts that resembled eels. Following a major catastrophe known as the end-Permian catastrophe, these creatures' populations exploded.
"That's one way this study stands out, as it allowed us to explore and gain some additional insight into body size evolution within these groups of marine tetrapods," said Dr. Jorge Velez-Juarbe, an associate curator at the Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County.
"A testament to the resilience of life in the oceans after the worst mass extinction in Earth's history," he continued, the cymbospondylus youngorum.
Lene Delsett and Nicholas Pyenson, the study's co-authors, stated that the study "tells us that ocean giants are not guaranteed features of marine ecosystems, which is a valuable lesson for all of us." Particularly if we wish to maintain the existence of the last ocean giants among us that benefit our own wellbeing.
This Is Why Ancient Egypt Is Still A Mystery For Humans ? (Rituals & secrets)
In this video we are going to tell you about some of The darkest secrets from ancient Egypt is what archaeologists call a retainer sacrifice. This is the practice of murdering, presumably healthy people so that the pharaoh can be served in the afterlife. Some of the kings of old have as many as 500 retainer sacrifices!
In Egypt’s Ancient Secrets, the mysteries surrounding the giant pyramids, desert cemeteries, buried ships, and lost tombs are unraveled. Filled with fascinating details about life in ancient Egypt, each book delves into stories of the past. The series also discusses how historians and scientists are using advanced technology to help unlock Egypt’s ancient secrets.
Incredible Lost Cities From Myths That Could Be Real
From the Azores Archipelago to Baja California, in the following video we will be exploring some incredible lost cities from myths that could be real. Watch the video for more!
Recently Discovered Cave Art Challenges Our Perception of an Ancient Society
Amidst the expanse of Scotland's landscape, adorned with remnants of antiquity, Kilmartin Glen emerges as a paramount hub of historical treasures. This sacred ground, nestled along the western coastline, has long captivated the attention of countless archaeologists, historians, and scholars alike. Given the meticulous scrutiny the region has undergone, the astonishing revelation of a momentous archaeological discovery sent shockwaves throughout the scholarly community. A fortuitous encounter by a local resident revealed an extraordinary assemblage of cave drawings, breathing fresh vitality into our comprehension of the ancient civilization that once thrived in this very domain. These prehistoric artistic renderings now illuminate the tapestry of our shared human heritage.
A Complete Timeline of Prehistoric Creatures & Dinosaurs of North America
The United States of America is not exactly a small country, and the landmass it sits on hasn’t exactly been around for a short amount of time. Think of the millions and millions of years that life has been around on our planet - fossil sponges, for example, have been found elsewhere on the North American continent which date back to around 890 million years ago. In that time, the United States have been home to a plethora of bizarre creatures, both famous and familiar and some which are alien and unrecogniseable. Today, we will take you on a journey through the natural history of this vast and ancient land, from the shallow waters of the Cambrian, right through to the icy forests of the Pleistocene. On the way, we will meet the outlandish and extravagant wildlife that once called America home, such as the infamous dinosaurs of the Cretaceous period, and the bizarre beasts of the Permian. Join us as we take a voyage spanning over five hundred million years, as we discover the prehistoric creatures of the United States of America.
