The Insane Biology of: Humans

In the video below we will be explaining the insane biology of humans. Watch the video for more and enjoy!

Archaeologist Team Uncovers Bronze Age Mound Cemetery Near Stonehenge

The Cotswold Archeology team excavating at the site of a planned housing development near Salisbury, England, has unearthed a giant barrow cemetery that could be between 3,500 and 4,000 years old.

Wiltshire is well known for its Bronze Age barrows, particularly those found within the World Heritage site of Stonehenge and on the chalklands of Cranborne Chase. In contrast, little is known about similar sites near the medieval city of Salisbury.

These barrows were installed 1,000 years or more after the monuments at Stonehenge were built on the Salisbury Plain just 10 miles to the north. The archaeologists discovered enough evidence to conclude that these barrows had been made during the latter period.

12 Most Amazing Ancient Artifacts Finds

You don't need to be a professional archaeologist to make remarkable discoveries. Incredible finds can be made by anyone, anywhere, at any time. The thrill of unearthing history knows no bounds, and it doesn't matter who makes the discoveries as long as they're made. Let's explore some discoveries that illuminate the wonders of our shared history, reminding us that the past is still alive and waiting to be unravelled.

The Mysterious Ancient Weapon With Power To Conquer The World: The Spear Of Destiny (Holy Lance)

Among the most powerful relics of Christian history, the fabled Spear of Destiny is one of the most prized and sought-after. From its origin in the fabled tale of a Roman soldier piercing the side of Jesus Christ to the myth of the spear granting world-conquering invincibility to its owner, the legends surrounding the Spear of Destiny have been obsessed over by many. Even infamous leaders like Napoleon were known to be deeply fascinated by the spear and its powers, wishing to possess it at all costs.

But what is the truth behind this fascinating legend? And why do four different versions of the spear exist?

In the Gospel of John, Jesus was arrested by Roman authorities, tried, and sentenced to death by crucifixion, which involved nailing a person to a cross and leaving them to die slowly. As Jesus hung on the cross, the soldiers guarding him planned to break his legs to hasten death. This would allow his followers to bury him before the Sabbath began and they were prohibited from manual labor including burials.

Jesus, however, already appeared to be dead. To confirm, one of the Roman soldiers, later identified as Longinus, used his lance to pierce the side of Jesus as he hung on the cross causing a miraculous mix of blood and water to flow from his body. Some accounts suggest that Longinus was blind and that some of the blood and water from the wound splashed onto his eyes, restoring his sight and leading to his conversion to Christianity.

Jesus was removed from the cross and entombed, but what happened to the spear used by Longinus? The Bible makes no further mention of the spear, though interest in the spear and other Christian relics begins to grow as the Church expands and becomes a geopolitical force.

This renewed interest ultimately gives rise to four main contenders claiming to be the true lance that pierced the side of Jesus, each with fascinating tales and powers assigned to them. As the legends of each grew, the lance came to be known as The Holy Lance the Spear of Destiny, or the Holy Spear...

The Mysterious Sealed Tomb of Mount Nemrut

In today’s video we will be exploring the ancient site of Mount Nemrut. Soaring 7,000 feet into the sky, this lofty mountain top is home to a mysterious and ancient ruin. A massive grave and cultic complex commissioned by the Persian and Greek leader Antiochus I. The tomb is flanked by enormous stone reliefs of gods that highlight a mix of influences that met in this area at the time showing Greek gods wearing Persian clothes.

The most striking feature of this site is the enormous burial mound. An unopened tomb that remains a mystery to archaeologists and historians alike.

Join us as we work to uncover the secrets of the ancient temple of Mt. Nemrut.

When Ancient Greece Destroyed Atlantis 12,000 Years Ago

In today’s video, we’re going to dive into the story of the lost city of Atlantis. More than eleven thousand years ago the nations of the Mediterranean were attacked by a dominant naval power, hailing from outside the Pillars of Heracles. These invading Atlanteans sought to enslave all peoples within the pillars, only to be thwarted at the final hour by the Hellenes, the virtuous ancestors of the ancient Greeks who trace their lineage back to Athena herself. Though the Mediterranean was freed from subjugation, the conflict was not punctuated by a resounding victory but by the opening of the earth’s cavernous and gnashing jaws - this unleashing sundering quakes and swallowing floods. In the resulting cataclysm, all the fighting men of the Hellenes sank into the earth, and:

“…in a single day and night of misfortune… the island of Atlantis in like manner disappeared into the depths of the sea.”

The story of Atlantis is preserved in the form of two dialogues by Plato, the Timaeus and the Critias, written circa 360 BC. The dialogues contain nested narratives passed down orally for over 200 years, and we’ll read from the core narrative today. It follows Solon, a law-maker and poet of ancient Athens, who traveled to Egypt around 600 BC, and there learned of his own people’s history from an agéd Egyptian priest. Solon’s account of these teachings, which are the earliest references to Atlantis in the literary record, are summarized in the "Timaeus" and detailed in the "Critias", though the latter dialogue survives only in part.

In the "Timaeus", the story of Atlantis is introduced, albeit briefly. Both dialogues feature Socrates in conversation with three interlocutors - Timaeus, Critias, and Hermocrates. (Interlocutor, if you didn’t know, is a formal word that denotes a participant in a conversation or dialogue.) Timaeus, a Pythagorean philosopher, is the primary speaker in the first dialogue, though he does not speak on Atlantis, instead presenting a complex and allegorical account of the creation of the universe, the Earth, human beings, and the cosmos.

The Gate To The Garden Of Eden Just Found In Israel

An ancient gate said to represent the elusive entrance to the famous Garden of Eden, was discovered just three minutes ago. Scholars, archaeologists, and thrill-seekers rush to the site, their hearts hammering with the weight of history. Whispers of unknown wonders and forbidden knowledge swirl in the wind, luring anyone daring enough to cross the mysterious threshold of the gate. The world holds its breath as the clock ticks, eager to see what lies beyond, without any further delay let's get into the video.

God created the Garden of Eden during the week of Creation as a place for humanity's first man, Adam. It served as the prototype for the Tabernacle, the temple, and the ultimate "New Jerusalem," becoming the location where the first man and woman would experience the presence of God Himself. The Garden was filled with a wide variety of trees, the most notable of which were the Tree of Life and the Tree of the Knowledge of Good and Evil.

What Drugs Were Like In Ancient Egypt

As one of the most advanced civilizations in the ancient world, the Egyptians were among the best medical practitioners in history.

That might’ve been because Egyptians were all for using drugs: for medicine, for religion, and even for fun! Opiates, cannabis, henbane, blue lotus - think of any narcotic, and the pharaohs tried them at some point.

But why were they so open about drug use in society, and where did they even find them? Most of these don’t even grow near the Nile!

The Psychology of The Fool

The fool is one of the most relatable, intriguing and recurring figures in the world. There have been fools who have caused surprise and laughter since time immemorial. We worship folly by seeing it in people and in the world and by willingly displaying it in ourselves. It is one of the timeless archetypes, which we all inherit at birth.

Many of us suffer from the absence of the fool in our lives. Frenetic and upright, we take ourselves too seriously. As William Shakespeare said, “All the world’s a stage, and all the men and women merely players.” Forgetting that playfulness is a basic human need, we wonder why we so easily become bored and exhausted, losing all capacity for spontaneity, authenticity, and passion. The antidote to this would be to give the fool archetype some space in our lives.

Filthy Secrets of Cleopatra

Immerse yourself in the mesmerizing 'Filthy Secrets of Cleopatra,' as we navigate through the shifting sands of power and seduction, where the heady perfume of the ancient Egyptian royalty intertwines with the intoxicating intrigue of her reign. A famous queen known for her captivating beauty and ruthless ambition, Cleopatra wasn’t just a seductress of the powerful Julius Caesar and Mark Antony but also a master manipulator in the lethal game of thrones. Within the grandeur of Alexandria, the heart of the Ptolemaic Kingdom, hidden secrets of lavish feasts. As you ask, 'What was the life of Cleopatra like?' prepare to be enchanted by her world, where secrets shimmer like stars in the eternal Egyptian night.

Where Did Water Come From?

Mercury, Venus, and Mars are all super low on water – so where did ours come from and why do we have so much of it? We think our water came from a few unlikely sources: meteorites, space dust, and even the sun.

How did the Russians Conquer Siberia?

The first known mention of Siberia in Russian literature comes from a piece written in 1407 telling the account of a Tartar by the name of Khan Tokhtamysh who was murdered “in the Siberian lands”. Additionally, there are earlier Novgorod chronicles of expeditions into a place called Ugria, which appears to be the early name for the region of Siberia. The Grand Duke of Moscow would eventually conquer Novgorod and therefore inherit any lands that the Novgorods had taken in Siberia, though a vast part of the region was still under the control of local Tartar Khans. Some would serve as vassals for the Russian Tsars while others refused, and there was a bit of back and forth for some time relating to who really controlled the Siberian lands.

Cornwall: A Celtic Nation Trapped in England | Cornish Language, Culture & Identity

Cornwall, or Kernow in the Cornish language (Kernowek), is a Celtic nation in southwest England. It’s now an English county, but was once an independent Cornish Kingdom. Cornwall has maintained a distinct identity for centuries, and even its own language. Today, 400-500 people speak fluent Cornish, up from 4-5 following the Cornish language revival. I travelled to Truro, Cornwall’s capital, to meet Cornish locals and find out what makes Cornwall unique, aside from the Cornish pasty, of course. I spoke with a councillor for Mebyon Kernow, a Cornish nationalist political party, campaigners for Kernow Matters to Us (KMTU), fluent Cornish speakers, and someone from the Cornish Language Fellowship (Kowethas an Yeth Kernewek).

Cornwall lost its independence in 838, and has since been absorbed into the UK. It is separated from Devon, it’s neighbouring county, by the Tamar river, one of the oldest geopolitical boundaries in the world. The Cornish are ethnically and culturally distinct from the English, but as it is so culturally underrepresented in the media, many people in the rest of the UK don’t even know that a Cornish language exists. UNESCO changed the classification of Cornish from “extinct” to “critically endangered” in 2009, but the number of Cornish speakers is growing. Cornish is a Brythonic Celtic language (also known as a P-Celtic language, as opposed to Q-Celtic). There are several Celtic languages, but only two others exist in this category with Cornish; Welsh and Breton.

Since Cornwall is part of England, which in turn is part of the UK, Cornwall is a country inside a country, inside a country. It is one of the 6 Celtic nations: Cornwall, Wales, Scotland, the Isle of Man, Ireland, and Brittany in Northwestern France. There’s also debate over whether Galicia and Asturias in Northern Spain are Celtic nations as well, which would bring the total to 8. The Cornish are decendents of the Britons (aka Celtic Britons or Ancient Britons), who remained unconquered by the Saxons or the Normans, and even allied with some invaders of what is now England at times.

Euphrates River Has Just Been Closed Off & Something Huge Has Finally Emerged

The Euphrates River is one of the oldest and most significant waterways in the world. It’s been a source of sustenance for millions of people, for hundreds of years, but in the past couple of months, this once powerful body of water has been slowly drying up.

As it does, it’s revealed secrets that no one could’ve seen coming. Something has just emerged under the Euphrates River, and the terrifying discovery changes everything.

Join us as we explore this strange discovery, and how it defies everything we’ve ever known about the region.

The Selection Process and Criteria for Becoming a Male Concubine in Roman Empire

In the heart of the Roman Empire, beauty became a coveted currency, and connections held the power to shape destinies.

The selection process for male concubines offered intimacy and access to influence, riches, and life linked with the empire's rulers. In today's video, we'll unveil the mysterious selection process and intricate criteria for those who aspired to become male concubines.