Neanderthal DNA is 99.7% identical to our own, and researchers claim that some humans might be carrying as much as 2% of the Neanderthal genome. Making things even weirder is that scientists recently recovered a nearly complete DNA sequence from a 50,000-year-old Neanderthal skeleton.
So in theory, Neanderthals could make a comeback. But how would they adapt? And how long would they survive?
Since ancient times, mosaics have been used as one of the most prestigious decorative techniques. From ancient Roman floors to modern public art installations, mosaic art has remained a popular medium for artists and designers alike. Mosaics help us to create a connection with the ancient world.
Here are some of the most impressive ancient mosaics unearthed from many parts of the world. Enjoy!
Graham Hancock, has proposed the idea that Minoan Civilization, an advanced society could have thrived in ancient times but disappeared from historical records due to a devastating catastrophe. According to his theory, this vanished civilization might have possessed extraordinary knowledge and technology that surpasses conventional understanding.
The study identifies increasing rates of erosion, urges the need for mitigation plans. A study published in the open-access journal PLOS ONE, reveals that escalating coastal erosion poses a threat to the preservation of archaeological sites located along the Libyan shoreline.
Eastern Libya’s Cyrenaican coast, spanning from the Gulf of Sirte to the current border between Libya and Egypt, boasts a rich history of human habitation dating back to the Palaeolithic era. As a result, it is home to a multitude of significant archaeological sites, many of which have yet to be thoroughly studied.
Archeologists are digging preliminary trenches at a site called Hill 80, close to a Belgian village called Wijtschate. It was the scene of ferocious fighting in World War One – indeed, this piece of land atop the Messines Ridge changed hands no fewer than four times during that conflict. As the researchers cautiously probe the earth, it’s soon clear that they’re at an exceptionally well-preserved WWI site. But they also uncover sobering evidence of the war’s stark brutality.
In the video below we will be exploring the most mysterious ancient places. Watch the video to find out more!
Mexico's rich history spans an impressive 20,000 years, encompassing diverse cultures that thrived even before the Aztecs. Among these pre-Aztec civilizations were Teotihuacan, Monte Alban, Palenque, and Tajin. The Aztec Temple, known as Templo Mayor, stands as a defining archaeological site that provides insights into the Aztec empire's civilization. During an excavation, a remarkable sight greeted the astonished archaeologists: an open gateway leading to a long-forgotten world. The discovery simultaneously fascinated and filled them with trepidation. In today's episode of our channel, dedicated to unraveling the secrets of ancient archaeological findings, we delve into the formation of the Aztec civilization, their cultural practices, the captivating discovery of Templo Mayor, and much more. Prepare to embark on a journey of uncovering the enigmatic gateway to a lost world within the remnants of an Aztec temple.
Archaeological research has shown that the Theopetra Cave was inhabited intermittently for several millennia. The earliest evidence of human occupation dates back to the Middle Paleolithic period, around 130,000 years ago. During this time, Neanderthals, our closest extinct human relatives, roamed Europe, and it's believed they were the cave's first inhabitants.
The year is 1898 and we’re at Umm El Qa’ab in Abydos where Emile Amélineau is leading an important excavation. At this time, knowledge on the history and culture of Ancient Egypt is limited but growing, with so many important sites still yet to be excavated.
But an incredible find seemingly spoke for itself and French archaeologist Emile Amélineau believed he had discovered the true tomb of Osiris. He published his findings in 1899, in a book titled: “The Tomb of Osiris” and it seemed he had the physical evidence to back up his claims.
But did he? What happened to this exciting discovery and why is it not more known about today? Watch this video to learn about the fascinating story of discovery.
Archaeologists Lee Berger said in an interview that it is "possible" that humans and Homo Naledi interacted. Homo Naledi, a new species of Homo fossil that was discovered in South Africa in 2014, is currently the most mysterious Homo fossil yet discovered.
In this video, we'll explore the possible implications of Berger's statement and ask whether it is even possible for humans and Homo Naledi to have interacted. We'll also ask whether Berger's findings change our understanding of the evolution of Homo.
If you're wondering whether or not humans and Homo Naledi interacted, then this is the video for you. Lee Berger, discusses the possibility in this fascinating video. He explains how the discovery of Homo Naledi could change our understanding of human evolution. So be sure to watch and decide for yourself!
The New Testament and Christian tradition tell us that Jesus of Nazareth was crucified by the Romans in the year 30 or 33, some 20 centuries ago. According to the Gospel of Luke, his body was put in a tomb that was guarded by a Roman soldier. Jesus was then resurrected and ascended to heaven. What has intrigued the Christians ever since is the question of exactly where Christ’s tomb is located.
In today’s video we will be exploring the 12 most mysterious archaeological finds. Watch the video below for more!
In Malaga’s Cueva de Ardales, up to 13 freshwater and marine shells that were carefully transformed by humans between 25,000 and 30,000 years ago have been discovered.
According to a study published in the environmental scientific journal Environmental Archaeology, the first Homo sapiens wore necklaces and earrings made from seashells from the Bay of Malaga.
This incredible discovery was the result of research conducted in collaboration with the Neanderthal Museum of Colonia, the University of Colonia, and the Cueva de Ardales, according to a press release from the University of Cadiz.
This archaeological enclave is now once more among the most significant in the Iberian Peninsula thanks to the discovery. When it comes to the Paleolithic era, body adornments are a subject of great interest to the scientific community.
According to the scientific article, the shells were “carefully transformed” by humans of the genus Homo sapiens into ornaments and pendants to decorate the bodies of these groups that occupied the Ardales Cave.
The dramatic ruins of Tintagel Castle sit atop craggy hills with waves crashing against steep cliffs. Dating from the 13th century, the fortress is located in the far south-west of England in the county of Cornwall. It’s a fascinating remnant from the Middle Ages. But it also looms large in the British imagination as the dramatic site of the legendary King Arthur’s life and times, the monarch who presided over the Knights of the Round Table.
In today’s documentary we will be explaining the human origins. Watch the video below and enjoy!
We are always there talking about extra worlds, aliens, and how civilizations might be sitting safely on extrasolar planets, protected by the enormous distances involved.
And it is as if we take it for granted that nearly five billion years of geological and biological evolution of the Earth could have resulted in only one dominant form of intelligence: that of our species.
We, Homo sapiens, as the apex of evolution, the final, unique, and unrepeatable product of a time course all aimed at bringing us to the dominance of this planet...
But... what if this is not really the case? What if before us ... long before ... there was a way and time for evolutionary roulette to have birthed another terrestrial civilization?
Would it really be far-fetched to think so?
After all, complex life has existed for more than 500 million years. How sure are we that humans are the first intelligent species to have evolved on this planet?
Might there not have been - I don't know - a Cambrian civilization of intelligent trilobites, building underwater cities powered by hydrothermal vents? Or big-brained Cretaceous theropods capable of using tools and language?
This is not as absurd as it sounds. On the geological time scale, we inhabited this planet for only an instant, and industrial civilization existed for only a fraction of that instant. And if humans became extinct tomorrow, the relics of our society would not last long.
But why these questions? And who are the Silurians?
Get ready for an exciting expedition brimming with remarkable archaeological discoveries. We’re excited about this video, and we hope you’re just as eager! Our itinerary is packed with a collection of extraordinary findings, ranging from the minuscule to the colossal, and spanning across various eras, both ancient and more recent. Without further ado, let's dive straight into the captivating world of archaeology!
In this video we will be explaining the idea of a diverse Rome to ask what ancient people of antiquity thought about race. Enjoy!
In the video below we will analyze the oldest gods in the Bible. Watch the video to find out more!
In the following video we will be explaining what happened to the largest animal to ever fly. Watch the video to find out!
