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Stone Age high: Ancient Indonesian foragers may have sucked on mind-altering nuts 25,000 years ago, study findsAncient foragers on Sulawesi island used mind-altering betel nuts approximately 25,000 years ago. Analysis of prehistoric teeth revealed ch...
Quote of the Day by Lao Tzu: 'He who conquers others is strong, he who conquers...' - Why self-mastery is the ultimate victory; Words of wisdom by Chinese philosopherAchieving internal self-mastery brings lasting peace that surpasses the temporary nature of external victories. Inspired by Lao Tzu's timel...
38 people buried for 600 years make this Peru tomb the ‘discovery of the decade’ and reveal a hidden world of Chimú power, wealth and ancient ritualsA remarkable find at Chan Chan in Peru reveals an ancient burial platform that has been sealed for 600 years. This untouched tomb houses th...
Top 7 countries to visit if you love history and ancient wondersFrom ancient cities and royal palaces to temples, forts and archaeological sites, these countries offer a journey through different periods...
How An Erratic Monsoon Might Make Us Appreciate WeedsUnpredictable monsoon patterns have resulted in an increase of weed growth, creating hurdles for farmers across the globe. Historically, we...
Food Fables – How nomads influenced Indian cookingThe sixth World Nomad Games in Kyrgyzstan have brought attention to the traditions, sports and way of life of nomadic communities. Nomads h...
Indus Valley, Mesopotamia shared genetic link beyond trade: BHU geneticistAncient DNA analysis confirms a genetic link between Indus Valley and Mesopotamian peoples. This research indicates human lineage traveled ...
Aliens built pyramids is debatable. But a hidden Egyptian code inside Great Pyramid of Giza's measurements could reveal a cosmic secret from 4,500 years agoA new theory suggests that the Great Pyramid of Giza may contain a hidden numerical code in its 4,500-year-old measurements, with links to ...
Ancient DNA reveals how farming, wildlife and human activity transformed a Canadian lake's ecosystem over 1,000 yearsAncient DNA from Crawford Lake sediment reveals a millennium of ecological history. Scientists tracked changes in plants, animals, and huma...
Strange 8.5-inch object found in California creek turns out to be 10,000-year-old mastodon tooth; scientist says, “I had chills and shivers up and down my spine”A researcher surveying a San Mateo County creek for a frog habitat stumbled upon a remarkably preserved Pacific mastodon molar, a rare Ice ...
5,000-year-old Polish grave discovered beneath a Roman-era cemetery held a necklace made of 42 animal teeth, a battle axe and two mysterious human skullsIn a remarkable archaeological find, researchers in Poland have discovered a 5,000-year-old burial site from the Stone Age, situated close ...
Quote of the day by Sun Tzu: 'Ultimate excellence lies not in winning every battle, but in defeating the enemy without...' - Ancient Chinese military strategist and author of The Art of War’s timeless lesson on why the greatest victories are often won without conflictSun Tzu, the ancient strategist, profoundly emphasized the significance of preparation and intelligence for achieving strategic victories. ...
Humans used betel nuts as drugs 25,000 years ago: Ancient teeth reveal the surprising psychoactive habit that began around the Ice AgeAncient teeth from Sulawesi show betel nut use 25,000 years ago. This habit predates early farming and represents habitual drug use. Resear...
Quote of the day by Lao Tzu: 'We shape clay into a pot, but it is the emptiness inside that holds whatever we...' - A timeless reminder that what gives our lives meaning is not always what we possess, but the space we create for purpose, possibility, peace and new experiencesQuote of the day by Lao Tzu: Lao Tzu, an eminent figure in Chinese philosophy, authored the profound text 'Tao Te Ching', which introduces ...
In 2011, Swedish and Danish researchers fenced muskoxen out of test areas in Greenland. 3 years later, plants there absorbed only half as much carbon in summerMuskoxen, ancient Arctic survivors, maintain healthy grasslands which store vital carbon. These large herbivores face threats from climate ...
- Science says ancient roman concrete could repair its own cracks: The secret was hidden in tiny white chunks
Modern concrete can become vulnerable when cracks allow water and chemicals to seep into its interior. Ancient Roman concrete, by contrast,...
What is Grass-Cast? USDA’s experimental tool uses more than 30 years of historical data to forecast Northern Great Plains grassland productivity, giving ranchers new insight into future forage conditions, drought risks and how much vegetation may be available for livestock grazingWith the introduction of the Grass-Cast forecast, ranchers gain a powerful new aid in assessing the availability of grass for their herds. ...
Science says ancient soil can reveal about extinct animals that left no bones, the hidden DNA record beneath our feetThe discovery of DNA preserved in ancient sediments is expanding our understanding of what can constitute a fossil record. Bones provide ph...
Lambs grazing under an Oregon solar farm had 38% less grass than those in an open field, yet gained the same weight as shade made the pasture more nutritiousLambs grazing beneath solar panels at an Oregon State University research farm had access to 38% less forage than lambs in an open pasture,...
This Italian city was founded by Spartans in 706 BC. Now it is building Europe’s first sea sanctuary for dolphinsTaranto is pioneering a groundbreaking sea-based sanctuary dedicated to dolphins that have been held in captivity. This innovative refuge r...