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Ancient Egyptian head cones: Mysterious headgear that could be related to sensuality and fertility rituals
By Jennifer Nalewicki published
Archaeologists remain uncertain about the purpose of these head cones, but it appears that ancient Egyptians associated them with "sensuality, sexuality and related notions."

Possible 'mega' fort found in Wales hints at tension between Romans and Celtics
By Jennifer Nalewicki published
The fort would have contained multiple buildings and was built sometime between the first and third centuries.

DNA reveals inbreeding, smallpox and violent ends among cave-dwelling Christians in medieval Spain
By Anders Götherström, Ricardo Rodriguez Varela published
It's unclear why people chose to live in the caves, but DNA is shedding light on their lives.

World War I British warship that sank in a surprise U-boat attack 110 years ago discovered in North Sea
By Tom Metcalfe published
HMS Hawke sank after an explosion caused by an enemy torpedo, with the loss of more than 500 of its crew.

Ancient submerged bridge in Spain reveals that humans inhabited Mediterranean island nearly 6,000 years ago
By Jennifer Nalewicki published
After analyzing a submerged bridge found in a Spanish cave, researchers have determined that humans inhabited the area earlier than previously thought.

2,200-year old battering ram from epic battle between Rome and Carthage found in Mediterranean
By Jennifer Nalewicki published
Researchers have uncovered a bronze battering ram off the coast of Sicily. The weapon would have been used during the Battle of the Aegates between Rome and Carthage.

Ancient Egyptians used so much copper, they polluted the harbor near the pyramids, study finds
By Evan Howell, Eos.org published
New geoarchaeological research shows that metalworking in ancient Egypt led to significant contamination in a nearby port.

'Everything we found shattered our expectations': Archaeologists discover 1st astronomical observatory from ancient Egypt
By Reham Atya published
This first ancient Egyptian observatory discovered in modern times showcases advanced knowledge of astronomy and its profound link to the Egyptians' spiritual and ritualistic practices.
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