Climate and conflict among the ancient Maya New research demonstrates connections between climate change and civil unrest among the ancient Maya. Wed, Jul 20, 2022
In search of the lost city of Natounia Archaeological investigations offer up new findings on the history of Parthian settlements in Iraqi Kurdistan. Wed, Jul 20, 2022
When did the genetic variations that make us human emerge? Predominance of behavioral and facial-related variations. Tue, Jul 19, 2022
DNA from ancient population in Southern China suggests Native Americans’ East Asian roots Thu, Jul 14, 2022
Unlocking the secrets of the ancient coastal Maya Scientists have unearthed a treasure trove of artifacts along Mexico’s Yucatán Peninsula. Learn what researchers have discovered about the ancient Maya people and their relationship with this hidden stretch... Thu, Jul 7, 2022
Stone tool-making practiced by early humans may not have required cultural transmission of knowledge Wed, Jul 6, 2022
Excavations reveal first known depictions of two biblical heroines Excavations in the ancient Galilean synagogue at Huqoq uncovers intricate mosaic floor panels dating back nearly 1,600 years. Tue, Jul 5, 2022
Study shows Indigenous people harvested oysters sustainably for thousands of years Past Indigenous harvesting of oysters teaches lesson for today's need for sustainable fisheries management. Sat, Jul 2, 2022
Ancient DNA reveals sources of migration to Micronesia and female household-centered social structure, showing Micronesia distinct from nearby southwest Pacific Thu, Jun 30, 2022
Underwater jars reveal Roman period winemaking practices Multidisciplinary study reveals native grapes for wine, foreign pine for waterproofing tar. Wed, Jun 29, 2022
Revised ages of South African Australopithecus fossils Early hominin species is 1 million years older than scientists previously thought. Mon, Jun 27, 2022
Tenochtitlán’s lessons for the future of megacities 700 years of water adaptation in Mexico City demonstrate vulnerabilities cannot be eliminated, only negotiated. Tue, Jun 21, 2022
Olive trees were first domesticated 7,000 years ago Researchers unraveled the earliest evidence for domestication of a fruit tree. Thu, Jun 16, 2022
Origins of the Black Death identified Multidisciplinary team studied ancient plague genomes. Wed, Jun 15, 2022
Prehistoric “Swiss Army knife” indicates early humans communicated Archaeologists confirm strong social networks allowed early populations to prosper. Thu, Jun 9, 2022
Famous rock art cave in Spain was used by ancient humans for over 50,000 years New excavations find a succession of ancient cultures visiting the cave for art and burial. Wed, Jun 1, 2022