On the Global Trail
Archaeologist travels the world, takes on 12 projects in 12 countries for 12 months.
Neanderthal DNA has subtle but significant impact on human traits
Latest study confirms and expands on what scientists have suggested about the effect of Neanderthal DNA on modern humans.
Sterkfontein Caves produce two new hominin fossils
The famous caves have yielded some new surprises, raising new questions related to human evolution.
Clues about human migration to Imperial Rome uncovered in 2,000-year-old cemetery
Ancient immigrants to Rome included young children, men.
Some 5,000 years ago, silver mining on the shores of the Aegean Sea
An exceptional archaeological discovery at Thorikos (Greece).
New ‘Little Ice Age’ coincides with fall of Eastern Roman Empire and growth of Arab Empire
Drop in temperature following volcanic eruptions shaped history, suggest researchers.
A surprising find about a possible early human ancestor
Study shows Australopithecus sediba didn't likely consume hard foods.
Humans evolved by sharing technology and culture
Our early ancestors, Homo sapiens, managed to evolve and journey across the earth by exchanging and improving their technology.
Discovery shows prehistoric man consumed tortoises
Excavation of Qesem Cave in Israel reveals tortoises played a supplementary role in the diets of early humans 400,000 years ago.
Study suggests how modern humans drove Neanderthals to extinction
Ecocultural niche modeling supports popular hypothesis that Neanderthals were driven to extinction by modern humans due to comparative cultural advantage.
Ancient Australian bird extinction points to humans
Study provides first reliable evidence humans were preying on now-extinct Australian Megafauna about 50,000 years ago.
Ancient Babylonians Used Geometry to Track Jupiter
The method was developed by the Babylonians over a thousand years before it was reinvented in 14th century Europe.
The aftermath of 1492
Study shows how Native American depopulation impacted ecology.
Genetic history of present-day Indians
Genetic study sheds new light on ancestral populations of the Indian subcontinent.
Ancient humans dispersed through Arabia during greener times
Recent research has provided evidence of early human presence in an otherwise hostile environment. In-depth, premium article released for free access.
Neolithic tomb reveals community stayed together, even in death
47 individuals buried around 3700 BC part of closely related farming community.
Evidence Indicates Humans Occupied Arctic by 45,000 Years Ago
Scientists suggest excavated mammoth featured ancient injuries that were human-inflicted.
New discoveries concerning Ötzi’s genetic history
The Iceman's maternal genetic line originated in the Alps and is now extinct.
