Columbus, OH

An extensive search for an Indian woman who disappeared into a pavement sinkhole in Kuala Lumpur hit a snag on its eighth day, as authorities now say it is "too risky" to continue deploying divers. The incident has gripped Malaysia, with some 110 rescuers working around the clock this past...

Search for woman swallowed by 8m sinkhole now 'too risky'

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A tourist found a precious Roman artifact while vacationing in Bulgaria.

Strange table used at beach bar ends up being 1,700-year-old Roman sarcophagus

Jan Bartek - AncientPages.com - Reconstructing early human colonization of Mediterranean islands is challenging due to limited archaeological evidence. However, a recent study conducted by researchers from the University of South Florida has yielded substantial insights into the human colonization of the western Mediterranean. The investigation centered on a submerged ancient bridge discovered within a Spanish cave, which has provided evidence suggesting that human settlement in the region occurred considerably earlier than previously postulated.

Submerged Ancient Bridge Found In Genovesa Cave Reveals Humans Settled In Mediterranean Much Earlier Than Previously Thought

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Archaeologists have found the skeletons of a man and a woman, along with their valuables, in a room in Pompeii.

Pompeii victims died in 'extreme agony,' 2 newfound skeletons reveal

History never ceases to amaze us and there is much out there that is still unknown. There were several generations that lived before us and many are yet to come into existence. So, when archaeologists and other experts discover something new about the old, it’s always a fascinating journey of understanding what really went down there. In 2000, French archaeologist and head of the European Institute of Maritime Archaeology, Franck Goddio, led a team that successfully located the ancient city of Thonis-Heracleion, which was Egypt’s only port on the Mediterranean coast about 2,500 years ago.

Newly discovered underwater temple of Aphrodite leaves everyone in wonder and awe

Hanzel Scott, who attacked two 16-year-olds in 2022, is found guilty of rape and sexual assault.

Man guilty of raping two teenage girls

A man discovered the young male dog while walking his own dogs at 05:30 BST along the riverbank.

Dog found in river with mouth bound up with tape

An inquest opens into the death of Nicholas Glass, found dead in a relative's garden in August.

Man died of blunt force trauma from dog bites

Some journalists and campaign staff were injured but the candidate for vice-president was not hurt.

Tim Walz unharmed after vehicles in motorcade involved in crash

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West Palm Beach, FL

Florida is currently grappling with a massive invasion of green iguanas, an “invasive” species that has become a significant nuisance for local residents. These cold-blooded reptiles, in search of warmer climates, have infiltrated homes across the region, creating chaos and causing considerable damage to infrastructure. The population of these iguanas is rapidly increasing, with their presence becoming more pervasive daily.

Invasion of green iguanas creates chaos in Florida

Cleveland Police say the victim showed "tremendous courage and resolve" reporting the abuse.

Man jailed for repeatedly raping woman

These tragedies keep occurring in Nigeria's megacity, and yet no-one is ever held to account.

Collapse after collapse - why Lagos buildings keep crashing down

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ATLANTA, GA - In temperate forests worldwide, tales of extraordinarily large Bigfoot creatures, known as "True Giants," have emerged. According to information from Cryptid Wiki, these legends describe beings far larger than the typical Bigfoot, with heights ranging from 10 to 20 feet and some reportedly reaching over 50 feet tall.

The Legend of 20-Foot-Tall Giants in Georgia

Spanish actor Julián Ortega, known for his role on Netflix’s “Elite,” has died at the age of 41. The Madrid native reportedly suffered cardiorespiratory arrest at around 5:30 p.m. Sunday when he collapsed on a Spanish beach, according to The Sun and expat newspaper The Olive Press.

‘Elite’ star Julian Ortega dead at 41

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Archaeologists in Spain have discovered a possible hidden Roman Empire from over 2,000 years ago.

A team of researchers from the University of Cádiz started exploring an area of the Sierra de Cádiz region last year hoping to just find a few remnants of ancient life there.

Instead, they were stunned to come across 57 Roman Empire-era sites — which they believe could all be connected, based on trade and communication routes, according to the Independent.

Katy Perry investigated for possibly damaging sand dunes in ‘Lifetimes’ video





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Archaeologists in Spain discover possible hidden, 2,000-year-old Roman Empire

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For almost 2,000 years, a once-bustling city in the desert of Saudi Arabia was left abandoned to the sands of time.Hegra, a thriving international trade hub in the first century AD, fell into a steady decline after it was annexed by the Roman empire in 106 AD.Then, in the centuries that followed, it was all but forgotten: occasionally mentioned by pilgrims on their way to Mecca, but left largely untouched.Yet languishing in the burning sun for nearly two millennia left the extraordinary site remarkably well-preserved.And now it has finally opened up to both tourists and experts who are hailing it...

Breathtaking ancient city discovered in the desert reveals secrets of a forgotten civilisation

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Many places across the world have been named "gates of hell" for various reasons. Here are a few well-known examples.

Just How Many “Gates To Hell” Are There On Earth?

A beluga whale suspected of having been trained as a spy by Russia has been found dead off the Norwegian coast. The body of the animal - nicknamed Hvaldimir - was found floating off the south-western town of Risavika and taken to the nearest port for examination. The whale was...

Russian 'spy whale' found dead off Norway

Warning: This article contains details that readers may find distressing. Two people have died in the Japanese city of Yokohama after a teenage girl jumped to her death from a shopping centre, hitting a pedestrian below. The 17-year-old high school student jumped from a building in a crowded shopping district,...

Japan teen jumps to death, killing pedestrian below

We can confidently say that the computer is a modern-day invention. However, certain findings may prove that is unlikely. A 2000-year-old hunk of metal with gears on it was found near the island of Antikythera in Greece 120 years ago and left people questioning everything we know about computers. The piece of metal was anything but ordinary. It is now believed to be the oldest known computer on the planet and was found among various other things in a shipwreck near the island, per BBC.

Discovery of 2000-year-old computer from ancient Greece has left everyone confused

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Protests in Seville as West Nile virus kills five

Residents of Seville are demanding action to tackle the virus, which is passed from mosquitoes to humans from...

Protests in Seville as West Nile virus kills five

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