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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

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 Archaeologists have uncovered dozens of tombs in an ancient Egyptian necropolis containing burials at least 2,500 years old, along with rare untouched gold treasures.Unlike most ancient Egyptian treasures from millennia ago that have been looted by grave robbers, the latest site was found to contain a hoard of untouched bronze coins, gold foil and ancient figurines representing deities such as Isis, Bastet, and Horus.Undamaged artefacts like pottery vessels, funerary amulets, and scarabs found along with the treasures throw fresh light on the customs and rituals followed by ancient Egyptians of this era, says Mohamed Ismail Khaled, secretary general of...

Egyptian archaeologists uncover dozens of rare untouched burials with 2,500-year-old gold treasures

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"Baby why you gotta be so mean?" The zodiac is a fascinating system that many people turn to for insights into personality traits, behaviors, and compatibility. While every zodiac sign has its unique strengths and challenges, some signs are often perceived as being a bit more sharp-edged, vindictive or difficult (to say the least) to deal with. In this article, we'll delve into the four zodiac signs commonly considered the "meanest," exploring the characteristics that contribute to this perception and how these traits manifest in their interactions with others. To lighten the mood, we'll include some funny quotes about each sign's mean streak.

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An extremely rare discovery has just been made in the ancient Egyptian necropolis of Tel el-Deir in Damietta. There, excavations have revealed dozens of burials that have been untouched for millennia; mudbrick chambers that still contained the precious treasures with which the dead had been interred more than 2,500 years ago.

Gold Treasure Trove Found in Untouched Graves of Ancient Egyptian Necropolis

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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New artifacts have been found on the legendary Spanish galleon San Jose, Colombia's government announced Thursday, after the first robotic exploration of the three-century-old shipwreck.Dubbed the "holy grail" of shipwrecks, the San Jose was owned by the Spanish crown when it was sunk by the British navy near Cartagena in 1708. Only a handful of its 600-strong crew survived.In February, the Colombian government announced it would begin extractions from the ship off its Caribbean coast, with the wreckage believed to be holding treasures worth billions of dollars."Results of this exploration have revealed an unprecedented set of archaeological evidence, which has greatly...

New artifacts found in legendary treasure-laden shipwreck

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Major landslides triggered by monsoon rains in the southern Indian state of Kerala killed at least 93 people as they slept with dozens more missing after heavy monsoon rain saw homes swept away.

At least 93 people killed in landslides in southern Indian state of Kerala

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It's been four years since the charismatic and rugged actor Robert Conrad died at 84. Best known for feature films like Palm Springs Weekend, and the trio of hit TV shows, Hawaiian Eye, Wild Wild West, and Black Sheep Squadron (a.k.a., Baa Baa Black Sheep), Robert Conrad was one tough cookie. This is his story.

In Memory of 'Tough Guy' Actor Robert Conrad ('Wild, Wild West): 4 Years After His Tragic Death

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Some beachgoers were in for a surprise this week when a bizarre looking prehistoric fish washed ashore in Colleton County along Edisto Beach at Edisto Beach State Park. It turned out to be an atlantic sturgeon.

Rare Atlantic sturgeon washes ashore on South Carolina beach

It's been 33 years since the handsome actor and Emmy award-winning TV game show host Bert Convy died of a brain tumor at 57 in 1991. This is his story. Bert Convy was born July 23, 1933, in St. Louis, Missouri. His father was in the shoe business, while his parents separated when he was just seven years old. His mother moved the family to California in the San Fernando Valley, where Convy attended North Hollywood High and was named the "class clown."

In Memory of Actor/Game Show Host Bert Convy: 33 Years After His Tragic Death From Brain Cancer

 Archaeologists in the Czech Republic have found a hoard of buried weapons and jewellery dating to around 1600 BC, a rare discovery that could shed more light on life in central Europe during the Bronze Age.Researchers surveying a site in the town of Budyně nad Ohří stumbled upon the bronze artefacts, including eight axes and pieces of jewellery, from over 3,600 years ago.The site, 40km northwest of the capital Prague, was first found a year ago by an archaeologist using a metal detector.A series of excavations since have unearthed eight arm rings, as many axes, two pins and one...

Archaeologists find 3,600-year-old stash of buried weapons and jewellery in Czech Republic

A trove of ancient artifacts from Egypt’s last dynasty has been discovered in 63 tombs in the Nile Delta area and experts are working to restore and classify the finds.An official with the country’s antiquities authority confirmed the news on Monday.The artifacts include gold pieces and jewelry dating back to Egypt's Late and Ptolemaic periods, and some items could be displayed at one of the country's museums, said Neveine el-Arif, spokeswoman for the Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities.An Egyptian archaeological mission with the Supreme Council of Antiquities discovered the mud-brick tombs at the Tell al-Deir necropolis in Damietta city in...

Archaeologists discover trove of ancient artifacts from Egypt’s last dynasty

Inside one of the most extensively researched historic sites—the Church of the Holy Sepulchre in Jerusalem, where Jesus was crucified and buried—researchers have discovered the largest known medieval altar, which had been considered lost for decades. After its unveiling in 1149, the magnificently carved ‘high altar’ made a...

Lost Altar Discovered on the Site Where Jesus was Crucified: It’s ‘Sensational’ and was Sitting in Plain Sight

Free Online Slots: The Best Way to Play Casino Games. Playing online slots for free has become a popular way to explore different games without any financial risk. If you’re looking for the best online casinos that offer free slot games, you’ve come to the right place. In this article, we’ll provide you with a selection of the top 5 online casinos where you can play slot games for free. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced player, these casinos offer a wide variety of slot machines that you can enjoy on your mobile phone or tablet.

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Kim Kardashian and Kanye West are two of the biggest celebrities in modern times. While much of the happenings between the two involved their marriage and divorce, there are bigger things for them to focus on. Most notably their children.

Kim Kardashian and Kanye West’s Son Diagnosed With Rare Skin Condition

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A remarkable trove of ancient artifacts from the late Second Temple period, including an intact glass vial, grape seeds, 2,000-year-old eggshells, and complete ceramic lamps still bearing soot, has been unearthed in a new excavation of the drainage channel beneath Jerusalem’s main street during the Second Temple period. The news comes as Jews around the world observe Tisha B’Av (the ninth day of the Hebrew month of Av), a 24-hour fast and day of mourning commemorating the destruction of Jerusalem and the Temple by the Romans 2,000 years ago.

Second Temple Jerusalem: Artifacts in Ancient Drain Reveal City’s Rise and Fall

Archaeological excavations in Pompeii have unearthed a significant pre-Roman necropolis dating back to between the 3rd and 1st centuries BCE. This discovery was made during the construction of an underground parking lot near the Pompeii Santuario railway station. The necropolis was discovered a quarter mile from the eastern edge of the Roman city, during modernization work on the railway line and the construction of the parking garage on Via Fucci.

Pre-Roman necropolis with amphorae-covered graves unearthed near Pompeii

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A significant trove of artifacts from Egypt’s last dynasty has been unearthed in 63 tombs in the Nile Delta area, according to a statement by the country’s antiquities authority on Monday. The discoveries, made in the Tell al-Deir necropolis in Damietta city, have prompted a major restoration and classification effort by experts. This extensive work is crucial for preserving and understanding these ancient treasures.

Archaeologists Uncover Ancient Egyptian Artifacts in Nile Delta Tombs

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