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While Guinness World Records officially lists the Djoser Step pyramid in Egypt as the world’s oldest pyramid (around 2,630 BC), one paper published in October claimed a layer of the Gunung Padang pyramid in Indonesia was constructed as far back as 25,000 BC – though there has since been doubts as to whether the structure was ever man-made at all.In research led by Danny Hilman Natawidjaja of the Indonesian Institute of Sciences, and published in the journal Archaeological Prospection, the academics write that “the pyramid’s core consists of meticulously sculpted massive andesite lava” and that the “oldest construction” element of...

'World’s oldest pyramid' built 25,000 years ago was not made by humans, archaeologists claim

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

Archaeologists have unearthed a "stunning" Bronze Age burial chamber on one of Dartmoor’s most isolated hills. Experts discovered a stone-built box, sometimes known as a cist, at Cut Hill during a three-day dig earlier this month. Radiocarbon dating of charcoal found inside suggests the chamber, used to bury the...

'Stunning' burial chamber unearthed on Dartmoor

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Oceanographers studying an underwater mountain range found a variety of surprises, including being able to capture footage of an incredibly rare squid species and identifying a new species of octopus. During the 28-day expedition, researchers also spotted two Bathyphysa siphonophores, rare deep-sea marine creatures also known as "flying spaghetti monsters" because of their long, wavy tendrils. The research project was led by the Schmidt Ocean Institute. The area being studied is in international waters, about 900 miles off the coast of Chile. The mountain range, the Nazca Ridge, is under consideration to be named as a "high seas marine protected area," which is meant...

Scientists discover underwater mountain, new squid species and more

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Ocean Sunfish Stuns Beachgoers with Peculiar Appearance. Beachgoers along the Oregon coast were taken aback when a peculiar marine creature washed up on the shore. The strange fish, identified as a Mola mola or ocean sunfish, has been drawing considerable attention. In a Facebook post, Seaside Aquarium officials revealed that...

Bizarre ‘mad scientist’ fish washes ashore on Oregon beach

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One of the many archaeological mysteries at Britain’s Stonehenge has been solved. The site’s six-ton Altar Stone hails from over 400 miles north in Scotland, not from Wales or other closer areas of southern England as scientists previously thought. This trek points to the possibility that more advanced transportation methods and societal organization existed here about 5,000 years ago. The findings are described in a study published August 14 in the journal Nature.

Geologists crack a major Stonehenge mystery

Researchers uncovered matching sets of hundreds of dinosaur footprints in Africa and South America, revealing a dinosaur highway used 120 million years ago.

Matching sets of dinosaur footprints found on opposite sides of the Atlantic Ocean

Interesting Engineering

Geologists discover an ancient bridge in a cave in Mallorca that shows that humans settled the island as early as 6,000 years ago.

Human-built 5600-year-old underwater bridge found inside cave stuns scientists

Whatever we learned in school about the earliest human civilizations, the discovery of Göbekli Tepe in southern Turkey has made it all null and void. This sprawling, monolithic complex, of which over 90% remains unexcavated, dates back over 10,000 years—a date which is ascertained by the evidence of the entire complex being deliberately buried by whoever built it.

13,000 Years Ago, These Ancient Builders Carved a Calendar into Stone to Mark Destructive Occasion

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Travellers may be surprised to learn that some of the most popular holiday destinations are also home to some of the most active volcanoes in the world

Bone-chilling map shows world's 'active' volcanoes- many near 'vacation hotspots'

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Have you ever wondered what the largest crocodile ever was? Based on fossil evidence, the longest crocodile ever to live was a Sarcosuchus imperator, who measured 40 feet long and weighed 17,600 pounds. The largest one ever officially measured was Lolong, who was a saltwater crocodile that measured 20 feet three inches long and weighed […]

Top 8 Largest Crocodiles Ever

Have you ever wondered what happens to towns when everyone leaves? Ghost towns are places where time stands still, offering a peek into the past. These abandoned spots can be found all over the world, each with its own story. Some were once bustling mining towns, while others were thriving communities that faced natural disasters or economic downturns. Walking through these deserted streets can feel like stepping into a history book. Whether you're an adventurer or a history buff, visiting a ghost town can be a thrilling experience. Ready to learn about some of the most intriguing ghost towns frozen in time? Let's get started!

Fascinating Ghost Towns Frozen In Time

In this week’s science newsletter, explore an underwater mountain, catch up on a risky private space mission, solve a prehistoric cold case, marvel at continent-crossing dinos, and more.

Newly found seamount reveals spaghetti monster and other rare ocean creatures

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

Explore the eerie remnants of forgotten defense base ghost towns. Witness the impact of historical shifts in military strategy and technology. Feel the weight of entire communities displaced by closures. Discover the economic, environmental, and societal influences on these abandoned grounds. Engage with preservation efforts to bring these ghost towns back to life. Notable defense base ghost towns serve as living museums, shrouded in myths and stories. They shed light on military tactics and community displacement. These remnants reflect on the lasting effects of closure and the broader urban development impacted. Uncover more about these haunting witnesses and their historical significance.

What Are Forgotten Defense Base Ghost Towns?

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A new dinosaur species has potentially been recovered after the reconstruction of its remains.

The first-of-its-kind green dinosaur fossil was discovered in southeastern Utah, and was reassembled by a team from the Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County (NHMLAC).

The 150-million-year-old dinosaur was first spotted in 2007, according to a report from National Geographic, among a “logjam” of various dinosaur bones belonging to diplodocus, stegosaurus, allosaurus, camarasaurus and other species.

Utah grief author Kouri Richins must stand trial in husband’s fentanyl-laced cocktail murder: judge

The bones that were collected for reconstruction do not belong to one single dinosaur, NatGeo reported.

Instead, they’re a combination of parts from two...

First-of-its-kind green dinosaur skeleton found in Utah could be new species, National Geographic says

Scientists are sounding an alarm after a new study finds coral reef temperatures have reached their highest in at least four centuries, per an article published in the New York Times. According to the researchers, rising global temperatures will likely cause the end of the Great Barrier Reef within our generation.

Scientists issue dire warning about the fate of the Great Barrier Reef: 'Our generation will likely witness the demise of one of Earth's great natural wonders'

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 Torrential rains in Brazil have eroded parts of a fossil site, revealing what scientists think could be the world’s oldest known dinosaur skeletons.The “almost fully preserved” dinosaur fossil, discovered next to a reservoir in Brazil’s southernmost state of Rio Grande do Sul, could be around 233 million years old, researchers say.They suspect the fossil creature lived during the Triassic Period, when all of the Earth’s continents were a single landmass called Pangea, and dinosaurs had just emerged.Researchers suspect the unearthed fossil belongs to a member of the Herrerasauridae family of carnivorous dinosaurs that grew to about 2.5m in length.These...

Heavy rains in Brazil unearth what could be world’s oldest dinosaur fossil

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Greenland was almost completely ice-free at some point in the last one million years, fossilized flowers from a core sample taken from the center of the island reveal.

Fossils from Greenland's icy heart reveal it was a green tundra covered in flowers less than 1 million years ago

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As the star of TV's Dr. Kildare (NBC, 1961-1966), Richard Chamberlain was a heartthrob for millions of female fans in America and the world. Decades later, the actor transformed into the charismatic king of TV-mini-series with acclaimed productions like the originalShogun (NBC, 1980), and The Thorn Birds (ABC, 1983, in which he played a sexually repressed priest).

The Once Secret Gay Life of Actor Richard Chamberlain ('Dr. Kildare'): 21 Years After He Came Out

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The Common And Valuable Rocks, Minerals, and Gems of Hawaii You Should Know

Hawaii is known for its beautiful beaches and volcanoes, but it’s also a place where you can find a variety of rocks, minerals, and gems. The...

The Common And Valuable Rocks, Minerals, and Gems of Hawaii You Should Know

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