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Louisiana Auction House Sells First-Generation iPhone for a Record $190,000
LCG Auctions, based in Baton Rouge, has sold an unopened first-generation iPhone for a record $190,372.80. The 4GB model, which was initially purchased for $599, emerged from the auction still encased in its factory wrapping and in remarkable condition, according to the auction listing.
Kentucky Man Discovers Hoard of Civil War-Era Gold Coins in Farm
A Kentucky man made a surprising discovery while digging in his cornfield—a treasure of over 700 coins dating back to the American Civil War era. Dubbed the “Great Kentucky Hoard,” this remarkable find includes many U.S. gold pieces minted between 1840 and 1863, as well as a handful of silver coins.
Ocean Color Changes Linked to Human-Induced Climate Change, Say MIT Scientists
Scientists from MIT, the National Oceanography Center, and other institutions have reported significant changes in the color of the world's oceans over the past 20 years, likely because of human-induced climate change.
North Carolina Professor Uncovers Biblical Mosaics in an Ancient Synagogue
Jodi Magness, a Distinguished Professor of Religious Studies at the University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill, made a remarkable discovery at Huqoq, an ancient Jewish village in Israel's Lower Galilee. She found an ancient synagogue having mosaics of biblical characters and events.
Seattle-Pacific University Researchers Discover Women Actively Took Part in Prehistoric Hunts
A recent study led by researchers from the Seattle Pacific University has challenged the long-standing belief that men were the primary hunters while women focused on gathering in hunter-gatherer societies.
Monopoly to Launch a Tampa-Themed Edition, Asks Community for Local Recommendations
Brace yourselves, Tampa residents and board game enthusiasts, because Monopoly: Tampa Edition is coming to town! The beloved business board game is set to receive a Tampa Bay-inspired makeover, featuring iconic local businesses, nonprofits, and landmarks.
Oregon Archaeologists Discover Proof of Human Occupation in the State 18,000 Years Ago
Archaeologists from the University of Oregon's Museum of Natural and Cultural History Archaeological Field School have made a groundbreaking discovery at the Rimrock Draw Rockshelter, revealing human occupation over 18,000 years ago.
California’s Long-Dry Tulare Lake Has Filled up Thanks to Record Snowfall
California's Tulare Lake, dormant for decades, has refilled due to intense storms and record snowfall, causing extensive damage. Lake Tulare, located in the San Joaquin Valley of California, was once upon a time the largest freshwater lake west of Mississippi.
New Study Shows Neanderthals Were Flour Milling as Early as 43,000 Years Ago
New evidence has emerged that Neanderthals and early humans were processing cereals and other wild plants into flour long before scientists had previously thought. An Italian-led study of five ancient grindstones from around 39,000 to 43,000 years ago shows that our ancestors were milling for food during the transitional period between Neanderthals and Homo sapiens.
Rare Deep-Sea Octopus Nursery Discovered
Researchers have made a stunning discovery off the coast of Costa Rica, uncovering an unknown deep-sea octopus nursery. The finding was confirmed by the Schmidt Ocean Institute, which also revealed that a known gathering site for deep-sea octopuses is also an active nursery. Prior to this discovery, scientists only knew of one deep-sea octopus nursery off the coast of California.
2000 year old 'Pizza' painting discovered in Pompeii
Archaeologists in Pompeii have found a 2,000-year-old painting depicting the oldest known pizza. The fresco was discovered during recent excavations in the ancient Roman city. Though it lacks the classic pizza ingredients, Italy's Ministry of Culture believes it may represent an early version of the popular dish.
Cuts on 1.45 Million-Year-Old Fossil Reveals Human-Like Species Butchered One Another
A new study published in Scientific Reports suggests that a 1.45-million-year-old hominid leg fossil provides evidence that human-like species butchered each other. The fossil, which displays nine incisions made by a stone tool, was analyzed using 3-D models at Purdue University and Colorado State University. The marks resemble those left by stone tools rather than predator bites or trampling. The incisions are the oldest example of such butchery.
NASA Says Solar Storms Responsible for the Highest Temperature in 20 Years
Earth's thermosphere, the atmospheric layer bordering outer space, has experienced a remarkable temperature surge not seen in nearly two decades. This significant increase in temperature, attributed to powerful geomagnetic storms this year, is causing experts to worry about the safety of Earth-orbiting satellites.
Archaeologists Discover 4,000 Year Old Religious Site Resembling the Stonehenge
Dutch archaeologists have unearthed a 4,000-year-old religious site in Tiel, Netherlands, which is being hailed as the "Stonehenge of the Netherlands." The site includes a burial mound that served as a solar calendar, aligning with the sun on the shortest and longest days of the year.
6000 Year Old Ovens Discovered in Washington
Excavations conducted by the Kalispel Tribe have unveiled a remarkable find on the banks of the Pend Oreille River. The Idaho State Journal reported evidence of ancient earth ovens, believed to be 6,000 years old, has been uncovered, offering insights into the culinary practices of the tribe's ancestors.
3000 Year Old Octagonal Bronze Age Sword Found That Still Shines
Archaeologists unearthed a gleaming sword from a Bronze Age burial in Germany, revealing its remarkable preservation, according to recent reports. The 3,000-year-old weapon was discovered in the town of Nördlingen in Bavaria, inside the burial site of a man, woman, and child.
Wolves Make a Comeback at Michigan's Isle Royale National Park
Wolves are making a remarkable comeback at Michigan's Isle Royale National Park after nearly disappearing because of inbreeding and disease. Researchers from Michigan Technological University found that the wolf population on the island has increased from two individuals in 2018 to 31 today.
Ancient Americans Switched to Fishing to Survive Ice Age Extinction
Scientists at the University of Alaska explored ancient Native American freshwater fishing practices in a recent study. They found that ancient Native Americans in the Tanana River basin survived by increasing their fishing activities when the big game became scarce during the Ice Age.
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