Tag: History
Recreating Historic Vatican Church with AI: Uncovering Invisible Damage
Artificial intelligence (AI) has been utilized to uncover hidden structural vulnerabilities in St. Peter's Basilica, located in the Vatican City. This marks the first...
The Technology Behind the Concorde’s Supersonic Speed
The Concorde was a groundbreaking supersonic passenger jet that could fly faster than the speed of sound, setting records for its speed and efficiency....
Uncovering the Surprising Truth About China’s Cretaceous ‘Pompeii’
The Yixian Formation in China has long been known as the "Pompeii" of the dinosaur world, holding some of the best-preserved fossils on Earth....
Test Your Knowledge on Charles Darwin: Father of Evolution Quiz
Charles Darwin, a renowned British naturalist, biologist, and geologist, was a key figure in the 19th century. His groundbreaking theory of evolution by natural...
Purple Tunic Belonging to Alexander the Great: Scholar’s Claim Sparks Debate
A scholar claims that a tunic found in an ancient tomb in Greece belonged to Alexander the Great, sparking debate among experts. The tomb...
Revealing Pompeii Victims: DNA Analysis Unveils New Identities
A recent study on the victims of the Mount Vesuvius eruption in Pompeii nearly 2,000 years ago has revealed surprising details about their relationships....
Ancient Copper Dagger Unearthed in Italian Cave: A Remarkable Find
Archaeologists recently made a remarkable discovery in a cave in northeastern Italy - a 4,000-year-old copper dagger along with fragments of human skulls. The...
Ancient Egyptian Middle Kingdom Tomb Reveals Rich Jewelry Collection and Family Legacy
While excavating an ancient Egyptian necropolis near Luxor, archaeologists uncovered a 3,800-year-old tomb that held the remains of 11 individuals, including five women, two...
The Significance of Astrology in Medieval Society: Exploring its Impact and Influence
Astrology, a topic often associated with mysticism and pseudoscience in today's world, actually had a significant role in medieval society. Larisa Grollemond, assistant curator...
Unraveling the Mysteries of the Patchwork Skeleton in Belgium: A 2,500-Year Journey
Archaeologists in Belgium were surprised when they discovered a skeleton in a Roman-era cremation cemetery that turned out to be 2,500 years older than...