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Evidence of Earth's Collision with Theia Found on Buried Planet
Geologists discovered two enormous continent-sized masses in the 1980s while scanning at a depth of 1,800 miles (2,900 km) below the surface of the Earth. The mantle is a solid region of silicate rock that sits between the Earth's crust and the molten inner core.
By Francis Dami2 years ago in Earth
Italy Discovers 2,600-Year-Old, Completely Undamaged Etruscan Tomb
A recently discovered, completely intact, double-chambered Etruscan tomb was discovered in the Osteria necropolis within the archaeological territory of the ancient Etruscan city Vulci. Archaeologists had been working on the tomb since April, and this week they managed to open it, revealing a double chamber carved into the rock.
By Francis Dami2 years ago in History
Did Cleopatra VII's Offspring Live and Give Birth to the fabled Queen Zenobia of Palmyra?
Four children were born to Cleopatra VII, the final pharaoh of an independent Egypt: Ptolemy Philadelphia, twins Alexander Helios and Cleopatra Selene, and Caesarian (with Julius Caesar) (the latter three with Mark Antony). However, she only bore a single daughter, Selene, who wed King Juba II of Mauretania, and so had no other offspring.
By Francis Dami2 years ago in History
The Found Origin of Ancient Mummified Baboons in Egypt Indicates a Punt Location
Genetic research is being used by primatologists to identify the geographic origin of ancient, mummified baboons discovered in Egypt. In doing so, the evidence suggests the startling possibility that the two mythical trading locations of Punt and Adulis were the same, separated by a millennium.
By Francis Dami2 years ago in History
The Top 10 Deadliest Deities in Classical Mythology
Over the eons of our shared past, deities have been held in high regard, adored, and dreaded. There are many examples of gods that inspired fear and awe in the hearts of their devotees in ancient mythology from all over the world. These strong creatures, who frequently represented the fundamental forces of nature and human existence, ruled over chaos and order, life and death, and war and peace. Today, we explore the tales of the ten most terrifying gods from classical mythology, whose names alone could terrify people.
By Francis Dami2 years ago in History
The Famous Garisenda Tower in Bologna Is Too Leaning!
No, it's not in Pisa—an Italian leaning tower is back at it! Instead, it's Bologna's Garisenda Tower, which has been closed off by authorities due to concerns over its collapse, along with the important piazza that sits next to it. These "twin towers," which are only a few meters away from the considerably taller Asinelli Tower (which is twice as tall), are iconic images of the city that have stood the test of time. The Garisenda has been 4 degrees slanted for centuries. However, "traces of unexpected rotation" in the incline have been discovered in recent inspections, prompting an immediate closure for "years."
By Francis Dami2 years ago in History
Amazing 2,700-Year-Old Winged Deity from Assyria Discovered in Iraq
Archaeologists have re-excavated a magnificent lamassu at the ancient city of Khursbad, Iraq, in a historic discovery. The enormous sculpture, which represents an Assyrian guardian deity, is typically shown with a body that resembles a lion or bull, wings that resemble birds, and a head that is like a human.
By Francis Dami2 years ago in Futurism
Researchers think they have finally discovered the cause of the extinction of dinosaurs.
Long-held theory is that an asteroid hit terminated the dinosaur era, but new research suggests that one crucial component may have been more important than previously believed.
By Francis Dami2 years ago in History
Former Vice President Mike Pence suspends 2024 presidential campaign
Former Vice President Mike Pence has dropped out of the 2024 presidential race. He announced on Saturday at the Republican Jewish Coalition Leadership Summit in Las Vegas, where he received a standing ovation from the audience.
By Francis Dami2 years ago in Interview
Frozen in History: Amazing Real-Life Stories
They say nothing is ever lost, and it's true. The anti-criteria Shipwreck, a Greek trading ship from the first century BCE, is located on the east side of the Greek island of Anticothera and at the confluence of the Aegean and Mediterranean Seas.
By Francis Dami2 years ago in Earth
Do we know the shape of the Moon?
Could life exist then? not quite, as Venus has a dry, windy atmosphere without enough water for life to exist, and rings encircling other planets are more frequent than we had believed. The most famous and impressive rings are those of Saturn; they are made up in part of sparkling, reflective water ice, and there is nothing else like it in the rest of our Solar System.
By Francis Dami2 years ago in Futurism
