Archaeology
Ancient DNA ties paratyphoid and relapsing fevers to Napoleon’s 1812 retreat
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Scientists analyzing DNA from 13 soldiers buried in a mass grave in Vilnius, Lithuania, uncovered genetic traces of paratyphoid fever and louse-borne relapsing fever—offering the first direct confirmation of these pathogens in Napoleon’s Grande Armée. The study, published October 24, 2025, in Current Biology, links centuries-old eyewitness reports to modern genomics. ([sciencedaily.com](https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2025/10/251026021727.htm))
Ancient rock art uncovered in Saudi Arabia's Nefud Desert
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Archaeologists have discovered over 170 monumental rock engravings in northern Saudi Arabia, dating back 12,800 to 11,400 years. These life-sized animal depictions, created after a period of extreme aridity, highlight early human adaptation in the desert. The findings reveal connections to distant Neolithic communities and underscore a lost cultural identity.
Egypt prepares to open grand egyptian museum on november 1
After more than two decades of planning and construction, Egypt is set to inaugurate the Grand Egyptian Museum, the world's largest archaeological museum, in an international celebration on November 1. The event will draw world leaders and prominent figures, marking a major cultural milestone for Cairo. Located on the Giza Plateau near the Pyramids, the museum houses over 100,000 artifacts.
Scientists prove moai statues walked using rocking motion
Researchers have confirmed that ancient Rapa Nui villagers moved massive moai statues upright using ropes and a rocking technique. Experiments with replicas and 3D models demonstrate the feasibility of this method, resolving a centuries-old mystery. The findings highlight the ingenuity of the island's people with limited resources.
Ancient camel engravings found in Arabian Desert
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Researchers have uncovered massive camel engravings in Saudi Arabia's Nefud Desert, created by ancient artists thousands of years ago. These rock carvings, some up to 13 meters long, predate the domestication of camels and offer new insights into prehistoric life in the region. The discovery was made using satellite imagery and AI analysis.
New prospections reveal broader castros in galicia and asturias
The CSIC's HINTERLAND project has uncovered buried structures expanding the traditional view of castros in northwest Iberia. Using drones, LiDAR sensors, and historical images, researchers identified ditches, paths, and activity areas beyond known walls. These findings, published in Archaeological Prospection, challenge the notion that they were mere fortified villages.