The secrets of long-lost metropolises are finally being revealed thanks to data archaeology. We could even learn more about why cities die out, writes Annalee Newitz Source: https://www.newscientist.com/article/mg24933220-200-how-archaeologists-are-using-futuristic-tech-to-uncover-ancient-cities/?utm_campaign=RSS%7CNSNS&utm_source=NSNS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_content=home…
Tag: Archaeology
Netflix’s The Dig review: An archaeology drama with impeccable acting
Ralph Fiennes and Carey Mulligan star in Netflix’s film The Dig, which reimagines the excavation at Sutton Hoo, where a 27-metre burial ship was uncovered Source: https://www.newscientist.com/article/mg24933202-000-netflixs-the-dig-review-an-archaeology-drama-with-impeccable-acting/?utm_campaign=RSS%7CNSNS&utm_source=NSNS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_content=home…
Hidden secrets revealed in microscopic images of ancient artifacts
A new exhibit showcases microscopy in archaeology, highlighting objects’ unexpected beauty and revealing clues about the past. Source: https://www.livescience.com/microscopy-art-from-artifacts.html
What archaeology will look like in 2021
Expect more virtual archaeological digs, possibly more looting and definitely more mummies in 2021. Source: https://www.livescience.com/archaeology-in-2021.html
The 10 biggest archaeology discoveries of 2020
Despite the difficult year, many archaeological and historical discoveries came to light, including a sprawling geoglyph in Peru, a trove of mummies, the tomb of the legendary Romulus and more. Source: https://www.livescience.com/biggest-archaeological-findings-2020.html
Galactic archaeology: Astronomers are using stars as fossils to study the Milky Way
Our Milky Way is thought to be home to as many as 400 billion stars, one of which is, of course, our own sun. But how and when did these stars form, and where did they come from? Source: https://phys.org/news/2020-12-galactic-archaeology-astronomers-stars-fossils.html…
Live Science podcast ‘Life’s Little Mysteries’ 40: Mysterious Archaeology
From buried cities to sunken ships, clues from the past reveal secrets about people and civilizations dating to many thousands of years ago. Source: https://www.livescience.com/llm-podcast-40-archaeology.html
‘Astonishing discovery’ of massive prehistoric circle near Stonehenge
An ancient circle of deep trenches has been found near Stonehenge. Scientists say the newly discovery site offers insights into the lives of people who lived in the area 4,500 years ago. Source: https://earthsky.org/human-world/discovery-massive-prehistoric-circle-trenches-near-stonehenge…
Fossil skull suggests human ancestors emerged 200,000 years earlier than thought
This newly discovered fossil is a hugely important find, say scientists. It means that one of our earliest ancestors possibly originated in southern Africa. Read more Source: https://earthsky.org/human-world/fossil-skull-human-ancestors-emerged-200000-years-earlier…
Student discovers 5,000-year-old sword hidden in Venetian monastery
A keen-eyed archaeology student made the find of a lifetime when she spotted one of the oldest swords on record, mistakenly grouped with medieval artifacts in a secluded Italian monastery. Source: https://www.livescience.com/ancient-anatolian-sword-in-venetian-monastery.html