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FEBRUARY 19, 2025

Found in different parts of Europe, these two industries have often been grouped together as “transitional industries,” implying that they might share a common technological or cultural origin. To correct this, the team organized a workshop where archaeologists directly examined artifacts from both traditions side by side.

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FEBRUARY 1, 2024

In a groundbreaking study published in Nature Human Behaviour 1 , researchers delve into the intricate world of ancient jewelry, unearthing evidence of nine distinct lost cultures that thrived across Europe between 34,000 and 24,000 years ago. From social status to cultural affiliations, what people wore spoke volumes about their identity.

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MARCH 10, 2025

They were the remains of animals deeply intertwined with the histories and cultures of Indigenous communities. ” For many Indigenous cultures, animals are not merely resources or tools; they are kin. Horses, bison, and other creatures hold deep cultural and spiritual significance. “You care for horses. Arterberry, J.,

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SEPTEMBER 17, 2024

A version of the game board, discovered in Azerbaijan, could predate the Egyptian artifacts, raising new questions about the game’s true origins. The research, published in the European Journal of Archaeology 1 , offers fresh insights into this ancient game and its cultural significance. Crist et al., Crist et al.,

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OCTOBER 14, 2024

Excavations revealed thousands of stone artifacts and animal bones, indicating human presence approximately 44,000 years ago. Excavations in a deep cave on Timor Island unearthed thousands of artifacts, revealing signs of human presence dating back 44,000 years.

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MAY 16, 2024

Discovered in Poland, this artifact challenges our understanding of their cognitive abilities and symbolic culture. Symbolic Culture of Neanderthals The bear bone joins a growing collection of Neanderthal artifacts with parallel incisions, hinting at a shared symbolic culture. Image credit: T. 1 Płonka, T.,

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OCTOBER 16, 2024

Image Credit: *Radiocarbon* (2024). This shift, associated with the emergence of the Funnel Beaker Culture, led to permanent settlements and the construction of houses, megalithic tombs, and other structures. (b) A photo showing an overhead view of the cellar from the east, aligning with the reconstruction's orientation. (c)

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JANUARY 29, 2024

Issued: January 29, 2024 Response deadline: February 23, 2024 Pitch responses: February 29, 2024 First drafts due: March 27, 2024 For our third issue of 2024, Anthropology News is delving into the burgeoning field of artificial intelligence (AI) and its intricate relationship with human reality.

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APRIL 19, 2024

Unearthing the Artifacts: Traces of Human Presence Amidst the ancient bone piles and rocky alcoves, lies a treasure trove of human artifacts—a testament to the enduring presence of ancient inhabitants. These fossil-rich deposits offer a tantalizing glimpse into the fauna that once roamed Arabia's ancient landscapes. 1 Stewart, M.,

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Studies Weekly

MAY 2, 2024

A Teacher’s Guide to Celebrating Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month May 2, 2024 • Studies Weekly Diverse perspectives strengthen education, according to Heather Singmaster’s EdWeek article from November 2018. They broaden students’ view of history and teach them to respect people from different cultures.

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MAY 24, 2024

Unveiling the Discovery at Qaleh Kurd Cave The recent findings, published 1 in the Journal of Paleolithic Archaeology on May 23, detail a remarkable assemblage of artifacts and remains dating back as far as 452,000 years ago. J Paleo Arch 7 , 16 (2024). 1 Vahdati Nasab, H., Berillon, G., Hashemi, S.M.

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AUGUST 26, 2024

Technological Innovation in Rainforest Foraging Among the most significant discoveries at Mololo Cave was a tree resin artifact, representing the earliest known use of resin by humans outside of Africa. The precise function of the resin artifact remains unknown, though it may have served as a fuel source for fires within the cave.

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DECEMBER 14, 2024

The study, published in PLOS ONE 1 on December 11, 2024, uses bioarchaeological analyses to shed light on the diets, deaths, and cultural practices of this enigmatic population, linked to the Neolithic Cucuteni-Trypilla culture. Cultural Context The rarity of cremated remains in Trypillian burials adds another layer of intrigue.

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OCTOBER 8, 2024

The Oakhurst rock shelter, nestled in the cliffs of South Africa’s southern coast, has long been a focal point for archaeologists due to its wealth of artifacts and human remains. These findings offer a new perspective on human population stability and cultural evolution in southern Africa.

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SEPTEMBER 21, 2024

Artifacts such as bridles and chariots from this period provide concrete evidence of horse domestication. in a culture known as the Yamnaya. This group is thought to have lived near the Black Sea and spread their culture and language as they rode on horseback across Eurasia. ” Can Hips Tell the Full Story? 1 Hosek, L.,

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SEPTEMBER 20, 2024

It contained more than 40 human graves and preserved layers of human artifacts, such as stone tools, going back 12,000 years.” These newcomers began interacting with the indigenous hunter-gatherer populations, marking the start of more significant genetic and cultural shifts. 1 Gretzinger, J., Gibbon, V. Penske, S. Rohrlach, A.

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AUGUST 24, 2024

The latest discoveries at Queneto provide crucial data for archaeologists seeking to understand the early cultural and technological developments of pre-Incan societies. The placement of the bodies, as well as the artifacts buried with them, is helping researchers draw conclusions about social differentiation in these ancient societies.

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JANUARY 19, 2024

In a groundbreaking revelation, an international team of researchers, spanning China, Australia, France, Spain, and Germany, has unveiled a sophisticated material culture in East Asia dating back an astonishing 45,000 years. Radiocarbon dating of the main cultural layer precisely places Shiyu between 45,800 and 43,200 years ago.

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Studies Weekly

MAY 6, 2024

How to Teach Soft Skills in Elementary School May 6, 2024 • By Studies Weekly In elementary school, students learn and refine an immeasurable number of skills. Soft Skills in Social Studies There is a clear connection between social studies and soft skills like: communication, emotional intelligence, teamwork, and cultural awareness.

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FEBRUARY 21, 2024

Ancient artifacts have a unique ability to transport us back in time, offering glimpses into bygone eras. millimeters in diameter, this diminutive bead holds significant insights into the Clovis culture, which thrived between 11,500 and 10,800 BCE. The hare bone bead. 1 Surovell, T. 1 Surovell, T. Litynski, M. Allaun, S. Buckley, M.,

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APRIL 14, 2024

These intricate wooden artifacts, etched with symbols and patterns, represent far more than mere mnemonic aids; they are windows into the sophisticated communication systems of Australia's First Nations peoples. Acquired in 1885, this artifact offers insights into Indigenous communication methods and cultural symbolism.

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Anthropology News

FEBRUARY 6, 2024

Issued: February 5, 2024 Pitches due: March 4, 2024 Decisions: March 22, 2024 First drafts due: April 17, 2024 Anthropology News invites submissions for the fourth issue of 2024, which will explore the multifaceted concept of “treasure” through an anthropological lens.

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FEBRUARY 21, 2024

In the heart of northeastern China lies the Shiyu site, a treasure trove of ancient artifacts that has recently rewritten the narrative of human migration. Utilizing cutting-edge dating techniques and meticulous analysis of artifacts, the team uncovered a wealth of insights into ancient human life at Shiyu. Yang et al., 1 Yang, S. -G.,

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APRIL 6, 2024

Now, a collaborative effort led by researchers from the Universities of Göttingen and Reading, along with the Lower Saxony State Office for Cultural Heritage, has unveiled groundbreaking insights into the woodworking techniques employed by our ancient ancestors. 1 Leder, D., Lehmann, J., Koddenberg, T., Vogel, M.,

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AUGUST 6, 2024

In his groundbreaking book, The Naked Neanderthal: A New Understanding of the Human Creature (2024), Slimak delves into the depths of Neanderthal life, challenging preconceived notions and offering a fresh perspective on what it means to be human. Slimak asserts. "We

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FEBRUARY 25, 2024

Excavations starting in 2018 unearthed artifacts and charcoal samples, enabling precise radiocarbon dating. Through outreach efforts, the team works closely with local residents to share findings and preserve cultural heritage. 1 Toohey, J. Murphy, M. Chirinos Ogata, P., G., & Garcia-Putnam, A. A monumental stone plaza at 4750 B.P.

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MARCH 5, 2024

The tomb, belonging to an elite chief from the Coclé culture, reveals not only a trove of gold treasures but also a haunting glimpse into sacrificial rituals and burial customs of the past. Retrieved March 5, 2024, from [link] 1 Martínez, E.

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MAY 11, 2024

The settlement, whose surface material points to both the Vinča culture and the Banat culture (5400-4400 BCE), has a surface area of up to 13 ha and is surrounded by four to six ditches. Insights from Surface Surveys In tandem with geophysical surveys, the researchers scoured the surrounding landscape for surface artifacts.

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MARCH 6, 2024

These remarkable artifacts, unearthed at the Korolevo archaeological site, offer tantalizing clues about the migratory routes undertaken by early hominins as they ventured out of Africa and into the uncharted territories of Eurasia. 1 Garba, R., Ylä-Mella, L., Kameník, J., Stübner, K., Lachner, J., Veselovský, F.,

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OCTOBER 9, 2024

This remarkable site, situated in Tuva, Russia, offers a rare glimpse into early Iron Age culture on the Eurasian steppes. However, their material culture shows a lot of the characteristics that we later find in the northern Black Sea region all the way to the west of the Eurasian steppes.”

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MAY 12, 2024

The excavation unearthed a trove of artifacts, from pottery sherds to stone tools, painting a vivid portrait of ancient existence. The village's resilience, it seems, lay in its adaptive economy, which diversified to include maritime trade and cultural innovation. 1 Nickelsberg, R., Shahack-Gross, R., Tamberino, A., Bermatov-Paz, G.,

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JULY 19, 2024

This method, although destructive, is minimally invasive and preserves the historical artifact.” The preservation of this fabric in the Cave of the Skulls provides a unique glimpse into the past, revealing not only the materials and dyes used but also the cultural and social significance of colored textiles in ancient societies.

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MAY 27, 2024

2024) Upon further analysis, Geersen and his colleagues determined that the structure, dubbed the "Blinkerwall," dated back approximately 11,000 years—a testament to its ancient origins. What they stumbled upon was anything but routine: a mysterious structure on the seafloor, unlike anything seen before in the region. Geersen et al.,

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AUGUST 23, 2024

Recent research 1 has unveiled a remarkable technological adaptation used by the Clovis culture—a system of braced pikes that were likely employed in the hunting of massive megaherbivores and for defense against large predators. But prior to that, and in other contexts with boar hunting or bear hunting, it wasn’t very well known.”

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MARCH 29, 2024

APPLYING TO FORM A STUDY GROUP If you are interested in forming a Teaching for Black Lives study group for the 2024–2025 school year or throughout the 2024–2026 school years, please carefully read the sections below. If possible, your group will share photos, videos, and other artifacts that reflect your work.

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NOVEMBER 6, 2024

A recent study led by Leonie Hoff from the University of Oxford, published in the Oxford Journal of Archaeology 1 , analyzed fingerprint impressions left on these figurines, revealing surprising insights about the age, gender, and cultural makeup of the craftsmen and craftswomen who worked on them.

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FEBRUARY 27, 2025

19352024 Credit: Bill Shaw Barbara Joans, 1935-2024 A graduate of Brooklyn College, Barbara Joans earned her doctorate in anthropology at the City University of New York in 1974. There she opened a one-of-its-kind museum that housed, among other things, Native American artifacts as well as an exhibit of local Black bikers.

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