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MAY 22, 2024

However, for Lowery, a coastal geologist, its crumbling layers place the island at the center of one of archaeology's most contentious battles: when and how humans first arrived in the Americas. Discovering Ancient Artifacts Lowery and his team have discovered 286 artifacts on Parsons Island’s southwestern edge.

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MARCH 6, 2024

In the annals of human prehistory, the Ukrainian landscape has emerged as a pivotal theater, offering insights into the earliest chapters of human migration and adaptation. Recent archaeological excavations in western Ukraine have yielded a treasure trove of stone tools dating back an astonishing 1.4 million years.

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DECEMBER 24, 2023

Recent research unveils intriguing insights into the sophisticated choices made by Paleolithic humans regarding stone tool selection. These findings, published in the Journal of Paleolithic Archaeology 1 , suggest a deeper understanding and technical skill in stone tool creation than previously thought. Tsukada, K., Tarawneh, O.,

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MAY 24, 2024

Introduction: A Landmark Discovery in Qaleh Kurd Cave In a momentous archaeological breakthrough, French and Iranian researchers have unearthed compelling evidence of early human habitation in Iran's Central Plateau, pushing back the known timeline of human settlement in the region by an astonishing 300,000 years.

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APRIL 3, 2024

Please note that this article includes images of human remains. This long-lost child, represented only by a lower jaw, was referred to as Ksâr ‘Akil 4 because it was the fourth human fossil discovered at the site of Ksâr ‘Akil in Lebanon, on the Eastern Mediterranean coast. ANOTHER SET OF TEETH “These teeth don’t belong to Egbert!”

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JULY 7, 2024

Approximately 30,000 years ago in what is now the Czech Republic, children likely played with clay, creating small ceramic animals and human figures. Collaborating with Becky Farbstein, an expert on Ice Age ceramics, Nowell conducted a systematic study of 489 ceramic artifacts from Czech sites.

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JULY 16, 2024

Led by Jules Blais, professor of biology at the University of Ottawa, the research team detected evidence of human presence and settlements on Somerset Island, Nunavut, by analyzing sediment samples. Professor Jules Blais, says,” "By analyzing pond sediment samples, we were able to construct detailed histories of site occupation.

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MAY 26, 2024

Archaeologists have uncovered a pivotal chapter in human migration history with the discovery of thousands of stone artifacts and animal bones at the Laili rock shelter in Timor Island. This marks the earliest evidence of human presence on Timor Island, suggesting that the region was previously uninhabited.

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APRIL 10, 2024

In a seminal study recently published in the J ournal of Archaeological Method and Theory 1 , a team of researchers from Université de Montréal and the University of Genoa embarked on a journey to unravel the intricacies of spatial organization among Neanderthals and Homo sapiens. 1 Vallerand, A.,

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FEBRUARY 6, 2024

. ✽ THESE DAYS, IF YOU want to visit remarkable archaeological sites, such as Great Zimbabwe or Petra in Jordan , you don’t even need to leave your house. This has led to numerous archaeological and heritage sites appearing online in interactive 3D platforms, such as Sketchfab.

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DECEMBER 7, 2022

Keep scrolling to check out each of the following simulations: Early Humans Survival Simulation, Persian Empire Simulation, Nile River Simulation, Mohenjo Daro Simulation, Silk Road Simulation, Ancient Greece Panhellenic Games Simulation, Roman Empire Archaeological Simulation, and Knighthood Simulation!

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Anthropology News

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. And is humanity shaping AI?

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FEBRUARY 7, 2024

Unprecedented Discoveries Among the treasures unearthed is a remarkably intact tuyere, a rare find in European archaeology. The discovery hints at the production of substantial artifacts such as swords and cartwheels, indicating a high level of expertise and specialization.

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MARCH 5, 2024

Archaeologists in Panama have made a remarkable discovery 1 at El Caño Archaeological Park, unearthing an ancient tomb believed to be approximately 1,200 years old. Unfinished Revelations and Enigmatic Burial Customs Despite the wealth of findings, the excavation is ongoing, leaving tantalizing questions unanswered.

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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. Unearthing Clues to Ancient Migration For decades, the Shiyu site has tantalized archaeologists with its rich deposits, hinting at a long and complex history of human habitation.

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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. Critics argue that archaeology has leaned too heavily on genetic evidence. Baker, Rigaud, et.

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MAY 27, 2024

In a remarkable discovery 1 along the Baltic coast, scientists have unearthed evidence of a Stone Age megastructure submerged beneath the waters—an archaeological marvel that sheds light on ancient hunting strategies and early human interactions with the environment. 1 Geersen, J., Bradtmöller, M., Schneider von Deimling, J.,

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JANUARY 19, 2024

This revelation stems from a meticulous examination of the archaeological collection at the Shiyu site in Shanxi Province, North China, as detailed in the latest publication in Nature Ecology & Evolution 1. This phenomenon arises from the interplay between societies and relocated peoples, blending inherited traits with novel innovations.

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AUGUST 23, 2024

This innovation, used during the Late Pleistocene, adds a new dimension to our understanding of early human survival strategies. Thousands of these points have been recovered, providing clues about the technology and skill of early humans. It’s an order of magnitude different.

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FEBRUARY 25, 2024

University of Wyoming anthropologists have unearthed one of the earliest circular plazas in Andean South America at the Callacpuma archaeological site in Peru's Cajamarca Basin. Excavations starting in 2018 unearthed artifacts and charcoal samples, enabling precise radiocarbon dating. Together with students from Peru and the U.S.,

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AUGUST 24, 2024

The burials are part of ongoing excavations at 1 the archaeological site of Queneto, located in northern Peru. 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. n.d.). :: UNT:Universidad Nacional de Trujillo:: Edu.Pe.

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MAY 11, 2024

A Landmark Discovery "This discovery is of outstanding importance, as hardly any larger Late Neolithic settlements are known in the Serbian Banat region," remarks Professor Dr. Martin Furholt, the team leader from the Institute of Prehistoric and Protohistoric Archaeology at Kiel University.

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Anthropology News

FEBRUARY 6, 2024

What does it mean to render our genes and biology as forms of treasure that inform our understanding of human diversity and adaptation—or that become new frontiers of intellectual property and profit? Biological treasures: the significance of biodiversity and human genetic heritage in anthropology.

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AUGUST 19, 2024

Cooking is often viewed as a significant turning point in human evolution. It not only provided the extra calories needed to support larger brains 1 but also transformed the way early humans interacted with their environment. Unlike other species, humans are biologically adapted to consume cooked food.

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AUGUST 16, 2024

An extraordinary archaeological site 1 located at the foothills of the Southern Pyrenees in Spain is shedding light on a little-known period of Neanderthal history. The findings reveal a highly adaptive and resourceful group of early humans who thrived in a challenging environment for thousands of years.

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Anthropology for Beginners

NOVEMBER 29, 2021

Tylor includes everything from tools and artifacts to the abstract conceptualization of after-life, there are ample evidences which suggest that human evolution is as much as a social and cultural phenomenon as it is biological. Contents style='mso-element:field-begin'> TOC o "1-3" h z u Bio-Cultural Process of evolution.

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SEPTEMBER 15, 2024

Ice Age Adolescents and Human Growth Patterns In a new study published in the Journal of Human Evolution 1 , researchers have revealed new insights into the puberty stages of Ice Age adolescents from 25,000 years ago. Our research humanizes these teens in ways that go beyond just studying their tools or artifacts.”

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JULY 19, 2024

This method, although destructive, is minimally invasive and preserves the historical artifact.” ” Significance of the Discovery Textiles are rare finds in the archaeological record due to their susceptibility to decay. Early evidence of an archaeological dyed textile using scale-insects: The Cave of Skulls, Israel.

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MAY 12, 2024

In the annals of human history, certain periods stand out as crucibles of resilience, where civilizations defied the odds and thrived amidst adversity. Echoes of the Past: Signs of Life Amid Desolation Situated off Israel's Carmel Coast, Habonim North emerged as a beacon of human tenacity. 1 Nickelsberg, R., Shahack-Gross, R.,

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