Iraq's foreign minister declared the successful retrieval of various artifacts and textured paintings from Japan and ...

Lapis lazuli, valued like gold, has a rich 6,000-year history. Its primary source is Afghanistan's Badakhshan province, where ...

Lapis lazuli, known as 'blue gold', has captivated civilizations for millennia with its vibrant blue color and historical significance. Mined primaril ...

A prize offered by an Indian state leader is intended to shed light on a Bronze Age civilization — and settle a cultural ...

As the early morning mist clears with the sunrise, a unique group of international practitioners of the ancient art of Mamluk ...

At Ancient Origins, we believe that one of the most important fields of knowledge we can pursue as human beings is our beginnings. And while some people may seem content with the story as it stands, ...

New discoveries at the ancient Mesopotamian site of Kurd Qaburstan by University of Central Florida (UCF) associate professor Tiffany Earley-Spadoni and her research team are offering valuable ...

Ancient viral DNA shapes early embryo development. ScienceDaily . Retrieved February 8, 2025 from www.sciencedaily.com / releases / 2025 / 01 / 250120113758.htm ...

From ancient cave paintings to contemporary protest art, graffiti has evolved into a powerful medium for social commentary and change. The roots of graffiti can be traced back to prehistoric times, ...

Clay tablets at Kurd Qaburstan reveal ancient Mesopotamian culture Artefacts hint at urban life in the Middle Bronze Age city Findings challenge perceptions of ...

One of three stone tablets found in northeastern Iraq that may reveal more information about Mesopotamian life. University of Central Florida, courtesy of Tiffany Earley-Spadoni An ancient game ...