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China, Peru Sign Historic Joint Archaeology Agreement
Chinese archaeological institutions sign first-ever joint archaeology agreement in South America with Peru, marking a historic cultural milestone.
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HistoryHeritage
Gold Treasure in Dendermonde Linked to Brewer Family
A 9 million euro gold treasure found in Dendermonde likely belonged to the wealthy Van Assche brewer family, says former mayor Piet Buyse.
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ArchaeologyCulture
Dragon-Phoenix Find Rewrites Timeline of Chinese Symbolism
Archaeologists in Inner Mongolia uncover 4,300-year-old dragon-phoenix clay figurines, pushing the iconic combination back to the Longshan period.
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CultureHistory
Medieval Papal Seals of Innocentius IV Found in Kortemark
Two 13th-century papal seals of Pope Innocentius IV found in Kortemark, Belgium, reveal medieval ecclesiastical connections in rural Flanders.
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CultureArchaeology
Hongshan Excavations Complete Civilization Evidence Chain
New Hongshan culture excavations at Niuheliang reveal astronomical ritual sites, pushing Chinese civilization origins back 500-600 years.
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Culture & Heritage
Hongshan Excavations Deepen Civilization Evidence Chain
New Hongshan culture excavations in northern China continue filling gaps in the evidence chain of Chinese civilization with fresh ritual discoveries.
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Human Interest
Diver Recovers 1864 Guinness Bottle from Dover Shipwreck
Belgian diver Stef Panis recovered a 1864 Guinness bottle from a shipwreck off Dover, sparking a quest to rebrew Victorian-era stout.
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Culture & Heritage
Niuheliang Park Reveals Ancient Hongshan Civilization
Niuheliang National Archaeological Site Park showcases China's ancient Hongshan civilization, with new discoveries illuminating its origins.
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ArchaeologyChina
2,300-Year-Old Qin Wine Unearthed in Ningxia
Archaeologists identify 2,300-year-old grain wine from Warring States period in Ningxia, revealing advanced ancient Chinese brewing techniques.
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Culture
Ancient Wall Section Collapses at Zheng-Han City in Henan
A 2,700-year-old ancient city wall section in Henan collapsed after heavy rain, raising questions about preserving China's earthen heritage sites.
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Archaeology & History
Eastern Han Family Tomb in Shanxi Reveals Burial Practices
Archaeologists in Shanxi uncovered an Eastern Han family cemetery in Xia County, revealing five tombs with 147 artifacts illuminating burial customs.
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History & Science
28 Skeletons Found in 17th-Century Mass Grave in Jambes
Archaeologists in Jambes, Belgium, unearthed a 17th-century mass grave with 28 skeletons, likely soldiers from the historic sieges of Namur.
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Archaeology & Culture
Sanxingdui Bronzes: Real Records of Ancient Rituals
New research reveals Sanxingdui bronze vessels recorded actual sacrificial ceremonies, reshaping understanding of the ancient Shu civilization.
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ScienceArchaeology
500-Year-Older Stonehenge Prototype Discovered in Wiltshire
Archaeologists discover a 5,000-year-old wooden structure near Stonehenge that predates the monument by 500 years, revealing ancient solstice traditions.
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CultureHistory
Over 100 Western Xia Artifacts Go on Display in Shanxi
More than 120 artifacts from the mysterious Western Xia Dynasty go on display at Shanxi Museum, offering a rare glimpse into the Tangut empire's culture.
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CultureArchaeology
Jin-Yuan Octagonal Brick Tombs with Murals Found in Shanxi
Two octagonal brick tombs with murals from the Jin and Yuan dynasties discovered in Shanxi, offering new insights into medieval Chinese funerary art.
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History & Archaeology
Porcelain Shipwreck Off Norway Yields 18th-Century Cargo
An 18th-century shipwreck in Norwegian waters yields remarkably preserved Chinese porcelain, shedding light on historic Europe-Asia trade routes.
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ScienceHistory
Neanderthal Dentist: 59,000-Year-Old Molar Reveals Surgery
A 59,000-year-old Neanderthal molar from Siberia shows evidence of invasive dental surgery, pushing back the history of medicine by over 40,000 years.
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HistoryHeritage
Skeletons and Tombs Found in Paterskerk Renovation, Halle
Workers renovating a 17th-century church in Halle, Belgium, discovered 14 skeletons and 2 burial vaults beneath the floor, revealing medieval secrets.
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