Hundreds of examples of ancient graffiti dating back nearly 300 years are discovered on walls of parish church in finding of ‘national significance’ The historic markings were found at St Wilfrid’s in Kelham, Nottinghamshire Historians and residents are convinced the ‘unusual’ artwork is a notable find The etchings are thought to have been carved into … Read more
How quest for tastier food helped drive evolution: Ancient humans who could smell and desire more complex aromas gained advantage over rivals, new book claims Academics suggested early humans could smell complex aromas had advantage Claim the pursuit of flavour was the main reason for creation of tools and fire Goes against scientists claims early … Read more
New reconstructions of two famous ancient human ancestors have been produced by a team of academics. The models of Lucy and the Taung child were made from silicone casts, with skin pigmentation and individual hairs painstakingly applied by hand. Researchers sought to create the most lifelike reconstructions of these specimens ever produced by basing their … Read more
How is the Golden Ratio measured? The Golden Ratio was devised in ancient Greece to determine ‘physical perfection’ by comparing the measurements, ratios and symmetry of the facial features. During the Renaissance, artists and Architects used the equation as an aid during the creation of their masterpieces. Scientists have since adapted the mathematical formula to … Read more
The guide dates from the second century AD and is featured in The Classical Cookbook, written by Andrew Dalby and Sally Grainger and published by The British Museum Press.
Metal monolith that appeared in Turkish field covered in mysterious script disappears four days later Monolith that mysteriously appeared on a field in Turkey has now disappeared The 10-foot-high metal slab bearing an ancient Turkic script was found Friday The shiny structure, however, was reported gone by Tuesday morning The monolith is the latest to … Read more
Chinese noblemen were using cosmetics made from animal fat and cave ‘milk’ on their faces some 2,700 years ago, a study has reported. Experts from the Chinese Academy of Sciences excavated a nobleman’s tomb — filled with assorted grave goods — at the Liujiawa site in northern China. During the so-called ‘Spring and Autumn’ period (771–476 … Read more
Jamie Oliver wants to repair a 600-year-old bridge over an ancient MOAT around his £6million Essex country mansion Wants to restore 15th century red brick bridge around Spains Hall in Essex Plans show Jamie wants to have the brickwork re-pointed on the bridge He also wants to replace all the modern terracotta drainage spouts By … Read more
Pregnant Elyse Knowles allows boyfriend Josh Barker to use ‘ancient remedy’ to help turn their breech baby before birth By Candice Jackson For Daily Mail Australia Published: 04:26 GMT, 3 February 2021 | Updated: 04:26 GMT, 3 February 2021 Heavily pregnant Elyse Knowles is preparing to welcome her first child. And after revealing her baby … Read more
Pregnant Elyse Knowles allows boyfriend Josh Barker to use ‘ancient remedy’ to help turn their breech baby before birth By Candice Jackson For Daily Mail Australia Published: 04:26 GMT, 3 February 2021 | Updated: 04:26 GMT, 3 February 2021 Heavily pregnant Elyse Knowles is preparing to welcome her first child. And after revealing her baby … Read more