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Ancient Cosmetics: More Than Skin Deep
Ancient cosmetics were not only ritualistic and symbolic but practical, too. They helped to protect Egyptians...
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Clues to Native American Culture Possibly Found in Rattlesnake Bones
The discovery of charred rattlesnake bones offers clues about the role snakes played in ancient Native...
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Incan Ice Mummy: Envoy From an Ancient Civilization
In September 1995, anthropologist Johan Reinhard and climbing partner Miguel Zárate discovered an ice mummy on...
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Ancient Woman Found in Peru: Was She a Powerful Big Game Hunter?
Archaeologists uncovered a skeleton that appears to be a powerful big game hunter. The twist? The...
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Ancient Skeleton Discovery Raises Questions About First Americans
An ancient skeleton that was found in a Mexican cave may shed some light on the...