Anthropologists' research unveils early stone plaza in the Andes

Two University of Wyoming anthropology professors have discovered one of the earliest circular plazas in Andean South America, showcasing monumental megalithic architecture, which refers to construction that uses large stones ...

Exposing modern forgers

The art market is booming and commercialisation has increased apace. As a result, bad actors are tempted to copy a historical painting in the hope of making a quick buck. These fakes are most easily detected if it can be ...

Siberian caves warn of permafrost meltdown

Climate records captured in Siberian caves suggest 1.5 degrees of warming is enough to trigger thawing of permafrost, according to a paper to be given at the Geological Society of London on 27 June.

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