Sacred Journey Begins: Thousands Embark on 52-Day Amarnath Yatra Amid Tight Security

The 52-day Amarnath Yatra begins as thousands of pilgrims set out from Baltal base camp, embarking on a spiritual journey amid tight security. Over 3.5 lakh devotees registered this year. … Read More

Archaeological Discovery in Peru Reveals 16th-Century Smallpox Burials: Insights into Early Colonial Epidemics

Archaeologists in Peru have unearthed two 16th-century toddler burials with clear evidence of smallpox, indicating rapid spread of this foreign illness following European contact. A 16th-century cemetery in Peru has … Read More

Shigir Idol: The World’s Oldest Wooden Sculpture with Mysterious Carved Faces Once Stood 17 Feet Tall

Crafted from the trunk of a larch tree, this impressive figure features multiple human faces. – **What it is:** The world’s oldest known wooden sculpture – **Where it was found:** … Read More

Unveiling Ancient Liaisons: Neanderthals and Humans Interbred 47,000 Years Ago, Research Reveals

Neanderthal genes observed in modern humans likely infiltrated our DNA during a nearly 7,000-year interbreeding phase starting around 47,000 years ago, according to recent research. This revelation stems from an … Read More