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Arena to altar: 1,800-year-old grave yields Roman gladiator, 12 Christian bodies
Archaeologists unearthed a tomb in Izmir, Turkey, from the third century that held much more than a Roman gladiator. Reused ...
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The search for the origin of Stonehenge’s mysterious Altar Stone intensifies
The Altar Stone, the largest of the bluestones used to build Stonehenge, lies at the heart of the ancient monument in southern England. The 13,227-pound (6-metric ton) block was likely transported ...
Scientists reveal the origin of Stonehenge’s altar stone
The ancient ritual meaning of Stonehenge is still a mystery, but researchers are one step closer to understanding how the ...
Catholic News Agency3d
What’s behind the viral photo of Pope Francis venerating a chair?
CNA explains what was behind the viral photo of Pope Francis sitting before an ancient wooden chair during the first day of ...
The Lufkin Daily News8d
Where did Stonehenge’s altar stone come from? #shorts #archaeology
The ancient ritual meaning of Stonehenge is still a mystery, but researchers are one step closer to understanding how the ...
KPBS4d
Growing a cempasúchitl: A celebrated flower in life and death
Towards the end of October, the flower of the dead will take its place on altars to celebrate Day of the Dead. Here's a guide ...
From Ofrendas to Family Recipes, This Is Why Food Matters on Dia de los Muertos
Food must-haves for Dia de los Muertos include staples like tamales, corn, pan dulce, mole negro, sopa azteca, pan de muerto, ...
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The search for the origin of Stonehenge’s mysterious Altar Stone intensifies
"Piecing together an ancient puzzleConstruction on Stonehenge began as early as 3000 BC and occurred over several phases, according to previous research, and the Altar Stone is believed to have ...