Researchers have confirmed that the mysterious moai statues of Rapa Nui could be moved using a 'walking' motion. This discovery sheds light on the ingenuity of the island's ancient inhabitants, utilizing a forward-lean design and curved bases to transport these colossal figures.
A monumental discovery of 12,000-year-old rock art in Arabia offers revealing insights into the lives and cultural expressions of human communities that inhabited the region during challenging prehistoric conditions. These findings underscore the adaptability and creativity of these early settlers amidst the harsh desert landscape.
Long overshadowed by more renowned monarchs like Alfred the Great and William the Conqueror, Æthelstan's reign from 925 was crucial in unifying England. A new biography seeks to shed light on his significant achievements in military, legal, and cultural domains that were foundational in forming England's identity.
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