A sealed crypt under a Polish monastery has revealed something never seen before. Archaeologists wanted to reach this area under the Church of St. John the Baptist and the Five Martyrs in Kazimierz Biskupi. However, there was no passage available to enter it. So they tunnelled their way under the monastery, an endeavour which took more than a month. Once they reached under the church’s altar, they made a surprising discovery. They found three layers of coffins stacked on top of each other in the crypt, with a total of six burials, a translated statement from the Kazimierz Biskupi government mentioned. Metal rods separated one of the layers, and an unusual layer of a fabric and tar mixture was also present on the coffins. Scientists suspect this mixture was likely used as a sealing agent. Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/science-tech/20000-year-old-labyrinth-with-3000-rooms-lies-under-egypt-pyramid-9012892">20,000-year-old labyrinth with 3,000 rooms lies under Egypt pyramid, centuries-old claim resurfaces</a>Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/scientists-detect-huge-city-under-the-giza-pyramids-in-egypt-8880016">Scientists detect huge city under Giza pyramids in Egypt. Not possible, experts say</a><h2>Tar and fabric together had never been seen in crypts in Poland</h2>Malgorzata Grupa of the Nicolaus Copernicus University in Torun said she had never come across such a layered sandwich of fabric and tar, according to the Polish Press Agency. The team believes the tar and the fabric were sandwiched between each other. Tar was commonly used to seal the coffins, and the fabric was likely allowed to add more layers since the burials did not happen for several days, Popular Mechanics reported. Reaching the monastery's crypt took several days, and so the burials were delayed. Using tar and fabric helped seal the coffins better.Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/who-built-2-000-foot-long-ancient-tunnels-in-brazil-and-argentina-not-humans-not-nature-but-1757517095163">Who built 2,000-foot ancient tunnels in Brazil and Argentina? Not humans, not nature, but…</a> They also think that one of the people buried in the crypt was likely a person of higher stature. This is hinted at by the use of metal rods to separate the first layer of coffins. “It must have been a significant figure, since they didn’t want to place the subsequent coffins directly on top of this person’s coffin,” Grupa said. She added that this is not something exactly new; however, it is the first time they have "encountered such a clear situation in Poland.”&nbsp;<h2>How did the Polish church crypt attract attention?</h2>Reaching the crypt was the toughest task. The archaeologists had to tunnel 23 feet into the site under the church. The crypt became a centre of attention in 2022 when they started searching for the remains of at least 100 people from dozens of coffins in the church’s vaults. They were specifically looking for the remains of the Bernardines, who owned the monastery. This site was built both as a church and monastery complex between 1513 and 1520, the Polish Press Agency reported. Burials didn't start there until the 17th century, the researchers noted. The crypt will soon be opened to the public since the remains have been removed and will be studied. &nbsp;

A site that is both a church and a monastery in Poland was hiding a crypt under it. Scientists dug a tunnel to reach it for over a month. When they finally entered the crypt, they were not prepared for what they found, an astounding discovery that was first of its kind.  

A sealed crypt under a Polish monastery has revealed something never seen before. Archaeologists wanted to reach this area under the Church of St. John the Baptist and the Five Martyrs in Kazimierz Biskupi. However, there was no passage available to enter it. So they tunnelled their way under the monastery, an endeavour which took more than a month. Once they reached under the church’s altar, they made a surprising discovery. They found three layers of coffins stacked on top of each other in the crypt, with a total of six burials, a translated statement from the Kazimierz Biskupi government mentioned. Metal rods separated one of the layers, and an unusual layer of a fabric and tar mixture was also present on the coffins. Scientists suspect this mixture was likely used as a sealing agent. Also Read: 20,000-year-old labyrinth with 3,000 rooms lies under Egypt pyramid, centuries-old claim resurfaces Also Read: Scientists detect huge city under Giza pyramids in Egypt. Not possible, experts say Tar and fabric together had never been seen in crypts in Poland Malgorzata Grupa of the Nicolaus Copernicus University in Torun said she had never come across such a layered sandwich of fabric and tar, according to the Polish Press Agency. The team believes the tar and the fabric were sandwiched between each other. Tar was commonly used to seal the coffins, and the fabric was likely allowed to add more layers since the burials did not happen for several days, Popular Mechanics reported. Reaching the monastery's crypt took several days, and so the burials were delayed. Using tar and fabric helped seal the coffins better. Also Read: Who built 2,000-foot ancient tunnels in Brazil and Argentina? Not humans, not nature, but… They also think that one of the people buried in the crypt was likely a person of higher stature. This is hinted at by the use of metal rods to separate the first layer of coffins. “It must have been a significant figure, since they didn’t want to place the subsequent coffins directly on top of this person’s coffin,” Grupa said. She added that this is not something exactly new; however, it is the first time they have "encountered such a clear situation in Poland.” How did the Polish church crypt attract attention? Reaching the crypt was the toughest task. The archaeologists had to tunnel 23 feet into the site under the church. The crypt became a centre of attention in 2022 when they started searching for the remains of at least 100 people from dozens of coffins in the church’s vaults. They were specifically looking for the remains of the Bernardines, who owned the monastery. This site was built both as a church and monastery complex between 1513 and 1520, the Polish Press Agency reported. Burials didn't start there until the 17th century, the researchers noted. The crypt will soon be opened to the public since the remains have been removed and will be studied.

A site that is both a church and a monastery in Poland was hiding a crypt under it. Scientists dug a tunnel to reach it for over a month. When they finally entered the crypt, they were not prepared for what they found, an astounding discovery that was one of its kind. &nbsp;

500-year-old crypt under Polish church reveals coffins covered in tar, triggering a hunt for answers

Nearly 5,200 holes dug on a mountainside in southern Peru’s Andes have been a mystery for nearly 100 years. Monte Sierpe, or Serpent Mountain, has ancient holes dug into the foothills that first came to light after an aerial photograph was published in National Geographic in 1933. Researchers have long come up with various theories in an effort to explain them. Initially, these holes were believed to be unused pre-Inca civilisation graves. A study published in the journal Antiquity has now revealed the true nature of these holes spreading for around 1.6 kilometres. “Why would ancient peoples make over 5,000 holes in the foothills of southern Peru? We don’t know why they are here, but we have produced some promising new data that yield important clues and support novel theories about the site’s use,” lead author of the study, Jacob Bongers, said in a statement.Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/-boring-billion-not-so-boring-scientists-discover-massive-event-switched-things-up-on-ancient-earth-1762935127748">'Boring Billion' not so boring - Scientists discover massive event switched things up on ancient Earth</a> &nbsp;<h2>“Band of Holes" were filled with corn and wild plants</h2>The researchers state in the study that the holes were part of a pre-Inca marketplace, and it later turned into an accounting system to extract tribute. Also known as “Band of Holes," the site has about three-to six-foot wide holes that are up to three feet deep. Microbotanical analysis of sediment samples revealed corn and ancient wild plants commonly used to make baskets. They were likely stored in the holes. The soil analysis was “very intriguing” and reveals that it was “perhaps a pre-Inca marketplace, like a flea market," Bongers said. They added, "Perhaps mobile traders (seafaring merchants and llama caravans), specialists (farmers and fisherfolk), and others were coming together at the site to exchange local goods such as corn and cotton."Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/if-3i-atlas-was-to-impact-earth-where-would-it-crash-scientists-reveal-danger-zone-at-most-risk-from-interstellar-objects-1762925839245">Scientists reveal the ONE danger zone on Earth at most risk from interstellar objects such as 3I/ATLAS</a> &nbsp;Another surprising find was that the layout of the holes was linked to an ancient knotted-string accounting device, which the Inca people once used in the same valley. What made the analysis possible was drone technology. “Once we had precision, low-altitude images, it was immediately clear that this site was profoundly important and had to be scientifically studied,” Charles Stanish, University of South Florida researcher and senior co-author on the research, said in a statement. Despite getting some answers, there are still more mysteries. &nbsp;Dr Bongers says, “Why is this monument only seen here and not all over the Andes? Was Monte Sierpe a sort of ‘landscape khipu’?” He is hoping to unravel more about the mysterious site in the future. &nbsp;

Monte Sierpe, or Serpent Mountain, in Peru, is covered with 5,200 holes that are nearly six feet wide and three feet deep. Once believed to be graves, they turned out to be something completely different, a melting point that brought people together.

Nearly 5,200 holes dug on a mountainside in southern Peru’s Andes have been a mystery for nearly 100 years. Monte Sierpe, or Serpent Mountain, has ancient holes dug into the foothills that first came to light after an aerial photograph was published in National Geographic in 1933. Researchers have long come up with various theories in an effort to explain them. Initially, these holes were believed to be unused pre-Inca civilisation graves. A study published in the journal Antiquity has now revealed the true nature of these holes spreading for around 1.6 kilometres. “Why would ancient peoples make over 5,000 holes in the foothills of southern Peru? We don’t know why they are here, but we have produced some promising new data that yield important clues and support novel theories about the site’s use,” lead author of the study, Jacob Bongers, said in a statement. Also Read: 'Boring Billion' not so boring - Scientists discover massive event switched things up on ancient Earth “Band of Holes" were filled with corn and wild plants The researchers state in the study that the holes were part of a pre-Inca marketplace, and it later turned into an accounting system to extract tribute. Also known as “Band of Holes," the site has about three-to six-foot wide holes that are up to three feet deep. Microbotanical analysis of sediment samples revealed corn and ancient wild plants commonly used to make baskets. They were likely stored in the holes. The soil analysis was “very intriguing” and reveals that it was “perhaps a pre-Inca marketplace, like a flea market," Bongers said. They added, "Perhaps mobile traders (seafaring merchants and llama caravans), specialists (farmers and fisherfolk), and others were coming together at the site to exchange local goods such as corn and cotton." Also Read: Scientists reveal the ONE danger zone on Earth at most risk from interstellar objects such as 3I/ATLAS Another surprising find was that the layout of the holes was linked to an ancient knotted-string accounting device, which the Inca people once used in the same valley. What made the analysis possible was drone technology. “Once we had precision, low-altitude images, it was immediately clear that this site was profoundly important and had to be scientifically studied,” Charles Stanish, University of South Florida researcher and senior co-author on the research, said in a statement. Despite getting some answers, there are still more mysteries. Dr Bongers says, “Why is this monument only seen here and not all over the Andes? Was Monte Sierpe a sort of ‘landscape khipu’?” He is hoping to unravel more about the mysterious site in the future.

Monte Sierpe, or Serpent Mountain, in Peru, is covered with 5,200 holes that are nearly six feet wide and three feet deep. Once believed to be graves, they turned out to be something completely different, a melting point that brought people together.

5,200 mysterious holes in Peru finally explained. Not graves, or garden, but...

Some things should not be messed with, and a discovery in the Netherlands proves just that. A metal detectorist stumbled upon more than 100 gold and silver coins buried in the ground. He informed archaeologists about them, who promptly reached the site to investigate further. They found that the coins were buried 1,300 years ago and were actually "devil’s money", and the place was a seventh-century open-air cult site. The findings were published in the journal Medieval Archaeology. The researchers noted that the coins were from the mints of the Frankish Empire and were buried along with metal jewellery. “The cult site was probably linked to a nearby high-status settlement with an enclosed cult house or ceremonial building,” the study authors wrote.Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/scientists-stumbled-upon-four-jet-black-eggs-20-000-feet-below-ocean-they-turned-out-to-be-1752050826299">Scientists stumbled upon four pitch-black eggs 20,000 feet below ocean. They turned out to be...</a> &nbsp;<h2>Gold coins and jewellery linked to pagan cult rituals</h2>The discovery was made in 2020 and 2021. After the archaeologists reached the site, they started digging. Slowly, the site unravelled itself, with several signs pointing to the fact that cult rituals were performed there around 700 AD. Devil's money is the coins left following rituals at pagan cult sites. The coins were found at three places: a single gold coin at one point, 24 fragmented or complete gold coins at another and silver and gold jewellery. The third site had gold coins and jewellery. &nbsp;One site had a single gold coin, while another had 24 fragmented or complete gold coins, along with silver and gold jewellery. The third site featured gold coins and jewellery. &nbsp;They also found remnants of animal sacrifices at the site, according to Popular Mechanics.&nbsp;Digging up the place also revealed that the gold coins and jewellery were placed there at different times over 100 years. Animal sacrifices were also made over a period of time at separate intervals. All this hinted that the site was where cult rituals, such as sacrifices, were performed for pagan gods. The study was led by Jan-Willem de Kort of the Cultural Heritage Agency of the Netherlands. They found evidence of a large residence, an old structure from the sixth century. The 17 postholes discovered were likely meant for wooden posts, and they were found to be aligned with spring and autumn equinoxes. This sealed the theory that it was the site for seasonal harvest rituals. “The offerings may have been linked to fertility rites as the posts were aligned with the rising and setting of the sun during the spring and autumn equinoxes.”

After a person found gold coins at a place on the Netherlands-German border, archaeologists dug up the site. At the time, they could not have fathomed what they would end up exposing. The coins were “devil's money” and weren't meant to be removed.  

Some things should not be messed with, and a discovery in the Netherlands proves just that. A metal detectorist stumbled upon more than 100 gold and silver coins buried in the ground. He informed archaeologists about them, who promptly reached the site to investigate further. They found that the coins were buried 1,300 years ago and were actually "devil’s money", and the place was a seventh-century open-air cult site. The findings were published in the journal Medieval Archaeology. The researchers noted that the coins were from the mints of the Frankish Empire and were buried along with metal jewellery. “The cult site was probably linked to a nearby high-status settlement with an enclosed cult house or ceremonial building,” the study authors wrote. Also Read: Scientists stumbled upon four pitch-black eggs 20,000 feet below ocean. They turned out to be... Gold coins and jewellery linked to pagan cult rituals The discovery was made in 2020 and 2021. After the archaeologists reached the site, they started digging. Slowly, the site unravelled itself, with several signs pointing to the fact that cult rituals were performed there around 700 AD. Devil's money is the coins left following rituals at pagan cult sites. The coins were found at three places: a single gold coin at one point, 24 fragmented or complete gold coins at another and silver and gold jewellery. The third site had gold coins and jewellery. One site had a single gold coin, while another had 24 fragmented or complete gold coins, along with silver and gold jewellery. The third site featured gold coins and jewellery. They also found remnants of animal sacrifices at the site, according to Popular Mechanics. Digging up the place also revealed that the gold coins and jewellery were placed there at different times over 100 years. Animal sacrifices were also made over a period of time at separate intervals. All this hinted that the site was where cult rituals, such as sacrifices, were performed for pagan gods. The study was led by Jan-Willem de Kort of the Cultural Heritage Agency of the Netherlands. They found evidence of a large residence, an old structure from the sixth century. The 17 postholes discovered were likely meant for wooden posts, and they were found to be aligned with spring and autumn equinoxes. This sealed the theory that it was the site for seasonal harvest rituals. “The offerings may have been linked to fertility rites as the posts were aligned with the rising and setting of the sun during the spring and autumn equinoxes.”

After a person found gold coins at a place on the Netherlands-German border, archaeologists dug up the site. At the time, they could not have fathomed what they would end up exposing. The coins were “devil's money” and weren't meant to be removed. &nbsp;

Dutch cult site unearthed in the Netherlands revealed gold coins. They weren't meant to be taken

Earth witnessed the Great Oxygenation Event around 2.3 billion years ago, boosting oxygen levels that allowed new life forms to take root. Before this, oxygen levels on our planet were on a much lower scale. This shift meant that the organisms that had already evolved to create energy now needed to adapt to an entirely different atmosphere. To understand how they managed to do so, a group of scientists went on an expedition in Japan. They gathered data on five iron-rich hot springs that they say are potentially "windows into ancient microbial ecology." These springs were chosen as they mimicked ancient oceanic environments during the Great Oxygenation Event. They could also provide insights into ancient microorganisms and how life could form on other planets. &nbsp;“These iron-rich hot springs provide a unique natural laboratory to study microbial metabolism under early Earth-like conditions during the late Archean to early Proterozoic transition, marked by the Great Oxidation Event,” Shawn McGlynn, a study author, said in a statement.&nbsp;The researchers from the Earth-Life Science Institute and the Institute of Science, Tokyo, found an element in these springs which is rare on Earth today. This element is what helped them survive the Great Oxygenation Event, scientists believe. They are naturally rich in ferrous iron and also have low levels of oxygen and a near-neutral pH. This is exactly what the environment would have been like on Earth during the mega shift. The study authors note that these iron-rich ecosystems proved to be the main reason that helped the microorganisms make it to the other side despite a major change. Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/yellowstone-supervolcano-mapping-reveals-scale-of-future-eruptions-things-can-change-within-1758631383842">Yellowstone supervolcano mapping reveals scale of future eruptions: 'Things can change within...'</a>Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/asteroid-explosion-near-ground-in-france-is-giving-scientists-sleepless-nights-here-s-why-1758622796021">Asteroid explosion 'near ground' in France is giving scientists sleepless nights. Here's why</a> &nbsp;<h2>Hot springs in Japan carry clues of ancient ecosystems</h2>Iron-oxidising bacteria were found to be the dominant microbes in four of the five hot springs. Ferrous iron was the main energy source for the organisms, while cyanobacteria, which produce oxygen, were only sparingly found. "Our results show that in the presence of ferrous iron and limited oxygen, communities of microaerophilic iron oxidisers, oxygenic phototrophs, and anaerobes consistently coexist and sustain remarkably similar and complete biogeochemical cycles," Fatima Li-Hau, study co-author, said in a statement. However, the fifth hot spring threw up completely opposite results.&nbsp;At the fifth site, non-iron-based metabolisms were found to be dominant. Despite this one anomaly, the scientists believe that not only do their findings offer a window into the early ecosystems, but also show that microbes may have harnessed energy from iron oxidation and oxygen produced by early phototrophs.&nbsp;

Earth did not have as much oxygen billions of years ago. But something changed, boosting oxygen levels. While it meant more life could thrive now, some organisms should have died. However, they are still here.  

Earth witnessed the Great Oxygenation Event around 2.3 billion years ago, boosting oxygen levels that allowed new life forms to take root. Before this, oxygen levels on our planet were on a much lower scale. This shift meant that the organisms that had already evolved to create energy now needed to adapt to an entirely different atmosphere. To understand how they managed to do so, a group of scientists went on an expedition in Japan. They gathered data on five iron-rich hot springs that they say are potentially "windows into ancient microbial ecology." These springs were chosen as they mimicked ancient oceanic environments during the Great Oxygenation Event. They could also provide insights into ancient microorganisms and how life could form on other planets. “These iron-rich hot springs provide a unique natural laboratory to study microbial metabolism under early Earth-like conditions during the late Archean to early Proterozoic transition, marked by the Great Oxidation Event,” Shawn McGlynn, a study author, said in a statement. The researchers from the Earth-Life Science Institute and the Institute of Science, Tokyo, found an element in these springs which is rare on Earth today. This element is what helped them survive the Great Oxygenation Event, scientists believe. They are naturally rich in ferrous iron and also have low levels of oxygen and a near-neutral pH. This is exactly what the environment would have been like on Earth during the mega shift. The study authors note that these iron-rich ecosystems proved to be the main reason that helped the microorganisms make it to the other side despite a major change. Also Read: Yellowstone supervolcano mapping reveals scale of future eruptions: 'Things can change within...' Also Read: Asteroid explosion 'near ground' in France is giving scientists sleepless nights. Here's why Hot springs in Japan carry clues of ancient ecosystems Iron-oxidising bacteria were found to be the dominant microbes in four of the five hot springs. Ferrous iron was the main energy source for the organisms, while cyanobacteria, which produce oxygen, were only sparingly found. "Our results show that in the presence of ferrous iron and limited oxygen, communities of microaerophilic iron oxidisers, oxygenic phototrophs, and anaerobes consistently coexist and sustain remarkably similar and complete biogeochemical cycles," Fatima Li-Hau, study co-author, said in a statement. However, the fifth hot spring threw up completely opposite results. At the fifth site, non-iron-based metabolisms were found to be dominant. Despite this one anomaly, the scientists believe that not only do their findings offer a window into the early ecosystems, but also show that microbes may have harnessed energy from iron oxidation and oxygen produced by early phototrophs.

Earth did not have as much oxygen billions of years ago. But something changed, boosting oxygen levels. While it meant more life could thrive now, some organisms should have died. However, they are still here. &nbsp;

Oxygen overshot on Earth 2.3bn years ago, and that should have killed some. They are still here

North America was covered by a centuries-long winter after a catastrophic event 12,800 years ago. Scientists have found evidence that proves this event killed the Ice Age animals and led to a decline in the population of people who lived here.

Did a 'doomsday comet' unleash catastrophe in US 12,800 years ago? Scientists say...

Scientists discovered huge tunnels in Brazil and Argentina decades ago and were surprised to see such complex creations made when ancient humans walked the planet. To create such vast tunnels would not have been easy in the absence of complex equipment. Experts think that it is also almost impossible that geological processes shaped these tunnels. The mystery of who built these tunnels was solved in 2018 when a study published in Science Advances revealed that these tunnels were actually made by a creature that has now gone extinct. According to researchers, giant ground sloths burrowed through the ground to make the tunnels. Geology professor Heinrich Frank first discovered these tunnels. These structures are over 1,968 feet long and nearly six feet high. What's more, over 1,500 such tunnels were found in the Rio Grande do Sul region in southern Brazil alone. Humans didn't possess the tools and craft to make them, nor could they have been the work of nature.Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/biblical-killer-cain-lives-mormon-folklore-says-adam-and-eve-s-outcast-son-may-be-bigfoot-1756716087132">Biblical killer Cain lives? Mormon folklore says Adam and Eve's outcast son may be Bigfoot</a>&nbsp;Frank noted that these “paleoburrows” had big claw scratches, set up in a parallel layout. This was a clue that these tunnels were the handiwork of giant creatures. “There’s no geological process in the world that produces long tunnels with a circular or elliptical cross-section, which branch and rise and fall, with claw marks on the walls,” Frank told Discover. He noted that he had come across "dozens of caves that have inorganic origins," and he is sure that &nbsp;"digging animals had no role in their creation."Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/scientists-stumble-upon-a-20-7-feet-long-anaconda-on-tv-show-could-24-foot-creatures-be-next-1755517634345">Scientists stumble upon a 20.7 feet green anaconda on TV show. Could 24 foot creatures be next?</a>&nbsp;To prove that the tunnels weren't made by natural processes, scientists point to the fact that the sheer scale, geometry, and features show that they did not originate from geological processes like erosion or lava tubes. They also do not resemble any known anthropogenic structures. They point to the giant claw marks to state that a prehistoric animal made these tunnels, more specifically giant ground sloth (Megatherium or related genera), This sloth scuttled through the grounds of South America during the Pleistocene epoch, some 8,000–10,000 years ago. They weren't ordinary sloths, but resembled elephants. Their limbs were strong, and their claws were huge, which allowed them to excavate the ground to build the tunnels.Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/scientists-stumbled-upon-four-jet-black-eggs-20-000-feet-below-ocean-they-turned-out-to-be-1752050826299">Scientists stumbled upon four pitch-black eggs 20,000 feet below ocean. They turned out to be...</a>&nbsp;They were built over several generations, as proven by their length and the area they were spread across. They most likely served as shelters for the sloths, who were herbivores. Human footprints, seemingly showing that they followed the sloths, have also been found in the tunnels. “It is possible that the behaviour was playful, but human interactions with sloths are probably better interpreted in the context of stalking and/or hunting,” according to researchers. &nbsp;

Giant tunnels discovered in Brazil and Argentina were not made by humans. They also did not come into existence because of nature. So who built them? Scientists say a creature that looked like an elephant, but was actually a sloth, burrowed through Earth.

Scientists discovered huge tunnels in Brazil and Argentina decades ago and were surprised to see such complex creations made when ancient humans walked the planet. To create such vast tunnels would not have been easy in the absence of complex equipment. Experts think that it is also almost impossible that geological processes shaped these tunnels. The mystery of who built these tunnels was solved in 2018 when a study published in Science Advances revealed that these tunnels were actually made by a creature that has now gone extinct. According to researchers, giant ground sloths burrowed through the ground to make the tunnels. Geology professor Heinrich Frank first discovered these tunnels. These structures are over 1,968 feet long and nearly six feet high. What's more, over 1,500 such tunnels were found in the Rio Grande do Sul region in southern Brazil alone. Humans didn't possess the tools and craft to make them, nor could they have been the work of nature. Also Read: Biblical killer Cain lives? Mormon folklore says Adam and Eve's outcast son may be Bigfoot Frank noted that these “paleoburrows” had big claw scratches, set up in a parallel layout. This was a clue that these tunnels were the handiwork of giant creatures. “There’s no geological process in the world that produces long tunnels with a circular or elliptical cross-section, which branch and rise and fall, with claw marks on the walls,” Frank told Discover. He noted that he had come across "dozens of caves that have inorganic origins," and he is sure that "digging animals had no role in their creation." Also Read: Scientists stumble upon a 20.7 feet green anaconda on TV show. Could 24 foot creatures be next? To prove that the tunnels weren't made by natural processes, scientists point to the fact that the sheer scale, geometry, and features show that they did not originate from geological processes like erosion or lava tubes. They also do not resemble any known anthropogenic structures. They point to the giant claw marks to state that a prehistoric animal made these tunnels, more specifically giant ground sloth (Megatherium or related genera), This sloth scuttled through the grounds of South America during the Pleistocene epoch, some 8,000–10,000 years ago. They weren't ordinary sloths, but resembled elephants. Their limbs were strong, and their claws were huge, which allowed them to excavate the ground to build the tunnels. Also Read: Scientists stumbled upon four pitch-black eggs 20,000 feet below ocean. They turned out to be... They were built over several generations, as proven by their length and the area they were spread across. They most likely served as shelters for the sloths, who were herbivores. Human footprints, seemingly showing that they followed the sloths, have also been found in the tunnels. “It is possible that the behaviour was playful, but human interactions with sloths are probably better interpreted in the context of stalking and/or hunting,” according to researchers.

Giant tunnels discovered in Brazil and Argentina were not made by humans. They also did not come into existence because of nature. So who built them? Scientists say a creature that looked like an elephant, but was actually a sloth, burrowed through Earth.

Who built 2,000-foot ancient tunnels in Brazil and Argentina? Not humans, not nature, but...

Biblical discovery in Jerusalem - The origins of the Pool of Siloam, where Jesus is said to have healed a blind man, have been discovered in Jerusalem. A dam wall that was part of the structure is the “tangible” remains of a structure that, till now, was only mentioned in the Bible. 

2,800-year-old biblical wall in Jerusalem reveals climate crisis faced by the Kingdom of Judah, and the lessons it teaches us

A man in Indianapolis, on a digging spree around his house to remove a rock poking out of the ground, stumbled upon a piece of history. He was stunned to see that he was living on top of an Ice Age rock, that was easily 12,000 to 15,000 years old. Brendan Dudas was unable to properly mow his lawn because of this hindrance, and so decided to remove the piece once and for all. He told People magazine that he was motivated by seeing a guy on TikTok called @TheLawnTools who was always digging out boulders. So he decided to bring in a tractor and started the job. But he was not prepared for what soon started to unravel. He noticed that the rock was bigger than he had imagined. Dudas continued to dig around it, but did not find the edges. Stumped to see an unending rock, he knew that it needed some heavy lifting. He even asked people on social media for solutions, who suggested he get a crane to lift it.&nbsp;However, Dudas wasn't sure how far the rock extended, and if it ran under the foundation of his house and his neighbour's, then that would weaken the structures. He decided to get into the crane company, which suggested a safer way. Dudas went with it, and the crane surprisingly pulled out a 4,672 kg boulder. An analysis showed the rock was at least 12,000 years old, and could even be much older. It is believed to belong to the last major Ice Age. This was the Last Glacial Period, and occurred approximately 115,000 to 11,700 years ago.Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/you-won-t-believe-what-hyderabad-is-building-for-225-crore-hint-it-ll-have-sand-water-and-holiday-vibes-1756537525266">You won’t believe what Hyderabad is building for ₹225 crore! Hint: It'll have sand, water and holiday vibes</a>&nbsp;<h2>Digging for historical pieces</h2>Dudas has now placed the boulder on his front lawn, adding more plants and soil around it. He has now extended his mission and is redoing his entire house, and plans on making "the yard the envy of the neighbourhood." His historic discovery has led to others around him also digging up their yards to see if a piece of treasure resides under their house.&nbsp; &nbsp;

A massive boulder from around the end of the last Ice Age was discovered in Indianapolis by a man digging through his yard. What he thought would be a small digging job turned into a major endeavour, which revealed the rock. 

A man in Indianapolis, on a digging spree around his house to remove a rock poking out of the ground, stumbled upon a piece of history. He was stunned to see that he was living on top of an Ice Age rock, that was easily 12,000 to 15,000 years old. Brendan Dudas was unable to properly mow his lawn because of this hindrance, and so decided to remove the piece once and for all. He told People magazine that he was motivated by seeing a guy on TikTok called @TheLawnTools who was always digging out boulders. So he decided to bring in a tractor and started the job. But he was not prepared for what soon started to unravel. He noticed that the rock was bigger than he had imagined. Dudas continued to dig around it, but did not find the edges. Stumped to see an unending rock, he knew that it needed some heavy lifting. He even asked people on social media for solutions, who suggested he get a crane to lift it. However, Dudas wasn't sure how far the rock extended, and if it ran under the foundation of his house and his neighbour's, then that would weaken the structures. He decided to get into the crane company, which suggested a safer way. Dudas went with it, and the crane surprisingly pulled out a 4,672 kg boulder. An analysis showed the rock was at least 12,000 years old, and could even be much older. It is believed to belong to the last major Ice Age. This was the Last Glacial Period, and occurred approximately 115,000 to 11,700 years ago. Also Read: You won’t believe what Hyderabad is building for ₹225 crore! Hint: It'll have sand, water and holiday vibes Digging for historical pieces Dudas has now placed the boulder on his front lawn, adding more plants and soil around it. He has now extended his mission and is redoing his entire house, and plans on making "the yard the envy of the neighbourhood." His historic discovery has led to others around him also digging up their yards to see if a piece of treasure resides under their house.

A massive boulder from around the end of the last Ice Age was discovered in Indianapolis by a man digging through his yard. What he thought would be a small digging job turned into a major endeavour, which revealed the rock.&nbsp;

Indiana man tries to dig up a rock in his yard—Uncovers a 15,000-years-old Ice Age boulder

Scientists have found tantalising clues of a global flood that wiped out advanced civilisations 20,000 years ago. They carried out excavations at Tell Fara in Iraq, where settlements dating back more than 5,000 years were uncovered in the 1930s. At the time, this place revealed how early civilisations lived. However, upon further digging up the area, researchers came across a thick layer of yellow clay and sand, or an 'inundation layer' under the settlement, which is indicative of a flood that struck thousands of years before a new civilisation made it its home. They say that such deposits typically settle on already-inhabited ground, which proves that an older civilisation was buried in the massive floods. Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/-time-just-stopped-scientists-stumble-upon-8-500-year-old-world-deep-inside-the-sea-1756268735827">'Time just stopped' — Scientists stumble upon 8,500-year-old world deep inside the sea</a>Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/science-tech/20000-year-old-labyrinth-with-3000-rooms-lies-under-egypt-pyramid-9012892">20,000-year-old labyrinth with 3,000 rooms lies under Egypt pyramid, centuries-old claim resurfaces</a> &nbsp;Surprisingly, previous excavations have revealed similar clay and sand layers in Mesopotamia, the Indus Valley, and Egypt. The inundation layers have been found in Ur, Kish, Harappa and ancient Nile settlements, all of which lie on different continents. The repeated finding has sparked concerns that sudden floods washed away settlements and communities across the world. Experts believe a global disaster occurred 20,000 years ago, leaving barely any signs of the life and people who inhabited Earth at the time. A researcher named Matt LaCroix told the Daily Mail, citing geological records, that a flood ended civilisations and "Nothing in the last 11,000 years even comes close to explaining it." Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/scientists-stumbled-upon-four-jet-black-eggs-20-000-feet-below-ocean-they-turned-out-to-be-1752050826299">Scientists stumbled upon four pitch-black eggs 20,000 feet below ocean. They turned out to be...</a>&nbsp;<h2>Critics argue against a global flood</h2>He believes that climate change may have contributed to these floods, a notion that is mentioned in cultural textbooks. "A global catastrophe of this magnitude could have destroyed entire communities, leaving only fragments of culture and memory behind," LaCroix added. One event that some scientists connect to this flooding is the Younger Dryas cooling that occurred around 12,800 years ago. At this time, abrupt climate swings happened, as seen in ice core records. However, not everyone is convinced that the Dryas event could have triggered a global flood. Critics say complex societies can't have existed during the Upper Palaeolithic Period. But LaCroix says that all evidence points to an earlier, far larger catastrophe. He correlated geological records with global catastrophic markers to say that a flood swept the world.

Did a flood sweep through the world 20,000 years ago? A scientist thinks that the advanced civilisations lived on Earth at the time and were killed when a climate-induced catastrophe occurred. He cites one proof found globally in several places.  

Scientists have found tantalising clues of a global flood that wiped out advanced civilisations 20,000 years ago. They carried out excavations at Tell Fara in Iraq, where settlements dating back more than 5,000 years were uncovered in the 1930s. At the time, this place revealed how early civilisations lived. However, upon further digging up the area, researchers came across a thick layer of yellow clay and sand, or an 'inundation layer' under the settlement, which is indicative of a flood that struck thousands of years before a new civilisation made it its home. They say that such deposits typically settle on already-inhabited ground, which proves that an older civilisation was buried in the massive floods. Also Read: 'Time just stopped' — Scientists stumble upon 8,500-year-old world deep inside the sea Also Read: 20,000-year-old labyrinth with 3,000 rooms lies under Egypt pyramid, centuries-old claim resurfaces Surprisingly, previous excavations have revealed similar clay and sand layers in Mesopotamia, the Indus Valley, and Egypt. The inundation layers have been found in Ur, Kish, Harappa and ancient Nile settlements, all of which lie on different continents. The repeated finding has sparked concerns that sudden floods washed away settlements and communities across the world. Experts believe a global disaster occurred 20,000 years ago, leaving barely any signs of the life and people who inhabited Earth at the time. A researcher named Matt LaCroix told the Daily Mail, citing geological records, that a flood ended civilisations and "Nothing in the last 11,000 years even comes close to explaining it." Also Read: Scientists stumbled upon four pitch-black eggs 20,000 feet below ocean. They turned out to be... Critics argue against a global flood He believes that climate change may have contributed to these floods, a notion that is mentioned in cultural textbooks. "A global catastrophe of this magnitude could have destroyed entire communities, leaving only fragments of culture and memory behind," LaCroix added. One event that some scientists connect to this flooding is the Younger Dryas cooling that occurred around 12,800 years ago. At this time, abrupt climate swings happened, as seen in ice core records. However, not everyone is convinced that the Dryas event could have triggered a global flood. Critics say complex societies can't have existed during the Upper Palaeolithic Period. But LaCroix says that all evidence points to an earlier, far larger catastrophe. He correlated geological records with global catastrophic markers to say that a flood swept the world.

Did a flood sweep through the world 20,000 years ago? A scientist thinks that the advanced civilisations lived on Earth at the time and were killed when a climate-induced catastrophe occurred. He cites one proof found globally in several places. &nbsp;

'Nothing explains this' – 20,000 years ago, a single flood swept through the entire world

Archaeologists have unearthed a Jurassic-era creature in the Jaisalmer area of Rajasthan, which resembles a crocodile. The fossil has been named a phytosaur, and according to researchers, it could be more than &nbsp;200 million years old. The creature that lived partly on land and in water measures between 1.5 to 2 metres, and is possibly the ancestor of modern-day crocodiles. Senior hydrogeologist Dr Narayandas Inkhiya and his team made the fascinating discovery in the western Indian state, and believe more such historical treasures could be hidden in the desert. Inkhiya believes the region can be developed into an important spot for fossil tourism. Meanwhile, geoscientist CP Rajendran confirmed that this Jurassic era creature later "evolved into the crocodiles that you find now." 'They also found what looks like a fossilised egg, which was probably laid by the reptile. Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/unknown-harappan-settlement-discovered-in-thar-desert-for-the-first-time-1753948649708">Unknown Harappan settlement discovered in Thar desert for the first time</a>&nbsp;The rare discovery was made in the Megha village in Jaisalmer district. Researchers term it rare since not many fossils of such a creature have been found in the world. This animal was like a crocodile - spending its time both in the sea and on land. It is believed to have depended on fish as its source of food. However, Jaisalmer is a desert area with no water bodies around it today. So how did such an animal live here? According to previous studies, the area was submerged under the ancient Tethys Sea millions of years ago. It was flanked by a river on one side and a sea on the other. This formed the creature's habitat. Fossils of the medium-sized phytosaur have only been recovered a few times to date. Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/scientist-finds-earliest-evidence-that-rig-veda-verses-influenced-civilisations-outside-india-1755591662063">Scientist finds earliest evidence that Rig Veda verses influenced civilisations outside India</a>&nbsp;Finding a fossil from the Jurassic period is not surprising. According to Inkhiya, Jaisalmer lies in a region called the Lathi formation, where dinosaurs thrived millions of years ago. This crocodile-like creature lived alongside the dinosaurs. The region has revealed several dinosaur fossils in the past. In 2023, Inkhiya found a dinosaur egg here, while the Geological Survey of India scientists dug up the oldest herbivorous dinosaur in 2018.&nbsp;&nbsp;<h2>What is a phytosaur? Is a phytosaur dinosaur?</h2> Phytosaurs are semiaquatic reptiles that lived during the Late Triassic Period (about 229 million to 200 million years ago). They had short legs, wide, heavy bodies and armoured scales, long tails, and long toothy snouts. These creatures evolved to become crocodiles. They weren't dinosaurs, but belonged to a group named archosaurs, which also included pterosaurs (flying reptiles). The modern-day reptile has nostrils at the ends of its snouts, while phytosaurs had nostrils on a raised hump in front of their eyes. The name phytosaur means "plant lizard", since they were once believed to thrive by eating plants. However, they ate fish, as proved by later studies. &nbsp;

Scientists have found the remains of an animal that lived with dinosaurs in Jaisalmer, Rajasthan. It lived on land and sea and ate fish. It looked like a crocodile and belonged to a group named phytosaur? What is a phytosaur? 

Archaeologists have unearthed a Jurassic-era creature in the Jaisalmer area of Rajasthan, which resembles a crocodile. The fossil has been named a phytosaur, and according to researchers, it could be more than 200 million years old. The creature that lived partly on land and in water measures between 1.5 to 2 metres, and is possibly the ancestor of modern-day crocodiles. Senior hydrogeologist Dr Narayandas Inkhiya and his team made the fascinating discovery in the western Indian state, and believe more such historical treasures could be hidden in the desert. Inkhiya believes the region can be developed into an important spot for fossil tourism. Meanwhile, geoscientist CP Rajendran confirmed that this Jurassic era creature later "evolved into the crocodiles that you find now." 'They also found what looks like a fossilised egg, which was probably laid by the reptile. Also Read: Unknown Harappan settlement discovered in Thar desert for the first time The rare discovery was made in the Megha village in Jaisalmer district. Researchers term it rare since not many fossils of such a creature have been found in the world. This animal was like a crocodile - spending its time both in the sea and on land. It is believed to have depended on fish as its source of food. However, Jaisalmer is a desert area with no water bodies around it today. So how did such an animal live here? According to previous studies, the area was submerged under the ancient Tethys Sea millions of years ago. It was flanked by a river on one side and a sea on the other. This formed the creature's habitat. Fossils of the medium-sized phytosaur have only been recovered a few times to date. Also Read: Scientist finds earliest evidence that Rig Veda verses influenced civilisations outside India Finding a fossil from the Jurassic period is not surprising. According to Inkhiya, Jaisalmer lies in a region called the Lathi formation, where dinosaurs thrived millions of years ago. This crocodile-like creature lived alongside the dinosaurs. The region has revealed several dinosaur fossils in the past. In 2023, Inkhiya found a dinosaur egg here, while the Geological Survey of India scientists dug up the oldest herbivorous dinosaur in 2018. What is a phytosaur? Is a phytosaur dinosaur? Phytosaurs are semiaquatic reptiles that lived during the Late Triassic Period (about 229 million to 200 million years ago). They had short legs, wide, heavy bodies and armoured scales, long tails, and long toothy snouts. These creatures evolved to become crocodiles. They weren't dinosaurs, but belonged to a group named archosaurs, which also included pterosaurs (flying reptiles). The modern-day reptile has nostrils at the ends of its snouts, while phytosaurs had nostrils on a raised hump in front of their eyes. The name phytosaur means "plant lizard", since they were once believed to thrive by eating plants. However, they ate fish, as proved by later studies.

Scientists have found the remains of an animal that lived with dinosaurs in Jaisalmer, Rajasthan. It lived on land and sea and ate fish. It looked like a crocodile and belonged to a group named phytosaur. What is a phytosaur?&nbsp;

Phytosaur found in Jaisalmer: Crocodile ancestor that lived alongside dinosaurs unearthed in Rajasthan, India

A discovery in Abu Dhabi could change the belief about how far Christianity likely spread. Researchers have found a 1,400-year-old plaque depicting a cross with a stepped pyramid that supposedly represents Golgotha, the site of Jesus's crucifixion. The artefact was unearthed on the Sir Bani Yas Island, where the researchers had dug up the ruins of a church and monastery. According to them, this finding suggests that a Christian community was thriving in the region during the seventh and eighth centuries, a time period when the religion was only believed to have existed in the Levant, Mesopotamia and parts of Europe. However, the latest finding changes that perception. Experts say that it is proof that Christianity was not only present but thriving in the southeastern Arabian Gulf island. Maria Gajewska, lead archaeologist at the site, said, "Every element of the cross incorporates regional motifs. It tells us that Christianity in this region was not only present but flourished." Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/nasa-discovery-points-to-the-exact-date-jesus-christ-was-likely-crucified-8979096">NASA discovery points to the exact date Jesus Christ was likely crucified</a>Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/secret-chamber-in-great-pyramid-of-giza-hiding-jesus-christs-remains-8967250">Jesus Christ's body found? Scientist claims it is lying in a secret chamber under Great Pyramid</a><h2>The plaque still had the mark of its maker</h2>This also upends earlier beliefs that the religion and older pagan traditions were fading away in the region at this time, as Islam started spreading rapidly across Arabia. Mohamed Khalifa Al Mubarak, chairman of the Department of Culture and Tourism, calls it a historically significant discovery which proves that the UAE had "values of coexistence and cultural openness", where several religions existed side by side peacefully. The cross that led to this is about 10.6 inches long, 6.7 inches wide, and roughly 0.8 inches thick. The plaque also has the fingerprint of its maker on the back. Archaeologists say that people used it to pray to the Lord by hanging it on a wall. Other evidence, such as the courtyard, pottery, glass artefacts and a small sea-green bottle unearthed at the site, hints at who lived there. According to the archaeologists, monks probably resided in the courtyard buildings and held spiritual retreats in the area. They are believed to have lived a good life, and the clues lie in limestone and coral structures and water cisterns. Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/lost-nile-city-discovered-details-about-religion-and-cobra-goddess-wadjet-revealed-1751444188676">Lost Nile city discovered: Details of religion and Cobra Goddess Wadjet revealed</a>Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/scientist-suggests-egyptian-pyramids-were-ancient-ports-built-near-a-nile-branch-that-disappeared-1750248323757">Scientist suggests Egyptian pyramids were 'ancient ports', built near a Nile branch that disappeared</a><h2>A tourist trail could be built at Yas Island</h2>Hager Al Menhali, an Emirati archaeologist at the department, detailed what pulled her towards the plaque. "The plaster was resting face down and something about it caught my attention," she told The National. The cross and the site would be further studied, and radiocarbon dating would be performed. The courtyard houses would also be explored. Eventually, it could all make up a tourist trail, the researchers said. "These discoveries deepen our connection to the past and inspire future generations to embrace the spirit of unity and mutual respect that has long defined our community," Al Mubarak said.

Archaeologists have found a plaque with a cross on it that could point to how far east Christianity spread. The discovery in Yas Island amid ruins of a church and monastery changed all beliefs about the religion that likely flourished even when Islam was rising in the region.

A discovery in Abu Dhabi could change the belief about how far Christianity likely spread. Researchers have found a 1,400-year-old plaque depicting a cross with a stepped pyramid that supposedly represents Golgotha, the site of Jesus's crucifixion. The artefact was unearthed on the Sir Bani Yas Island, where the researchers had dug up the ruins of a church and monastery. According to them, this finding suggests that a Christian community was thriving in the region during the seventh and eighth centuries, a time period when the religion was only believed to have existed in the Levant, Mesopotamia and parts of Europe. However, the latest finding changes that perception. Experts say that it is proof that Christianity was not only present but thriving in the southeastern Arabian Gulf island. Maria Gajewska, lead archaeologist at the site, said, "Every element of the cross incorporates regional motifs. It tells us that Christianity in this region was not only present but flourished." Also Read: NASA discovery points to the exact date Jesus Christ was likely crucified Also Read: Jesus Christ's body found? Scientist claims it is lying in a secret chamber under Great Pyramid The plaque still had the mark of its maker This also upends earlier beliefs that the religion and older pagan traditions were fading away in the region at this time, as Islam started spreading rapidly across Arabia. Mohamed Khalifa Al Mubarak, chairman of the Department of Culture and Tourism, calls it a historically significant discovery which proves that the UAE had "values of coexistence and cultural openness", where several religions existed side by side peacefully. The cross that led to this is about 10.6 inches long, 6.7 inches wide, and roughly 0.8 inches thick. The plaque also has the fingerprint of its maker on the back. Archaeologists say that people used it to pray to the Lord by hanging it on a wall. Other evidence, such as the courtyard, pottery, glass artefacts and a small sea-green bottle unearthed at the site, hints at who lived there. According to the archaeologists, monks probably resided in the courtyard buildings and held spiritual retreats in the area. They are believed to have lived a good life, and the clues lie in limestone and coral structures and water cisterns. Also Read: Lost Nile city discovered: Details of religion and Cobra Goddess Wadjet revealed Also Read: Scientist suggests Egyptian pyramids were 'ancient ports', built near a Nile branch that disappeared A tourist trail could be built at Yas Island Hager Al Menhali, an Emirati archaeologist at the department, detailed what pulled her towards the plaque. "The plaster was resting face down and something about it caught my attention," she told The National. The cross and the site would be further studied, and radiocarbon dating would be performed. The courtyard houses would also be explored. Eventually, it could all make up a tourist trail, the researchers said. "These discoveries deepen our connection to the past and inspire future generations to embrace the spirit of unity and mutual respect that has long defined our community," Al Mubarak said.

Archaeologists have found a plaque with a cross on it that could point to how far east Christianity spread. The discovery in Yas Island amid ruins of a church and monastery changed all beliefs about the religion that likely flourished even when Islam was rising in the region.

1,400-year-old plaque upends long-held belief about Christianity in the 7th and 8th centuries

Scientists in California have found one of the earliest proofs that the Vedic culture was not limited to India. The evidence lies in music, as a study has pointed out that a hymn written on the eastern coast of the Mediterranean 3,000 years ago shares striking similarities with the Rig Veda, one of the oldest Indian sacred texts. Dan C. Baciu, of the University of California, Santa Barbara, published his comparative analysis on the Preprints.org server. He says that the Hymn to Nikkal, written in Ugarit and the Rig Veda verses shared the same cadence, or repeated melodic or rhythmic units. The researcher used computer-assisted rhythm and melody mapping to draw parallels between the two bodies of work. He wrote in his study that one in five Rig Veda verses ends with the same cadence as the Hymn to Nikkal. What makes it intriguing is that, according to him, the odds of this occurring by accident are less than one in a million. In the one written in the Mediterranean, there are two cadences - one simple and heartbeat-like, and one more intricate. Baciu says that both models are also present in the Rig Veda verses, "with one most frequently ending verses and the other linked closely to the Triṣṭubh meter," according to Baciu. Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/unknown-harappan-settlement-discovered-in-thar-desert-for-the-first-time-1753948649708">Unknown Harappan settlement discovered in Thar desert for the first time</a><h2>Music connected kingdoms, lived on even after civilisations ended</h2>While one of them is simpler, the other is complex, and Baciu says this was done deliberately. Besides the shared rhythm, there is also the echoed melodic tendencies, which "ancient commentators on the Rig Veda described as mounting upon accented syllables and falling thereafter." A digital reconstruction revealed how shockingly similar the two pieces were. Baciu's discovery shows that music was shared across different cultures and spread faster than royal decrees and political alliances. In fact, even after the kingdoms vanished, music sustained. Ugarit connected Mesopotamian and Anatolian cultures, and historians say the Mitanni kingdom served as a cultural bridge between Ugarit and India. This Bronze Age state is believed to have acted as the channel through which Vedic traditions and musical forms were exchanged. Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/110-years-after-maski-inscription-4-000-year-old-human-settlement-found-in-karnataka-town-1752742129490">110 years after Maski inscription, 4,000-year-old human settlement found in Karnataka town</a>&nbsp;<h2>Rig Veda musical cadence reached Greek poetry</h2>Baciu wrote in his paper, "The Mitanni left us two gifts. One is the earliest evidence of Vedic culture outside India. The other is this hymn, which demonstrates how music was able to unite civilisations." He says that the musical cadence continued to spread, with similar patterns being seen in Greek lyric poetry after hundreds of years. Sappho’s works, pieces of European literature, and the verses of German poet Friedrich Hölderlin in 1801 all carry the same music pattern. Baciu's research shows that music was the first global language, and challenges notions that civilisation existed in isolation.

Rig Veda and its verses, its musical notes and cadence, reached other civilisations and were shared across other Bronze Age cultures. A scientist has found proof that a 3,000-year-old hymn written in the Mediterranean has striking similarities with the Vedic verses.

Scientists in California have found one of the earliest proofs that the Vedic culture was not limited to India. The evidence lies in music, as a study has pointed out that a hymn written on the eastern coast of the Mediterranean 3,000 years ago shares striking similarities with the Rig Veda, one of the oldest Indian sacred texts. Dan C. Baciu, of the University of California, Santa Barbara, published his comparative analysis on the Preprints.org server. He says that the Hymn to Nikkal, written in Ugarit and the Rig Veda verses shared the same cadence, or repeated melodic or rhythmic units. The researcher used computer-assisted rhythm and melody mapping to draw parallels between the two bodies of work. He wrote in his study that one in five Rig Veda verses ends with the same cadence as the Hymn to Nikkal. What makes it intriguing is that, according to him, the odds of this occurring by accident are less than one in a million. In the one written in the Mediterranean, there are two cadences - one simple and heartbeat-like, and one more intricate. Baciu says that both models are also present in the Rig Veda verses, "with one most frequently ending verses and the other linked closely to the Triṣṭubh meter," according to Baciu. Also Read: Unknown Harappan settlement discovered in Thar desert for the first time Music connected kingdoms, lived on even after civilisations ended While one of them is simpler, the other is complex, and Baciu says this was done deliberately. Besides the shared rhythm, there is also the echoed melodic tendencies, which "ancient commentators on the Rig Veda described as mounting upon accented syllables and falling thereafter." A digital reconstruction revealed how shockingly similar the two pieces were. Baciu's discovery shows that music was shared across different cultures and spread faster than royal decrees and political alliances. In fact, even after the kingdoms vanished, music sustained. Ugarit connected Mesopotamian and Anatolian cultures, and historians say the Mitanni kingdom served as a cultural bridge between Ugarit and India. This Bronze Age state is believed to have acted as the channel through which Vedic traditions and musical forms were exchanged. Also Read: 110 years after Maski inscription, 4,000-year-old human settlement found in Karnataka town Rig Veda musical cadence reached Greek poetry Baciu wrote in his paper, "The Mitanni left us two gifts. One is the earliest evidence of Vedic culture outside India. The other is this hymn, which demonstrates how music was able to unite civilisations." He says that the musical cadence continued to spread, with similar patterns being seen in Greek lyric poetry after hundreds of years. Sappho’s works, pieces of European literature, and the verses of German poet Friedrich Hölderlin in 1801 all carry the same music pattern. Baciu's research shows that music was the first global language, and challenges notions that civilisation existed in isolation.

Rig Veda and its verses, its musical notes and cadence, reached other civilisations and were shared across other Bronze Age cultures. A scientist has found proof that a 3,000-year-old hymn written in the Mediterranean has striking similarities with the Vedic verses.

Scientist finds earliest evidence that Rig Veda verses influenced civilisations outside India

The world's oldest pyramid might not have been built by humans at all. In Gunung Padang, Indonesia, this pyramid was reportedly constructed as far back as 25,000 BC, when even agriculture didn't exist. Another expert pans this theory, saying no one built it, and it was a natural occurrence.

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The Taimara Valley in Jharkhand is the land where time fast forwards by as much as two years. People who have crossed the region between Rampur and Taimara Valley say that the time on their mobile phones automatically shifted forward. The new time is believed to be more than two years ahead of the current time. This region is 30 kilometres from Ranchi and falls on the Ranchi-Jamshedpur Highway, NH-33. Reports suggest that the lights flicker here, and mobile applications stop working altogether. What leads to the time moving forward by two years in Taimara? While people who live in the area are accustomed to the spooky shift, it is a scary occurrence for first-time visitors. However, scientists say there is a perfectly reasonable explanation for it, and it is linked to Taimara Valley's location. Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/sexual-escapade-on-a-cliff-kills-brazilian-couple-as-their-car-rolls-down-1300-feet-1754880805492">Sexual escapade on a cliff kills Brazilian couple as their car rolls down 1,300 feet</a><h2>Messages of time change in Taimara Valley</h2>Several people who have crossed the Taimara Valley say that they get messages about the time change on their phones. The year also changes by itself, moving ahead by one to two years. This spooky phenomenon happens because Taimara is believed to be intersected by the Tropic of Cancer. Some experts say that this has caused the magnetic and radiation field in the region to become extremely strong, causing the phones and other electronic devices to behave erratically. Another cause cited for the powerful magnetic field in Taimara Valley is the presence of a kind of granite stone, which is believed to have magnetic properties. Dr Bacha Ram Jha, Head of the Geology Department of Ranchi University, told News 18 that clocks can change times because of magnetic fields; however, it cannot be said with certainty that this is what is happening in Taimara. Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/on-19-january-2038-we-will-return-137-years-back-in-time-because-of-y2k-like-crisis-1754552664119">Another Y2K? On 19 Jan, 2038, we'll return 137 years back in time if...</a><h2>Ghost of a woman in Taimara Valley</h2>Meanwhile, it is just a rumour as not everyone who has been to the picturesque valley reported the change in time. Many of whom who regularly cross the region say that nothing happens to their clocks and phones. This is not all that Taimara is known for. The valley witnesses several accidents, and locals believe this is because of the ghost of a woman roaming the highway. People say that a woman clad in a white saree walks on the road, forcing people to swerve suddenly, which causes accidents. They have built a temple nearby to avoid such disasters. The story of time moving forward in Taimara remains largely a hearsay with no official confirmation on the happenings.&nbsp;

Taimara Valley in Jharkhand is believed to harbour some kind of energy which causes time to skip ahead by two years. The mobile phone clocks give messages of change in the time zone. However, it is not a confirmed fact and is believed to be something that was passed down by the grapevine.

The Taimara Valley in Jharkhand is the land where time fast forwards by as much as two years. People who have crossed the region between Rampur and Taimara Valley say that the time on their mobile phones automatically shifted forward. The new time is believed to be more than two years ahead of the current time. This region is 30 kilometres from Ranchi and falls on the Ranchi-Jamshedpur Highway, NH-33. Reports suggest that the lights flicker here, and mobile applications stop working altogether. What leads to the time moving forward by two years in Taimara? While people who live in the area are accustomed to the spooky shift, it is a scary occurrence for first-time visitors. However, scientists say there is a perfectly reasonable explanation for it, and it is linked to Taimara Valley's location. Also Read: Sexual escapade on a cliff kills Brazilian couple as their car rolls down 1,300 feet Messages of time change in Taimara Valley Several people who have crossed the Taimara Valley say that they get messages about the time change on their phones. The year also changes by itself, moving ahead by one to two years. This spooky phenomenon happens because Taimara is believed to be intersected by the Tropic of Cancer. Some experts say that this has caused the magnetic and radiation field in the region to become extremely strong, causing the phones and other electronic devices to behave erratically. Another cause cited for the powerful magnetic field in Taimara Valley is the presence of a kind of granite stone, which is believed to have magnetic properties. Dr Bacha Ram Jha, Head of the Geology Department of Ranchi University, told News 18 that clocks can change times because of magnetic fields; however, it cannot be said with certainty that this is what is happening in Taimara. Also Read: Another Y2K? On 19 Jan, 2038, we'll return 137 years back in time if... Ghost of a woman in Taimara Valley Meanwhile, it is just a rumour as not everyone who has been to the picturesque valley reported the change in time. Many of whom who regularly cross the region say that nothing happens to their clocks and phones. This is not all that Taimara is known for. The valley witnesses several accidents, and locals believe this is because of the ghost of a woman roaming the highway. People say that a woman clad in a white saree walks on the road, forcing people to swerve suddenly, which causes accidents. They have built a temple nearby to avoid such disasters. The story of time moving forward in Taimara remains largely a hearsay with no official confirmation on the happenings.

Taimara Valley in Jharkhand is believed to harbour some kind of energy which causes time to move forward by two years. The mobile phone clocks give messages of change in the time zone. However, it is not a confirmed fact and is believed to be something that was passed down by the grapevine.

The mysterious Taimara Valley where time skips ahead by two years, or so some say

The Bible could have been written by multiple people, according to an analysis of the Old Testament. Using artificial intelligence, scientists have discovered various "fingerprints" in the Old Testament text, which suggests that more than one person contributed to it. The ancient religious text is full of stories and parables that are believed to have been written by Moses. Christians and Jews believe that the first five books of the Old Testament, including the most famous stories of Noah's flood and the Ark of the Covenant, were penned by Moses. However, scientists have now used AI to reveal that it does not seem likely that only one person wrote them. An analysis revealed different writing styles and a distinct vocabulary throughout the books. The tone changes over the course of the books, with several stories being repeated, hinting that multiple writers and sources contributed to the Bible. AI was used to analyse 50 chapters across five books, and it threw up various inconsistencies throughout the texts. Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/nasa-discovery-points-to-the-exact-date-jesus-christ-was-likely-crucified-8979096">NASA discovery points to the exact date Jesus Christ was likely crucified</a>&nbsp;<h2>Did the Old Testament have multiple writers?</h2>This is not the first time that the theory of multiple authors has been floated for the Old Testament. The idea was first put forward more than 200 years ago, but at that time, there was no way to cross-check the authenticity of the claims. Besides, it could have triggered religious debate, and hence, the multiple author theory was put in a box. Now, AI has brought back those theories, pushing ahead with the idea that Moses could not have solely written the Old Testament. Thomas Römer, a biblical expert from the Collège de France and co-author of the study, told The Times of Israel, "There are no authors of the Bible in the modern sense. The original versions of the scrolls were continuously reworked and rewritten by redactors who added, altered, and sometimes also omitted parts of the former texts." Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/secret-chamber-in-great-pyramid-of-giza-hiding-jesus-christs-remains-8967250">Jesus Christ's body found? Scientist claims it is lying in a secret chamber under Great Pyramid</a>&nbsp;<h2>Story of Noah's flood was analysed</h2>AI also studied patterns in word usage, word frequency, phrases and sentence structures. The study states that these characteristics carry subtle linguistic “fingerprints” which can reveal how many scribes could have been involved in penning the books. At least nine other biblical sections with disputed authorship were also analysed using AI. This includes Noah's flood, creation theory and the Ark of the Covenant. According to the Bible, the Ark of the Covenant was built by the Israelites after they fled Egypt around the 13th century BC. The Ten Commandments were then placed inside by Moses. The word usage in these chapters was analysed and broken down into three known styles, suggesting multiple authors were involved.&nbsp;Moses is a central character in the 39 books of the Old Testament. It was written over 1000 years, starting roughly around 1400 BC and ending around 400 BC. They talk about the Messiah and his plans for salvation and the redemption of humanity. Several of the books carry passages pointing to Moses as the writer. Exodus 24:4 reads: "Moses wrote down all the words of the Lord". A passage in Deuteronomy 31:9 states, "Moses wrote this law and gave it to the priests..." Moses is often mentioned in the books, which has led Jewish and Christian traditions to assume that he received word from God and wrote the books.&nbsp;

Did the Bible have one author or more than one? Religious beliefs held onto for years stipulate that Moses wrote at least the first five books of the Old Testament. Now, an AI analysis has shown that the texts could have been written by more than one author.  

The Bible could have been written by multiple people, according to an analysis of the Old Testament. Using artificial intelligence, scientists have discovered various "fingerprints" in the Old Testament text, which suggests that more than one person contributed to it. The ancient religious text is full of stories and parables that are believed to have been written by Moses. Christians and Jews believe that the first five books of the Old Testament, including the most famous stories of Noah's flood and the Ark of the Covenant, were penned by Moses. However, scientists have now used AI to reveal that it does not seem likely that only one person wrote them. An analysis revealed different writing styles and a distinct vocabulary throughout the books. The tone changes over the course of the books, with several stories being repeated, hinting that multiple writers and sources contributed to the Bible. AI was used to analyse 50 chapters across five books, and it threw up various inconsistencies throughout the texts. Also Read: NASA discovery points to the exact date Jesus Christ was likely crucified Did the Old Testament have multiple writers? This is not the first time that the theory of multiple authors has been floated for the Old Testament. The idea was first put forward more than 200 years ago, but at that time, there was no way to cross-check the authenticity of the claims. Besides, it could have triggered religious debate, and hence, the multiple author theory was put in a box. Now, AI has brought back those theories, pushing ahead with the idea that Moses could not have solely written the Old Testament. Thomas Römer, a biblical expert from the Collège de France and co-author of the study, told The Times of Israel, "There are no authors of the Bible in the modern sense. The original versions of the scrolls were continuously reworked and rewritten by redactors who added, altered, and sometimes also omitted parts of the former texts." Also Read: Jesus Christ's body found? Scientist claims it is lying in a secret chamber under Great Pyramid Story of Noah's flood was analysed AI also studied patterns in word usage, word frequency, phrases and sentence structures. The study states that these characteristics carry subtle linguistic “fingerprints” which can reveal how many scribes could have been involved in penning the books. At least nine other biblical sections with disputed authorship were also analysed using AI. This includes Noah's flood, creation theory and the Ark of the Covenant. According to the Bible, the Ark of the Covenant was built by the Israelites after they fled Egypt around the 13th century BC. The Ten Commandments were then placed inside by Moses. The word usage in these chapters was analysed and broken down into three known styles, suggesting multiple authors were involved. Moses is a central character in the 39 books of the Old Testament. It was written over 1000 years, starting roughly around 1400 BC and ending around 400 BC. They talk about the Messiah and his plans for salvation and the redemption of humanity. Several of the books carry passages pointing to Moses as the writer. Exodus 24:4 reads: "Moses wrote down all the words of the Lord". A passage in Deuteronomy 31:9 states, "Moses wrote this law and gave it to the priests..." Moses is often mentioned in the books, which has led Jewish and Christian traditions to assume that he received word from God and wrote the books.

Did the Bible have one author or more than one? Religious beliefs held onto for years stipulate that Moses wrote at least the first five books of the Old Testament. Now, an AI analysis has shown that the texts could have been written by more than one author. &nbsp;

Who wrote the Bible? AI uncovers 'fingerprints' that thwart a common belief

Archaeologists have discovered Harappan remains in Jaisalmer near the Pakistan border. This is the first time that artefacts from the 4,500-year-old civilisation have been found in the Thar desert. The items were dug up in Ratadia Ri Deri, and the discovery proves that the Harappa civilisation was not limited to areas previously thought of, and expanded its geographical footprint to the deserts of Rajasthan. The team comprised a researcher from the Department of History and Indian Culture at Rajasthan University, a historian, professors and local contributors. It has submitted its findings to for publication in the Indian Journal of Science and has confirmed that the findings belong to the Harappa civilisation. The artefacts uncovered include different types of handmade pottery, bangles, bricks, stone mills, a furnace and remains of ancient walls. Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/mysterious-symbols-believed-to-be-ancient-warning-from-ancestors-surface-on-hawaii-beach-1753940009753">Mysterious symbols believed to be 'ancient warning from ancestors' surface on Hawaii beach</a>Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/110-years-after-maski-inscription-4-000-year-old-human-settlement-found-in-karnataka-town-1752742129490">110 years after Maski inscription, 4,000-year-old human settlement found in Karnataka town</a><h2>First such discovery in Thar desert</h2>Talking about the discovery, Dilip Kumar Saini of the university said, "This is a significant find in the context of Rajasthan’s desert archaeology." He added that seeing Harappan remains in such a remote, sandy terrain suggests "a previously unknown settlement that endured the harsh conditions of the Thar desert." The team unearthed red and wheat-coloured pottery, bowls, pitchers, cups, and perforated jars at the site. There was also handmade pottery decorated with geometric patterns. One of the artefacts, eight to 10 centimetre-long blades, was made using chert stone, believed to have been sourced from Rohri in present-day Pakistan. Earlier this year, the site in Ratadia Ri Deri threw up some artefacts that appeared to be from the Harappa civilisation. Pradeep Kumar Garg, a local teacher, reported findings to the Save Our Heritage Foundation. A team paid a visit to the area and confirmed the findings. Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/scientists-can-t-figure-out-why-glaciers-in-world-s-most-dangerous-region-karakoram-range-are-growing-1753261712617">Scientists don't know why glaciers in world's most dangerous region are growing</a><h2>Harappan construction style in Jaisalmer</h2>Bangles converted from clay and conch shells were also among the several things found here. Standard rectangular bricks, associated with Harappan urban planning were the clear clue about the civilisation being present in Jaisalmer once upon a time. A furnace structure with a central column was discovered, similar to those found at Kanmer (Gujarat) and Mohenjo-Daro (Pakistan). The walls at the site showed that the people lived in architecturally well-planned houses. Historian Parth Jagani stated that it is a historic finding, considering Harappan footprints had never been found in the deserts of Rajasthan. "This is the first Harappan urban settlement discovered in the desert region between North Rajasthan and Gujarat. Its proximity to the Pakistan border adds another layer of historical significance," he said. &nbsp;

Harappan remains have been discovered in Jaisalmer near the Pakistan border. It is a significant finding since archaeologists say the civilisation had not been previously known to live in the harsh terrain of Rajasthan.

Archaeologists have discovered Harappan remains in Jaisalmer near the Pakistan border. This is the first time that artefacts from the 4,500-year-old civilisation have been found in the Thar desert. The items were dug up in Ratadia Ri Deri, and the discovery proves that the Harappa civilisation was not limited to areas previously thought of, and expanded its geographical footprint to the deserts of Rajasthan. The team comprised a researcher from the Department of History and Indian Culture at Rajasthan University, a historian, professors and local contributors. It has submitted its findings to for publication in the Indian Journal of Science and has confirmed that the findings belong to the Harappa civilisation. The artefacts uncovered include different types of handmade pottery, bangles, bricks, stone mills, a furnace and remains of ancient walls. Also Read: Mysterious symbols believed to be 'ancient warning from ancestors' surface on Hawaii beach Also Read: 110 years after Maski inscription, 4,000-year-old human settlement found in Karnataka town First such discovery in Thar desert Talking about the discovery, Dilip Kumar Saini of the university said, "This is a significant find in the context of Rajasthan’s desert archaeology." He added that seeing Harappan remains in such a remote, sandy terrain suggests "a previously unknown settlement that endured the harsh conditions of the Thar desert." The team unearthed red and wheat-coloured pottery, bowls, pitchers, cups, and perforated jars at the site. There was also handmade pottery decorated with geometric patterns. One of the artefacts, eight to 10 centimetre-long blades, was made using chert stone, believed to have been sourced from Rohri in present-day Pakistan. Earlier this year, the site in Ratadia Ri Deri threw up some artefacts that appeared to be from the Harappa civilisation. Pradeep Kumar Garg, a local teacher, reported findings to the Save Our Heritage Foundation. A team paid a visit to the area and confirmed the findings. Also Read: Scientists don't know why glaciers in world's most dangerous region are growing Harappan construction style in Jaisalmer Bangles converted from clay and conch shells were also among the several things found here. Standard rectangular bricks, associated with Harappan urban planning were the clear clue about the civilisation being present in Jaisalmer once upon a time. A furnace structure with a central column was discovered, similar to those found at Kanmer (Gujarat) and Mohenjo-Daro (Pakistan). The walls at the site showed that the people lived in architecturally well-planned houses. Historian Parth Jagani stated that it is a historic finding, considering Harappan footprints had never been found in the deserts of Rajasthan. "This is the first Harappan urban settlement discovered in the desert region between North Rajasthan and Gujarat. Its proximity to the Pakistan border adds another layer of historical significance," he said.

Harappan remains have been discovered in Jaisalmer near the Pakistan border. It is a significant finding since archaeologists say the civilisation had not been previously known to live in the harsh terrain of Rajasthan.

Unknown Harappan settlement discovered in Thar desert for the first time

Days before the Russian earthquake, ominous signs and symbols from over 1,000 years ago appeared on a Hawaii beach. They had not been seen for a decade, and native Hawaiians say their reemergence from the sea is a sign of things to come. According to them, the series of 26 petroglyphs, dating back to between 1000 and 1400 AD, is an ancient warning. The symbols became visible around July 23 when the tide along the shoreline of Pōkaʻī Bay receded. The signs show human-like stick figures, which are believed to be simple depictions of events that occurred thousands of years ago. But Native Hawaiians say they are a warning from their ancestors about disasters caused by climate change. Mail Online quoted Native Hawaiian cultural practitioner Glen Kila as saying, "It's telling the community that the ocean is rising." The 26 carvings made on rock surfaces appeared on the island of Oahu. This is the first time since 2016 that all of them are fully visible. The ancient warning signs showed up seven days before a massive earthquake struck Russia. It triggered a tsunami warning for Hawaii, as well. Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/russia-earthquake-fake-old-and-unrelated-videos-have-spread-on-social-media-1753848738021">Russia earthquake: No, the tsunami has not left Beluga Whales stranded</a><h2>Ocean water washes away sand and moss from the rock carvings in Hawaii</h2>These symbols are normally covered with sand and moss. But every year between May and November, the ocean water clears the rocks, revealing some of the ancient symbols. Eighteen of them are simple stick figures showcasing human-like forms. Eight of them supposedly show male genitalia. The entire collection stretches about 115 feet. Tourists can clearly see the symbols during low tide. Scientists are still not clear about what these symbols mean. They could be linked to certain historical and spiritual events. The date of creation is also not fully known. Kila says the petroglyphs were likely created by an early Polynesian settlement in Waianae over 1,000 years ago. However, Laura Gilda, an archaeologist, thinks they are only 600 years old. Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/hawaii-tsunami-warning-cruise-ships-leave-nearly-600-passengers-behind-following-russia-earthquake-1753873614284">Hawaii tsunami warning: Cruise ships sail off leaving 600 passengers behind following 8.7 magnitude Russia earthquake</a><h2>Ancient symbols on Hawaii beach a warning sign?</h2>Kila thinks the figures are telling a religious or ceremonial story. She decoded the largest petroglyph figure that shows one hand with fingers raised and the other pointing down, based on the teachings of native Hawaiians. She told Associated Press that this symbol depicts the rising and setting of the sun. It could be "an interpretation of Maui, the demigod, Maui," Kila told AP in 2017. Meanwhile, people can't help but link the reappearance of these figures with the earthquake that struck the Kamchatka Peninsula on Wednesday (30 July). The tremors shook the Pacific and sent tsunami waves to Japan, Hawaii and the Russian coast. Meanwhile, Native Hawaiians believe this could be a warning sign that more natural disasters are coming.

Twenty-six ancient symbols along the shoreline of Pōkaʻī Bay on the island of Oahu have reappeared after nearly 10 years. Native Hawaiians believe they are a warning sign from their ancestors about natural disasters due to rising oceans. 

Days before the Russian earthquake, ominous signs and symbols from over 1,000 years ago appeared on a Hawaii beach. They had not been seen for a decade, and native Hawaiians say their reemergence from the sea is a sign of things to come. According to them, the series of 26 petroglyphs, dating back to between 1000 and 1400 AD, is an ancient warning. The symbols became visible around July 23 when the tide along the shoreline of Pōkaʻī Bay receded. The signs show human-like stick figures, which are believed to be simple depictions of events that occurred thousands of years ago. But Native Hawaiians say they are a warning from their ancestors about disasters caused by climate change. Mail Online quoted Native Hawaiian cultural practitioner Glen Kila as saying, "It's telling the community that the ocean is rising." The 26 carvings made on rock surfaces appeared on the island of Oahu. This is the first time since 2016 that all of them are fully visible. The ancient warning signs showed up seven days before a massive earthquake struck Russia. It triggered a tsunami warning for Hawaii, as well. Also Read: Russia earthquake: No, the tsunami has not left Beluga Whales stranded Ocean water washes away sand and moss from the rock carvings in Hawaii These symbols are normally covered with sand and moss. But every year between May and November, the ocean water clears the rocks, revealing some of the ancient symbols. Eighteen of them are simple stick figures showcasing human-like forms. Eight of them supposedly show male genitalia. The entire collection stretches about 115 feet. Tourists can clearly see the symbols during low tide. Scientists are still not clear about what these symbols mean. They could be linked to certain historical and spiritual events. The date of creation is also not fully known. Kila says the petroglyphs were likely created by an early Polynesian settlement in Waianae over 1,000 years ago. However, Laura Gilda, an archaeologist, thinks they are only 600 years old. Also Read: Hawaii tsunami warning: Cruise ships sail off leaving 600 passengers behind following 8.7 magnitude Russia earthquake Ancient symbols on Hawaii beach a warning sign? Kila thinks the figures are telling a religious or ceremonial story. She decoded the largest petroglyph figure that shows one hand with fingers raised and the other pointing down, based on the teachings of native Hawaiians. She told Associated Press that this symbol depicts the rising and setting of the sun. It could be "an interpretation of Maui, the demigod, Maui," Kila told AP in 2017. Meanwhile, people can't help but link the reappearance of these figures with the earthquake that struck the Kamchatka Peninsula on Wednesday (30 July). The tremors shook the Pacific and sent tsunami waves to Japan, Hawaii and the Russian coast. Meanwhile, Native Hawaiians believe this could be a warning sign that more natural disasters are coming.

Twenty-six ancient symbols along the shoreline of Pōkaʻī Bay on the island of Oahu have reappeared after nearly 10 years. Native Hawaiians believe they are a warning sign from their ancestors about natural disasters due to rising oceans.&nbsp;

Mysterious symbols believed to be 'ancient warning from ancestors' surface on Hawaii beach

Leonardo da Vinci was not just a painter. He was also a sculptor, an architect, and even an engineer and a scientist. In fact, one of his scientific sketches hides the secret to better drones. Da Vinci made drawings of machines that didn't exist at the time and were only invented years later. His innovative ideas included vehicles that could fly, go underwater and some amazing weapons. A team of scientists has uncovered that they are not merely sketches but offer a lot more for today's modern machines. IFLScience reported that a new paper by the Department of Mechanical Engineering at Johns Hopkins University states that a sketch of a flying machine made by da Vinci in the 15th century holds clues to creating quieter drones that are more efficient. It features an aerial singular corkscrew propeller, which needed to be spun by men at its base, resulting in it taking off. The authors of the study wrote, “Leonardo da Vinci’s aerial screw, conceived in the 15th century, represents one of the earliest conceptualisations of lift-generating rotary flight." Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/scientist-flags-a-clue-found-in-ancient-egyptian-mine-that-hints-the-bible-and-moses-were-real-1753779129484">Scientist flags a clue in ancient Egyptian mine that hints the Bible was true and Moses was real</a><h2>Noisy drones can't be used in populated areas</h2>The researchers say little attention has been paid to this design by da Vinci, which can be applied to machines made today. They specifically point to "the aerodynamic and aeroacoustic performance of this rotor". The latter can be used to make better drones, and can let them enter fields where they have yet to make a mark. The researchers say that one of the reasons drones are now widely used in populated areas is the noise they make. PhD student Suryansh Prakhar, one of the authors of the paper, told the publication, “While food and parcel delivery using drones is growing, the aeroacoustic noise remains one of the issues preventing it." He says da Vinci's design can be used to remove this problem. Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/fungus-in-king-tutankhamun-tomb-killed-dozens-it-could-now-cure-cancer-1753769192315">Fungus in King Tutankhamun’s tomb killed dozens. It could now cure cancer</a>Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/leonardo-da-vinci-painting-secret-tunnels-italian-castle-1748314075573">Secret tunnels seen only in Leonardo da Vinci's painting have been discovered under an ancient Italian castle</a> &nbsp;<h2>Da Vinci's aircraft design can make drones quieter</h2>The Johns Hopkins team created a modernised simulation of da Vinci's aerial screw design and analysed the aerodynamic forces and acoustic emissions "across a range of Reynolds numbers". Upon comparing their data with the two-bladed rotor that is used to make modern drones, the researchers noticed that even though Leonardo’s aerial screw "has a lower lift coefficient" as compared to the traditional design, the aerial screw works with much less mechanical power, and the acoustic intensity for the same net lift is significantly lower. This is because of "the screw’s large wetted area and lower rotational speed", they added. However, da Vinci's design has not been found optimal when it comes to real-world performance. The paper authors state that the design highlights "the potential benefits of unconventional rotor geometries for noise-sensitive applications." However, they don't advise changing all two-blade rotor drones to match Da Vinci's design.&nbsp; &nbsp;

Leonardo da Vinci sketched several machines that did not even exist during the 15th century. One of them is a helicopter design showing how men can spin the rotors to fly the machine. Scientists have found that his design can significantly improve modern drones.

Leonardo da Vinci was not just a painter. He was also a sculptor, an architect, and even an engineer and a scientist. In fact, one of his scientific sketches hides the secret to better drones. Da Vinci made drawings of machines that didn't exist at the time and were only invented years later. His innovative ideas included vehicles that could fly, go underwater and some amazing weapons. A team of scientists has uncovered that they are not merely sketches but offer a lot more for today's modern machines. IFLScience reported that a new paper by the Department of Mechanical Engineering at Johns Hopkins University states that a sketch of a flying machine made by da Vinci in the 15th century holds clues to creating quieter drones that are more efficient. It features an aerial singular corkscrew propeller, which needed to be spun by men at its base, resulting in it taking off. The authors of the study wrote, “Leonardo da Vinci’s aerial screw, conceived in the 15th century, represents one of the earliest conceptualisations of lift-generating rotary flight." Also Read: Scientist flags a clue in ancient Egyptian mine that hints the Bible was true and Moses was real Noisy drones can't be used in populated areas The researchers say little attention has been paid to this design by da Vinci, which can be applied to machines made today. They specifically point to "the aerodynamic and aeroacoustic performance of this rotor". The latter can be used to make better drones, and can let them enter fields where they have yet to make a mark. The researchers say that one of the reasons drones are now widely used in populated areas is the noise they make. PhD student Suryansh Prakhar, one of the authors of the paper, told the publication, “While food and parcel delivery using drones is growing, the aeroacoustic noise remains one of the issues preventing it." He says da Vinci's design can be used to remove this problem. Also Read: Fungus in King Tutankhamun’s tomb killed dozens. It could now cure cancer Also Read: Secret tunnels seen only in Leonardo da Vinci's painting have been discovered under an ancient Italian castle Da Vinci's aircraft design can make drones quieter The Johns Hopkins team created a modernised simulation of da Vinci's aerial screw design and analysed the aerodynamic forces and acoustic emissions "across a range of Reynolds numbers". Upon comparing their data with the two-bladed rotor that is used to make modern drones, the researchers noticed that even though Leonardo’s aerial screw "has a lower lift coefficient" as compared to the traditional design, the aerial screw works with much less mechanical power, and the acoustic intensity for the same net lift is significantly lower. This is because of "the screw’s large wetted area and lower rotational speed", they added. However, da Vinci's design has not been found optimal when it comes to real-world performance. The paper authors state that the design highlights "the potential benefits of unconventional rotor geometries for noise-sensitive applications." However, they don't advise changing all two-blade rotor drones to match Da Vinci's design.

Leonardo da Vinci sketched several machines that didn't even exist during the 15th century. One of them is a helicopter design showing how men can spin the rotors to fly the machine. Scientists have found that his design can significantly improve modern drones.

500-year-old Leonardo da Vinci sketch of a flying machine can solve a major drone issue

A researcher who has spent eight years studying an inscription found at Serabit el-Khadim in Egypt's Sinai Peninsula has claimed that the words could mean "zot m'Moshe," Hebrew for "This is from Moses." This particular place is an ancient Egyptian mine, and if it does mean what Bar-Ron, the expert, says it does, it could prove that the Book of Exodus is true and that Moses was a real person. This inscription is part of a collection of over two dozen Proto-Sinaitic texts that were seen for the first time in the early 1900s. Scientists believe that these writings were etched by Semitic-speaking workers in the late 12th Dynasty, around 1800 BC. Bar-Ron studied high-resolution images and 3D scans of the texts, Mail Online reported. His analysis led him to conclude that they are linked to a figure named Moses, either by someone who dedicated it to him or could have been etched by Moses himself. He is a prominent figure in the Bible. According to the religious text, Moses is the one whom God gave the Ten Commandments on Mount Sinai. He says that his findings hint at the presence of religious tensions in the region years ago. One of the examples is the reference to "El," a deity that finds mention in early Israelite worship. There are also signs of the Egyptian goddess Hathor's name being defaced. Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/fungus-in-king-tutankhamun-tomb-killed-dozens-it-could-now-cure-cancer-1753769192315">Fungus in King Tutankhamun’s tomb killed dozens. It could now cure cancer</a><h2>Experts warn this could lead to misinterpretation of history</h2>Bar-Ron has a supporter in his academic advisor, Dr Pieter van der Veen, who also confirmed that it does say "This is from Moses." He said, "You're absolutely correct, I read this as well, it is not imagined!" However, other experts do not agree with Bar-Ron and his interpretation of the inscription. They argue that even though Proto-Sinaitic is the earliest known alphabet, its characters are extremely hard to decipher. One of them has warned that such decoding of inscriptions can twist facts and present a wrong picture of history. Dr Thomas Schneider, Egyptologist and professor at the University of British Columbia, says the Moses claims are "unproven and misleading." The ancient turquoise mines carry inscriptions dating to the reign of Pharaoh Amenemhat III. Bar-Ron analysed 22 of them. Some experts believe that Pharaoh Amenemhat III is the pharaoh mentioned in the Book of Exodus, the second book of the Bible. The book is the first part of the tale about the origin myth of the Israelites, according to which they stopped being slaves in Biblical Egypt with the help of the deity Yahweh. Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/scientists-find-gruesome-evidence-that-proves-ancient-humans-ate-children-850-000-years-ago-1753531570382">Scientists find gruesome evidence that proves ancient humans ate children 850,000 years ago</a><h2>Signs of religious tensions</h2>The 3D scans and images were studied at Harvard's Semitic Museum. Bar-Ron grouped the inscriptions into five categories, including dedications to the goddess Baʿalat. Then there are signs of defacement as some carvings etched in honour of Baʿalat appeared to have been scratched over by El-worshippers. Another sign of rebellion against Egyptian authority is the burned Ba'alat temple, built by Amenemhat III, and references to the Gate of the Accursed One," seemingly a nod to Pharaoh's gate. Then there is also a second possible reference to "Moshe," or Moses, in other carvings, Bar-Ron told Patterns of Evidence.&nbsp;

Inscriptions found in an ancient Egyptian mine dating to around 1800 BC are possibly proof that Moses was a real person, and that everything in the Book of Exodus is true. While one scientist says it carries a reference to Moses, others say that it is not possible. 

A researcher who has spent eight years studying an inscription found at Serabit el-Khadim in Egypt's Sinai Peninsula has claimed that the words could mean "zot m'Moshe," Hebrew for "This is from Moses." This particular place is an ancient Egyptian mine, and if it does mean what Bar-Ron, the expert, says it does, it could prove that the Book of Exodus is true and that Moses was a real person. This inscription is part of a collection of over two dozen Proto-Sinaitic texts that were seen for the first time in the early 1900s. Scientists believe that these writings were etched by Semitic-speaking workers in the late 12th Dynasty, around 1800 BC. Bar-Ron studied high-resolution images and 3D scans of the texts, Mail Online reported. His analysis led him to conclude that they are linked to a figure named Moses, either by someone who dedicated it to him or could have been etched by Moses himself. He is a prominent figure in the Bible. According to the religious text, Moses is the one whom God gave the Ten Commandments on Mount Sinai. He says that his findings hint at the presence of religious tensions in the region years ago. One of the examples is the reference to "El," a deity that finds mention in early Israelite worship. There are also signs of the Egyptian goddess Hathor's name being defaced. Also Read: Fungus in King Tutankhamun’s tomb killed dozens. It could now cure cancer Experts warn this could lead to misinterpretation of history Bar-Ron has a supporter in his academic advisor, Dr Pieter van der Veen, who also confirmed that it does say "This is from Moses." He said, "You're absolutely correct, I read this as well, it is not imagined!" However, other experts do not agree with Bar-Ron and his interpretation of the inscription. They argue that even though Proto-Sinaitic is the earliest known alphabet, its characters are extremely hard to decipher. One of them has warned that such decoding of inscriptions can twist facts and present a wrong picture of history. Dr Thomas Schneider, Egyptologist and professor at the University of British Columbia, says the Moses claims are "unproven and misleading." The ancient turquoise mines carry inscriptions dating to the reign of Pharaoh Amenemhat III. Bar-Ron analysed 22 of them. Some experts believe that Pharaoh Amenemhat III is the pharaoh mentioned in the Book of Exodus, the second book of the Bible. The book is the first part of the tale about the origin myth of the Israelites, according to which they stopped being slaves in Biblical Egypt with the help of the deity Yahweh. Also Read: Scientists find gruesome evidence that proves ancient humans ate children 850,000 years ago Signs of religious tensions The 3D scans and images were studied at Harvard's Semitic Museum. Bar-Ron grouped the inscriptions into five categories, including dedications to the goddess Baʿalat. Then there are signs of defacement as some carvings etched in honour of Baʿalat appeared to have been scratched over by El-worshippers. Another sign of rebellion against Egyptian authority is the burned Ba'alat temple, built by Amenemhat III, and references to the Gate of the Accursed One," seemingly a nod to Pharaoh's gate. Then there is also a second possible reference to "Moshe," or Moses, in other carvings, Bar-Ron told Patterns of Evidence.

Inscriptions found in an ancient Egyptian mine dating to around 1800 BC are possibly proof that Moses was a real person, and that everything in the Book of Exodus is true. While one scientist says it carries a reference to Moses, others say that it isn't possible.&nbsp;

Scientist flags a clue in ancient Egyptian mine that hints the Bible was true and Moses was real

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Scientist flags a clue found in a mine that hints the Bible and Moses were real