Evolutionary significance and revisiting the appearance of Lucy
In 1974, in the remote badlands of Hadar, Ethiopia, an American paleoanthropologist Donald Johanson and a graduate student, Tom Gray made a groundbreaking discovery: the fossilized remains of an early…
France’s legendary sword, Durandal mysteriously disappears
The famous Durandal sword, which had been stuck in a rock in the French village of Rocamadour for 1,300 years, has mysteriously disappeared. This sword is similar to the legendary…
Ancient Pearl City Unearthed in UAE Reveals Rich Historical Legacy
In a remarkable archaeological breakthrough, researchers have uncovered what could be the long-lost ancient city of Tu’am, famed for its pearl industry, on Siniyah Island off the coast of the…
Young Professionals in Heritage : Q&A with Sandesh Awdan
Welcome to our exclusive interview series, Young Professionals in Heritage, where we delve into the vibrant world of young heritage professionals. This series shines a spotlight on the dynamic individuals…
500-year-old stolen bronze statue soon to be returned by the Oxford University
The bronze statue of Saint Tirumankai Alvar was acquired by the Ashmolean Museum at the University of Oxford in 1967 and will soon be returned to India. The museum said…
Mumbai’s Trams: A Glorious Ride Through History
In the bustling cityscape of Mumbai, the iconic trams once roamed the streets, carrying passengers across the burgeoning metropolis. These trams were not just a mode of transport; they were…
Saudi Arabia’s Sheybarah Island and the Stromatolites That Tell Earth’s Story
In a remarkable intersection of ancient biology and modern environmental stewardship, Saudi Arabia’s Sheybarah Island has unveiled one of nature’s oldest and most fascinating secrets: stromatolites. These “living rocks,” formed…
World’s oldest wine found buried in a tomb in Spain
Archaeologists have unearthed an urn containing a reddish liquid in a family mausoleum dating to the 1st century AD in the Carmona necropolis in Seville. An archaeochemical analysis has identified…
Floating Glass museum exhibit designed to highlight climate change
Luca Curci Architects have revealed the design of their latest project, a floating glass museum. The museum is conceptualised to blur the boundaries between art and nature, whilst using water…
Hampi’s heritage at risk due to funding woes
The 57 centrally protected monuments in Hampi are in need of Rs 25 crores in funding to prevent further deterioration. However, over the last five years, the Archaeological Survey of…