The Ancient Origins News Desk

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At Ancient Origins we believe that one of the most important fields of knowledge we can pursue as human beings is our beginnings. And while some people may seem content with the story as it stands, ou... more

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February 17, 2026 How Londoners Used Death Statistics to Survive the Plague of 1665 | Ancient Origins
New research shows how Londoners used Bills of Mortality death statistics to survive the 1665 plague, revealing early data-driven public health and government power.
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8min
February 17, 2026 Why Bodh Gaya is Considered the Navel of the Earth | Ancient Origins
Bodh Gaya's temple is one of the wonders of ancient Indian architecture, where the spiritual life of the Buddha is commemorated and revered by devotees worldwide.
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5min
February 17, 2026 1000-Year-Old Crusader Hospital Unveiled in Jerusalem | Ancient Origins
Thirteen years after excavation work quietly began, the Israel Antiquities Authority (IAA) have just announced the fi
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3min
February 16, 2026 New Study Finds Dinosaur Fossils Did Not Inspire the Mythological Griffin | Ancient Origins
New study finds no evidence supporting the theory that dinosaur fossils inspired the mythological griffin, favoring traditional interpretations instead.
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7min
February 16, 2026 Mystery of Cone-Shaped Vessels May Be Solved | Ancient Origins
Study of Chalcolithic “cornets” from Teleilat Ghassul suggests the cone vessels were beeswax lamps used in ritual vigils and processions.
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5min
February 16, 2026 Scottish Clan Has a First New Chief Since 1681 | Ancient Origins
The Scottish Buchannan clan has crowned its first chief since the 17th century, and he has promised to restore its ancient traditions.
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7min
February 16, 2026 Alleged ‘Cat Burglar’ Nabbed After Egyptian Artifact Robbery | Ancient Origins
Queensland police recovered stolen Egyptian artefacts from the Abbey Museum after a window-smash break-in, arresting a suspect and returning a 2,600-year-old cat figure.
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5min
February 15, 2026 Spectacular New Frescoes Uncovered in Pompeii | Ancient Origins
A dining room adorned with frescoes depicting scenes of heroes and characters from the Trojan war has been excavated in Pompeii, thrilling the researchers.
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6min
February 15, 2026 Satanic Panic Freezes Sale of Witches' Prison | Ancient Origins
Once a prison for people (mostly women) accused of witchcraft, what is held to be Britain’s most haunted house is up for sale - again.
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6min
February 15, 2026 Bones Reveal Story of Three African Slaves During Spanish Colonialism | Ancient Origins
Scientists tell the story of three 16th century African slaves identified from a mass burial site in Mexico City.
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5min

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