stone age
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Skull From Czech Cave May Contain Oldest Modern Human Genome
A genome sequenced from a modern human skull has been dated at approximately 45,000 years old, making it the oldest discovery of its kind. It’s a significant archaeological discovery, but the use of an unconventional dating method leaves the result in doubt. In a related study, scientists also show that intermixing between Neanderthals and humans…
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Stone Tools Suggest Supervolcano Eruption Didn’t Decimate Humanity 74,000 Years Ago
Humans may have continued to thrive in spite of a supervolcano eruption 74,000 years ago, according to a new study. The finding could have important implications for our understanding of human history.
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Going To The Caveman Dentist Was Probably A Nightmare
If you think your experience with the dentist is scary, just think about how bad the caveman dentist’s office would have been. There’d be no painkillers, no drills, and the fillings would be made from tar and plant fibres. And god, what would the awkward small talk be like?
