Polish archaeologists discover traces of copper processing in Oman dig
Polish archaeologists working in Oman have discovered traces of long-term copper ore processing activity, stone tools and parts of copper smelting furnaces. Research in this region will continue in December, the Polish Centre of Mediterranean Archaeology of the University of Warsaw reports.
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Biodiversity changes in Asia are far-reaching and often beyond control
In Southeast Asia, population growth and the demand for agricultural land are causing significant changes in biodiversity, resulting in an increasing epidemiological risk. This risk concerns viruses such as coronaviruses, bird flu virus, MERS, USUTU, Zika, dengue and malaria, says Dr. Aneta Afelt from the University of Warsaw.
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Weapons of barbarian tribes from Roman times discovered near Hrubieszów
Iron spearheads, two battle axes and a wood-cutting axe are among the items discovered near Hrubieszów by treasure hunters. The weapons most likely come from Roman times and were used by warriors from barbarian tribes.
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Buddha of Berenike in top 10 exciting discoveries of 2023
A statue of Buddha, discovered by a Polish-American archaeological expedition in Berenike on the Red Sea, is among the 10 most exciting discoveries of 2023. The Polish Centre of Mediterranean Archaeology at the University of Warsaw informed about the list published by the American Society of Overseas Research.
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Medieval fabrics reveal details of life in Old Dongola
The people of Old Dongola (Sudan) recycled clothes because they knew that producing fabrics was very expensive and time-consuming. They dyed their clothes sparingly, but they especially liked the colour blue, which not only looked nice, but was also believed to protect against evil.
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Lost in translation? European Parliament interpreters ‘smooth out’ controversial statements
Interpreters working in the European Parliament tend to smooth out controversial (for example, racist or sexist) statements of politicians, says Dr. Magdalena Bartłomiejczyk, a professor at the University of Silesia.
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Migrations are not getting more intense but Poland is among new destinations
Migrations are a natural phenomenon and the impression that they are particularly intense today is wrong. However, the directions of migration are changing, and Poland has been among the new ones for several years.
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Polish archaeologists in Peru find 22 mummified children wrapped in bundles
Polish and Peruvian scientists working in the Peruvian town of Barranca have discovered mummified burials of 22 people, mostly young children and newborn babies. In addition to the fabrics used to wrap the bodies, the researchers also found pottery, tools, and food remains.
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The KATOPOLIS show opens the European City of Science Katowice 2024
The music and acting show KATOPOLIS marked the official opening of the European City of Science Katowice 2024 last weekend. The title, given by EuroScience in cooperation with the European Commission, was awarded to a city from Central and Eastern Europe for the first time in history.
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Polish discovery in Sudan in Top 10 archaeological discoveries of 2023
The discovery of paintings in Old Dongola (Sudan) by an expedition from the University of Warsaw is among the ten most important achievements in archaeology in 2023, selected by the prestigious American journal Archaeology.
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