Poisoned arrows or darts have long been used by cultures all over the world for hunting or warfare. For example, […]
Category: Archeology
Research roundup: 6 cool science stories we almost missed
Also: the science of regular vs. gluten-free spaghetti, catching high-speed snake bites in action, etc. Karnak Temple, Luxor, Egypt. Credit: […]
Betel nuts have been giving people a buzz for over 4,000 years
Ancient rituals and customs often leave behind obvious archaeological evidence. From the impeccably preserved mummies of Egypt to psychoactive substance […]
Only elites used hallucinogens in ancient Andes society
Skip to content Snuff tubes and spoons unearthed at Chavín de Huántar in Peru had traces of vilca and nicotine. […]
DNA links modern pueblo dwellers to Chaco Canyon people
A thousand years ago, the people living in Chaco Canyon were building massive structures of intricate masonry and locations as […]