Ancient potters in Syria were child laborers
In ancient times in Syria kids were the potters
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Groundbreaking drug for schizophrenia has roots in ancient Egyptian medicine
The approval of this new drug for schizophrenia an example of what molecular pharmacologist Andrew Tobin calls “an emerging golden age of muscarinic drug development”.
The Masada siege lasted weeks, not the legendary years say archeologists
The Dead Sea fortress of Masada may have been seized by the Romans in weeks rather than years.
Is eating honeycomb good for you?
This review of existing studies on eating beeswax or honeycomb showed an antimicrobic effect of beeswax against Staphylococcus aureus, Salmonella enterica, Candida albicans and Aspergillus niger: "these inhibitory effects are enhanced synergistically with other natural products such as honey or olive oil."
Did Vikings have dentists?
A new study on ancient Viking teeth showed that they modified their teeth for status and possibly beauty. There are signs of advanced dentistry, after scientists study X-rays of Viking teeth
Balanced rain for foraging walks in Israel
Israel Is Both Sick and Healthy - In the midst of a tragic war, this winter's rains are remarkably balanced.
David Popa’s art at Hegra disappears into the sand
Take a moment to behold a marvel destined to vanish from sight—an ephemeral masterpiece unveiled amidst the boundless expanse of the Saudi desert, nestled within the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Hegra in AlUla. A paid of hands that fade back into the sand.
Essay on pleasure revealed in ancient scroll
AI deciphers the text of 2,000-year-old charred papyrus scripts, unveiling musings on music and capers.
A Return to Zion period coin found with a rare shekel weight in the Judean Hills
An extremely rare 2,550 tear old coin discovered in the Judean Hills from a Return to Zion period when 50,000 exiled Jews returned to Israel from Persian empire.
Embracing Eco-Architecture: Lessons from Sarvestan Palace and Iranian Indigenous Structures
Sarvestan Palace, standing resilient after centuries of exposure to the elements, serves as a beacon of inspiration for those interested in designing structures with longevity.
From all-women fisheries in Korea and walnut cultivators in Iran: meet age-old food farmers and fishers
A pasture system in Andorra, hay milk in Austria, areas growing chestnuts, white ginger and waxberries in China, flood-spreading gardens and a walnut cultivating region in Iran and an all-female fishery in the Republic of Korea –– these are all among the latest agricultural systems to be recognized by a UN group aiming to preserve […]
Magic and Islam
Muslims used stones for warding off the evil eye. A pile of unusual magical objects was uncovered in Israel and believed to be used by sorcerers helping pilgrims on their way to Mecca in Saudi Arabia.
The wild wheat of Avigail’s Bread in Jaffa
In the the beautiful city of Jaffa resides a fabulous bakery home to a variety of incredible bread. Avigail’s Breads is a sustainable bakery that produces fresh loaves everyday and challah on Fridays.
Swimmer finds ancient Roman treasure off Israel’s coast
Ancient marble treasure found under the sea closes questions about how Roman structures were built in the Near East.
Digging into DNA finds Swahili origins are Persian
Genomes uncovered from centuries-old East African towns revise conclusions of colonial science.