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12,000-Year-Old Southeast Asian Mummies Predate Egyptian Mummification
Researchers have discovered 12,000-year-old smoked mummies in Southeast Asia, predating Egyptian mummification and challenging previous assumptions about the practice's origins and geographic limitations.
12,000-Year-Old Southeast Asian Mummies Predate Egyptian Mummification
Researchers have discovered 12,000-year-old smoked mummies in Southeast Asia, predating Egyptian mummification and challenging previous assumptions about the practice's origins and geographic limitations.
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France Repatriates Sakalava Skulls to Madagascar
France returned three Sakalava skulls, including that of King Toera, to Madagascar on Tuesday, marking the first use of a 2023 law allowing repatriation for burial. The skulls, held in a French museum since at least 1897, are being reburied in Menabe, Madagascar, following a repatriation ceremony.
France Repatriates Sakalava Skulls to Madagascar
France returned three Sakalava skulls, including that of King Toera, to Madagascar on Tuesday, marking the first use of a 2023 law allowing repatriation for burial. The skulls, held in a French museum since at least 1897, are being reburied in Menabe, Madagascar, following a repatriation ceremony.
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40% Bias Score
Indian Man Arrested for Perjury After Alleging Hundreds of Buried Bodies
A man in India who alleged he buried hundreds of bodies of raped and murdered women in Dharmasthala, Karnataka, has been arrested for perjury; a subsequent investigation found human remains at two sites he identified, which are now undergoing forensic testing.
Indian Man Arrested for Perjury After Alleging Hundreds of Buried Bodies
A man in India who alleged he buried hundreds of bodies of raped and murdered women in Dharmasthala, Karnataka, has been arrested for perjury; a subsequent investigation found human remains at two sites he identified, which are now undergoing forensic testing.
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Skeletal Remains of Missing Teenager Found in Buenos Aires After 41 Years
The skeletal remains of Diego Fernández, a teenager missing since 1984, were discovered in Buenos Aires during construction, leading to a murder investigation despite potential statute of limitations challenges.
Skeletal Remains of Missing Teenager Found in Buenos Aires After 41 Years
The skeletal remains of Diego Fernández, a teenager missing since 1984, were discovered in Buenos Aires during construction, leading to a murder investigation despite potential statute of limitations challenges.
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24% Bias Score
56-Year-Old Cold Case Possibly Solved After Sonar Discovery in Mississippi River
Minnesota fishermen discovered a car containing human remains in the Mississippi River using sonar; authorities believe the remains belong to Roy Benn, missing since 1967, based on the vehicle identification number and other evidence.
56-Year-Old Cold Case Possibly Solved After Sonar Discovery in Mississippi River
Minnesota fishermen discovered a car containing human remains in the Mississippi River using sonar; authorities believe the remains belong to Roy Benn, missing since 1967, based on the vehicle identification number and other evidence.
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4% Bias Score
Mass Grave of Red Army Soldiers Discovered in Belarus
A mass grave of 61 Red Army soldiers and one commander, killed in late June 1941 during an attempted breakout from encirclement near Deryachin, Belarus, was discovered on August 5-6, 2024, including a soldier from Sukhoy Log, Sverdlovsk Oblast, identified by his recovered medal.
Mass Grave of Red Army Soldiers Discovered in Belarus
A mass grave of 61 Red Army soldiers and one commander, killed in late June 1941 during an attempted breakout from encirclement near Deryachin, Belarus, was discovered on August 5-6, 2024, including a soldier from Sukhoy Log, Sverdlovsk Oblast, identified by his recovered medal.
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Discarded Cremated Remains Found in Nevada Desert
Cremated human remains were discovered near Searchlight, Nevada, prompting an investigation by the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) into their origin, raising concerns about potential improper disposal practices.
Discarded Cremated Remains Found in Nevada Desert
Cremated human remains were discovered near Searchlight, Nevada, prompting an investigation by the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) into their origin, raising concerns about potential improper disposal practices.
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France Returns Skulls to Madagascar, Addressing Colonial Past
France returned three skulls, including one believed to be that of King Toera, to Madagascar 128 years after they were taken as war trophies following a massacre by French troops in 1897; this follows France's apology for its colonial past and implements a new law aiming to return more human remains...
France Returns Skulls to Madagascar, Addressing Colonial Past
France returned three skulls, including one believed to be that of King Toera, to Madagascar 128 years after they were taken as war trophies following a massacre by French troops in 1897; this follows France's apology for its colonial past and implements a new law aiming to return more human remains...
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Possible Children's Remains Found During Lancashire House Renovation
Human remains, possibly of children, were found during a house renovation in Lytham, Lancashire on August 15th; police believe it's an isolated historical burial, not suspicious.
Possible Children's Remains Found During Lancashire House Renovation
Human remains, possibly of children, were found during a house renovation in Lytham, Lancashire on August 15th; police believe it's an isolated historical burial, not suspicious.
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56-Year-Old Cold Case Potentially Solved After Car With Remains Found in Mississippi River
Minnesota fishermen's sonar discovery led to the recovery of a 1963 Buick from the Mississippi River containing human remains believed to be Roy Benn, missing since September 1967; the well-preserved vehicle's VIN and recovered items strongly suggest a case closure after decades of investigation.
56-Year-Old Cold Case Potentially Solved After Car With Remains Found in Mississippi River
Minnesota fishermen's sonar discovery led to the recovery of a 1963 Buick from the Mississippi River containing human remains believed to be Roy Benn, missing since September 1967; the well-preserved vehicle's VIN and recovered items strongly suggest a case closure after decades of investigation.
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Remains of Antarctic Researcher Found After 66 Years
After 66 years, the remains of British Antarctic researcher Dennis Bell, who fell into a crevasse in 1959, were recovered by a Polish team from a melting glacier on King George Island, with DNA confirming his identity and bringing closure to his family.
Remains of Antarctic Researcher Found After 66 Years
After 66 years, the remains of British Antarctic researcher Dennis Bell, who fell into a crevasse in 1959, were recovered by a Polish team from a melting glacier on King George Island, with DNA confirming his identity and bringing closure to his family.
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Ethical Concerns Rise Over Museum Display of Human Remains
A visit to the British Museum's Egyptian mummies exhibit prompted reflection on the ethical implications of displaying human remains in museums, highlighting evolving societal views and calls for repatriation, particularly given the popularity of selfies with the deceased.
Ethical Concerns Rise Over Museum Display of Human Remains
A visit to the British Museum's Egyptian mummies exhibit prompted reflection on the ethical implications of displaying human remains in museums, highlighting evolving societal views and calls for repatriation, particularly given the popularity of selfies with the deceased.
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52% Bias Score
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