Scientists discover extraterrestrial relics in the first samples from moon's mysterious far side

Scientists have uncovered a mysterious relic from an area of the moon that has never been explored by humans until now.

New Research Challenges Long-Held Assumptions About the Origins of Mesopotamian Civilization

New research uncovers how ancient tides shaped the rise of Sumer. A newly released study questions established beliefs about how urban civilization first emerged in ancient Mesopotamia, proposing that ...

Global scholars hail Turfan studies as cultural bridge connecting civilizations

About a century ago, numerous cultural relics from Turpan -- a vital hub along the ancient Silk Road -- were taken overseas ...
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Syrian artifacts shed light on cultural exchange and diversity of early civilizations

"The ancient Silk Road routes functioned like a major artery for civilizational engagement between the East and West, ...
China Daily

Ancient Confucian ideas inspire today

While attending a conference in East China over the weekend, experts from around the world praised influential Chinese ...
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Archaeologists are too scared to open up the tomb of China’s first emperor for one reason

Archaeologists are terrified to open the tomb of Qin Shi Huang, China's first emperor who has been buried for 2,200 years. The tomb of Qin Shu Huang, who ruled from 221 BC to 210 BC, is guarded by a ...
China Economic Net

3rd Liangzhu Forum champions cultural diversity, heritage revitalization

HANGZHOU, Oct. 18 (Xinhua) -- The 3rd Liangzhu Forum opened in Hangzhou, capital city of east China's Zhejiang Province on Saturday, with the theme "Revitalization of Civilization: Cultural Heritage ...