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Archaeologists uncover 930-year-old Native American canoe in North Carolina lake.

Archeologists from the North Carolina Office of State Archaeology and the Waccamaw Siouan Tribe have discovered a 930-year-old Native American canoe in Lake Waccamaw. The 28-foot-long wooden canoe was well-preserved despite deteriorating under the water. The canoe will be taken to Greenville for preservation and study, providing concrete evidence of the tribe's history and heritage.

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'Oldest pearling town' found in Persian Gulf by archeologists.

Archeologists in the UAE have discovered what they believe to be the oldest pearling town in the Persian Gulf, predating Islamic civilization. The town, located on Sinniyah Island, is believed to have housed thousands of residents and operated year-round. The community's houses were built from local beach rocks and materials from the surrounding environment, and their roofs were made of palm trunks. The settlement is particularly unique due to its age, size, and year-round operation. The town is believed to have been home to Christian residents and was likely a key industry for the region.