"Unearthing the World's Oldest Wooden Structure: Insights into Early Human Ingenuity"
Archaeologists in Zambia have discovered the earliest known wood construction by humans, dating back around 476,000 years. The artifacts, found at a riverbank excavation site, suggest that early humans may have been more settled and capable of complex behavior than previously thought. The discovery challenges stereotypes about Stone-Age people and sheds light on the behaviors and capacities of our ancient ancestors. The findings could also help strengthen local expertise in archaeology and potentially lead to stronger protections for the site.