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archaeology2 years ago

"Rediscovering the Hidden Marvels of a Lost Maya City in the Jungle"

A lost Maya city called Ocomtún has been discovered in the jungles of Campeche, Mexico, using aerial archaeological survey techniques. Researchers used LiDAR technology to see through dense vegetation and found structures resembling pyramids, pottery, and engravings dating back to between 600 and 900. The city's unique features may take years to excavate. In other news, an analysis of a sandstone slab from the Oc Eo site in Vietnam revealed it was once used to grind spices for curry over 2,000 years ago, showing the dish's deep roots. The Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope, set to launch in 2026-2027, may detect trillions of rogue planets in the Milky Way. A new study warns that the Atlantic Meridional Overturning Circulation, which regulates global weather patterns, could collapse by 2025 if greenhouse gas emissions aren't reduced. NASA is working on aviation projects to revolutionize air travel and reduce fuel consumption. The Webb telescope captured energetic outbursts from young stars and astronomers discovered a glowing dead star with two different faces.