ancient

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Earlier work by researchers at the Crick's ancient DNA lab hinted that the first dogs may have emerged somewhere in Asia.

From BBC

In another drawing in the series, “Reclining Male Nude With Shield and Sword,” a figure, arrayed like an ancient river god, holds himself up while twisting his head around in surprise and dismay.

From The Wall Street Journal

At an archaeological site in southern Lebanon's Tyre, small signs bearing a blue and white emblem provide a symbolic shield, meant to protect the ancient ruins from bombardment.

From Barron's

This opens new opportunities for studying ancient biomolecules and tracing mammalian evolution.

From Science Daily

Why is this ancient French skeleton sitting upright?

From MarketWatch