hieroglyphics

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USC journalism professor and longtime record collector Oscar Garza describes these markings as “Chicano hieroglyphics… a reflection of the friends who shared the memories of that song or album.”

From Los Angeles Times • May 4, 2026

Much like the Rosetta Stone helped scientists interpret ancient hieroglyphics, V1298 Tau provides a key reference for understanding how the galaxy's most common planets take shape.

From Science Daily • Jan. 31, 2026

The Rosetta Stone, found in 1799, provided the key to deciphering hieroglyphics; it was discovered by the French army and was seized by the British as war booty.

From BBC • Oct. 31, 2025

In his short but intense career, Haring’s pulsating figures became an inextricable part of New York City life, like ancient hieroglyphics that weren’t as much drawn as unearthed.

From New York Times • Apr. 17, 2024

It did seem best not to talk about hieroglyphics right away—but that was all right because everyone was a little tired of them anyhow—particularly Marshall.

From "The Egypt Game" by Zilpha Keatley Snyder