Archaeologists have discovered a 3,600-year-old tomb of an unknown pharaoh at Abydos in Egypt, featuring painted scenes of goddesses and possibly belonging to the Abydos dynasty. The tomb, found nearly 23 feet underground, contains decorated entryways, rooms, and vaults made of mud bricks, but has been heavily damaged by grave robbers. Despite the illegibility of the ruler’s name due to vandalism, the find sheds light on a lesser-known era of ancient Egypt and hints at a period of warrior pharaohs vying for power, potentially rewriting the history of the region.
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Kenyan activist faces terrorism charges over protests
Prominent Kenyan activist Boniface Mwangi faces court accusations of "facilitation of terrorist acts" linked to deadly anti-government protests in June that resulted in at least 19 deaths. His arrest, which has drawn widespread condemnation from human rights groups as a suppression of dissent, follows the seizure of various items from his home and office, with critics stating it reflects a broader crackdown on political opposition in Kenya. Explain It To Me Like I'm 5: Prominent...
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