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Experts have discovered a cave full of prehistoric carvings in northern Spain. Among the hundreds of rock carvings, some believed to be 15,000 years old, are vivid depictions of horses, deer, and ...

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The ability to make art has often been considered a hallmark of our species. Over a century ago, prehistorians even had ...

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A team of international scientists has uncovered ancient hand and foot prints that may upend our understanding of early cave art. The experts believe that the impressions identified near Quesang ...