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Rare "nails in wood" fossil revealed as jaw of world’s oldest marine crocodile

An amateur fossil hunter who found a rare fragment from the world's oldest marine crocodile said she thought it was a piece of wood with nails driven through it.

22 Apr 2026-09:56
Defiance in the rubble: The Warsaw Ghetto uprising of April 19, 1943 - VIDEO

On April 19, 1943, the streets of the Warsaw Ghetto became the site of one of the most profound acts of human defiance in history.

19 Apr 2026-08:27
Ancient "fish" fossil revealed as 390-million-year-old sea scorpion

More than two decades after scientists identified a fossil as the world's oldest octopus — officials now say it wasn't one at all.

14 Apr 2026-09:31
In a time of war, Chinese museums are a safe haven for ancient treasures of Iran

From glimmering floral-patterned glassware to the vivid colours of intricately designed Persian carpets, artefacts from Iran have captivated visitors to a museum in northern China, where they have avoided the risks of damage in the war waged by the US and Israel.

04 Apr 2026-11:50
Iran says 120 cultural sites damaged in strikes

Iran says at least 120 cultural and historical sites have been damaged in strikes carried out by the United States and Israel since the start of the conflict, raising alarm over the protection of heritage landmarks.

27 Mar 2026-15:25
Illusion Museum debuts in Baku

On March 19, the Azerbaijani capital hosted the opening ceremony of the Baku Illusion Museum, a new, interactive, and entertaining space that is the first of its kind in Azerbaijan.

19 Mar 2026-21:55
Modernizing education and culture: Azerbaijan’s national initiatives

Scientific-popular, cultural-educational, and educational programs play a crucial role in the development of modern societies. These initiatives contribute to the dissemination of scientific knowledge, the preservation of cultural heritage, the improvement of education systems, and the enhancement of public awareness.

11 Mar 2026-13:09
Louvre Museum director steps down after October jewel heist

The director of the Louvre Museum resigned Tuesday following months of mounting pressure after the October theft of the French crown jewels, as the world’s most visited museum faced growing scrutiny over security lapses, labor unrest and a suspected long-running ticket fraud scheme.

25 Feb 2026-10:41
Louvre director steps down following jewels heist in Paris

The director of the Louvre Museum has resigned, just months after the high-profile theft of France's crown jewels.

24 Feb 2026-22:23
Leyla Aliyeva tours Louvre Abu Dhabi Museum and Abrahamic Family House

Leyla Aliyeva, Vice President of the Heydar Aliyev Foundation, visited the Louvre Abu Dhabi Museum and the Abrahamic Family House on February 5.

05 Feb 2026-22:20