500-year-old mystery: Leonardo da Vinci’s DNA traced through 15 generations More than 500 years after his death, Leonardo da Vinci remains one of history’s most iconic figures. Known for his artistic masterpieces like the Mona Lisa and The Last Supper, da Vinci’s genius extended far beyond the canvas. Recently, scientists have made a groundbreaking discovery […]
The enemy within: How ancient armies handled waste on the march
The enemy within: How ancient armies handled waste on the march Warfare is a dangerous business. But one of its most persistent killers isn’t the enemy. It’s the unsanitary conditions that often accompany armies on the march. Throughout history, armies have faced the challenge of dealing with waste while on campaign. From the Roman legions […]