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Ancient Plants Discovered In Central India; Could Be The Oldest Specimen On Earth

By Carrie Winters - Mar 15, 2017 08:50 AM EDT

Researchers discovered the oldest plant-like fossils in central India. These had the characteristics of red algae according to the study.

Researchers Discover Fossils of Ancient Bird That Lived Some 130.7 Million Years Ago

By Kamal Nayan - May 06, 2015 04:51 AM EDT

Researchers have discovered species of an ancient bird in Hebei, China that is the oldest known relative of today's birds.

Ancient Art of Winemaking: 168 Bottles of Champagnes Were Discovered In 175-year-old Shipwreck

By Kamal Nayan - Apr 21, 2015 09:07 AM EDT

Deep divers have discovered 168 bottles of champagnes in a 175-year-old shipwreck in the Baltic Sea. Researchers have been testing these bottles to determine the chemical components and compare them to modern wines in terms of tastes and value.

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