Homo juluensis

Chinese archaeologists in central China challenge the theory that warm climates drove early human creativity, citing a 146,000-year-old butchering site inhabited by Homo juluensis. Their discovery of inventive tools suggests harsh environments may have spurred innovation in this extinct human species.

Scientists in China discovered ancient humans made advanced stone tools 146,000 years ago during a harsh ice age. The tools show careful planning and complex thinking. This challenges the idea that human creativity only thrives in easy times.