Dossier
ancient humans
Coverage of ancient humans in the Nexus archive.
- How humans evolved to be twice as big as our ancestors
The article reveals that ancient human ancestors were smaller in height and body mass compared to modern humans, challenging artistic depictions of large prehistoric figures. Columnist Michael Marshall highlights that prehistoric kings were also shorter than commonly imagined.
- Oldest cave art in the U.K. discovered inside Welsh cave
A new analysis of red lines inside a Welsh cave suggests they are the oldest cave art in the UK, dating back approximately 17,000 years.
- How mosquitoes — and malaria — helped shaped the whereabouts of early humankind
A new study reveals that mosquitoes and malaria played a critical role in shaping the migration and settlement patterns of early humans. The research highlights how these biological factors influenced ancient human behavior and geographical distribution.