Mariya Savinova and Ekaterina Poistogova, Womens 800m, 2012 Olympics. Credit: Tab59, Düsseldorf, Allemagne
1. Athletic Doping: Key Findings Following Wada Report
An independent commission of World Anti-Doping Agency (Wada) says the 2012 Olympics Games in London were “sabotaged” by “widespread inaction” against Russian athletes with suspicious doping profiles. Learn about the Russian doping crisis in 60 seconds at BBC.
2. Is There a Hidden Room in King Tut’s Tomb?
New scans suggest there could still be secrets in Tutankhamun’s resting place. Researchers are investigating whether there is a hidden room that might even be the tomb of ancient Egypt’s most famous queen, Nefertiti. Read more at Smithsonian Magazine.
3. Does the Great Pyramid of Giza Hold a Tomb?
Researchers in Egypt using advanced scanning techniques to study the Pyramids said they had detected “thermal anomalies” which could indicate the presence of an undiscovered tomb in the 4,500-year-old structure. Learn more at The New York Times.
4. Syrian Antiquities Chief Calls for Help from International Community
Maamoun Abdulkarim, the head of Syria’s antiquities agency, addressed the Italian Parliament regarding the plight of Syria’s 10,000 archaeological sites. Italy has been active in helping protect antiquities in conflict zones. Learn more at NPR.
5. Space Archaeologist Sarah Parcak Wins $1 Million TED Prize to Unlock Secrets of Ancient Civilization
Dr. Sarah Parcak, a National Geographic Fellow, uses satellite technology —initially designed for use by the military — to uncover lost ancient sites and help monitor areas for looting and destruction. Learn more at CNN.
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