ancient

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The ministry said there was no indication the bombing north of the ancient site of Palmyra had posed any risk to civilians.

From Barron's

Instead, most studies of ancient remains rely on DNA, which mainly helps establish genetic relationships rather than day-to-day biology.

From Science Daily

Sacred ancient gems linked to the Buddha were unveiled on Saturday in India for the first time since their colonial-era removal.

From Barron's

With Hill still in the tree, Pacific Lumber agreed to sell 7,400 acres, including the ancient Headwaters Grove, to the government to be preserved.

From Los Angeles Times

Evolution repurposed ancient infections into essential parts of human biology, including the placenta and adaptive immunity.

From The Wall Street Journal