This week we have 3 fascinating archaeology news stories. First, experimental research has helped researchers determine the function of an ivory baton. Then, we take a look at a newly discovered Roman villa that may have belonged to Pliny the Elder. Finally, Amelia Earhart is back in the news with some new and potentially controversial findings!
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Experiments suggest ancient four-holed ivory baton was used to make rope (Phys.org)
Rope making in the Aurignacian of Central Europe more than 35,000 years ago (Science Advances)
Scientists discover new possible clue in Amelia Earhart mystery
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