Over 140 new geoglyphs discovered in PeruNovember 20, 2019 - 18:15 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - Over 140 new Nazca lines have been uncovered in the Peruvian desert, dating back around 2,100 years, The Sun says. The huge and mysterious etchings depict strange figures, including ancient "humanoids", double-headed snakes and even a "killer whale". Nazca lines were first "discovered" by archaeologists academically in 1927, and have proved mysterious ever since. Around 800 of the enormous lines have been found across the desert, and are so big they can generally only be identified properly from the air. Now archaeologists at Japan's Yamagata University reveal that 143 new Nazca lines have been discovered. It's part of a 15-year research effort that has used satellite imagery, drone footage and AI scanning systems. The newly identified "geoglyphs" are believed to have been created between 100BC and 300AD. It's believed that these huge designs were created as a message to the gods, or possibly for astronomical reasons. Top stories Authorities said a total of 192 Azerbaijani troops were killed and 511 were wounded during Azerbaijan’s offensive. In 2023, the Azerbaijani government will increase the country’s defense budget by more than 1.1 billion manats ($650 million). The bill, published on Monday, is designed to "eliminate the shortcomings of an unreasonably broad interpretation of the key concept of "compatriot". The earthquake caused a temporary blackout, damaged many buildings and closed a number of rural roads. Partner news | Scholz hopes Armenia-Azerbaijan peace treaty will be signed this year German Chancellor Olaf Scholz hopes that a peace treaty between Armenia and Azerbaijan will be signed this year. Ucom equips four bus stops in Ijevan with free Wi-Fi Ucom now provides free Wi-Fi coverage in smart bus stops in four communities of Ijevan. Armenia, Russia discuss life extension of Metsamor nuclear plant Issues regarding the extension of life of the 2nd power unit of the Armenian Nuclear Power Plant were discussed in Yerevan. Armenians stage more campaigns against territorial concessions to Azerbaijan Protesters blocked more roads across Armenia on Friday, April 26 in continuing attempts to scuttle territorial concessions to Azerbaijan. |