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History & Archaeology

Decoding Linear B: How an Amateur Cracked an Ancient Script

amateur cracked ancient script

Gazing into the mystery of Linear B reveals how an amateur’s intuition unlocked the secrets of ancient Greek civilization.

Moriz Bella
October 7, 2025

sea peoples origins and impact

History & Archaeology

The Sea Peoples Mystery: The Theories Historians Take Seriously

Theories about the Sea Peoples reveal intriguing clues about their mysterious origins…

Curious Minds Team
February 17, 2026

neuroscience of reward cycles

Psychology & Behavior

Why You Can’t Stop Checking: The Neuroscience of Variable Rewards

I realize that understanding the brain's response to unpredictable rewards can help you…

Curious Minds Team
February 16, 2026

pain persists despite normal scans

Health & Medicine

Why Pain Can Be Real Even When Scans Look “Normal”

Biological processes like neural sensitization can cause real pain despite normal…

Curious Minds Team
February 16, 2026

ice bubbles reveal climate

Science & Discovery

Ancient Air Trapped in Ice: How Scientists Read Climate From Tiny Bubbles

Fascinating tiny ice bubbles hold Earth's ancient climate secrets, and scientists’…

Curious Minds Team
February 15, 2026