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In 2007, a Kazakh economist searching Google Earth for pyramids found giant crosses and rings; dating points to about 800 BC

Rest of World News: In 2007, a Kazakh economist discovered immense geometric earthworks in northern Kazakhstan using Google Earth, dating back to 800 BC. These structures, resembling crosses and rings, have sparked significant archaeological interest, but their exact purpose remains a mystery. Explore the story behind these ancient geoglyphs.

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In 2011, a historian scanned Saudi Arabia on Google Earth and found vast stone traps; researchers later mapped 252 across its lava fields

Rest of World News: In a groundbreaking study, historian David Kennedy utilizes Google Earth to uncover thousands of ancient stone traps across Saudi Arabia, revealing new insights into prehistoric animal hunting techniques. This research highlights the transformative power of satellite imagery in archaeology and the vast hidden landscapes of the Arabian Peninsula.

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