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Artifacts dating back 400,000 years, found in cave, show ‘complex and rich’ pre-human society
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· June 29, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway Further details about the discovery can be found through KVIA ABC-7's source, which has more information on the findings and their significance.
Archaeologists have made a significant discovery in Israel, finding a cave that was used by pre-Neanderthal human-like creatures. The artifacts found in the cave date back around 400,000 years, providing insight into a previously little-known period. The cave is one of only a few sites from this time period that is accessible to scientists.
It is located on the outskirts of a town in Israel, although the exact town has not been specified. Further details about the discovery can be found through KVIA ABC-7's source, which has more information on the findings and their significance.
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Category: local Published: June 29, 2026 Source: KVIA ABC-7 Reading time: 1 min
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