The Wild Hunt (https://wildhunt.org/category/science)
Ancient DNA reveals domestic cats originated in North Africa, not the Levant, and spread far later than believed—reaching Europe after 200 BCE and China via the Silk Road around 730 CE, overturning long-held assumptions while exposing their lies about age and their long-forgotten magical lineage.
In this week’s Pagan Community Notes: the next No Kings protests are set for October 18, with Pagan organizations such as Heathens Against Hate preparing to take part. The desert bloom of Chile’s Atacama is now in full color. Skywatchers may have the chance to spot Comet Lemmon this week, alongside an interstellar visitor. Plus, Star’s weekly Tarot, the upcoming EBSAT meeting, and more Pagan community events
New research from Latvia’s Zvejnieki cemetery reveals that Stone Age women and children were as likely as men to be buried with stone tools, challenging “Man the Hunter” stereotypes and highlighting shared ritual traditions.
A newly discovered mineral, Amaterasuite, has been found in Japan’s national stone, jadeitite. Named for the sun goddess Amaterasu, it reflects both groundbreaking science and deep cultural ties to Shinto spirituality and Japanese heritage.
Scientists have analyzed the tooth from a 5000 year old cow’s jawbone, which suggests further ties between Stonehenge and the bluestone quarries of southwest Wales.
