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Ancient Hunter-Gatherers Reached Malta 8,500 Years Ago

4/10/2025

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A groundbreaking study in *Nature* uncovers that hunter-gatherers arrived in Malta 8,500 years ago, traversing over 100 kilometers of open water—an astonishing millennium earlier than believed. Under Professor Eleanor Scerri's leadership, the research highlights their advanced maritime skills, showcasing stone tools and marine resource use, reshaping our understanding of ancient Mediterranean seafaring.

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A groundbreaking study in *Nature* uncovers that hunter-gatherers arrived in Malta 8,500 years ago, traversing over 100 kilometers of open water—an astonishing millennium earlier than believed. Under Professor Eleanor Scerri's leadership, the research highlights their advanced maritime skills, showcasing stone tools and marine resource use, reshaping our understanding of ancient Mediterranean seafaring.