Author: MUSTAKIM HASNATH Associated Press, ABC News
Published on: 10/12/2025 | 17:27:05
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Scientists in Britain say ancient humans may have learned to make fire far earlier than previously believed. Until now, the oldest confirmed evidence had come from Neanderthal sites in what is now northern France dating to about 50,000 years ago. The discovery was made at Barnham, a Paleolithic site in Suffolk. Archaeologists say the Barnham site fits a wider pattern across Britain and continental Europe between 500,000 and 400,000 years ago. Fire allowed early populations to survive colder environments, deter predators and cook food. Cooking breaks down toxins in roots and tubers and kills pathogens in meat.
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