A new study from SapienCE reveals that early modern humans at Blombos Cave in South Africa used ochre as a specialized tool ...

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Ancient sediment reveals humans began systematically using fire 50,000 years ago, reshaping global climate patterns.

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Modern humans migrated out of Africa around 70,000 years ago, and almost all people currently living outside the continent ...

Seven ochre fragments found in Blombos Cave showcase how early humans used advanced methods to carve their stone tools.