https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/modern-forensics-reveals-human-sacrifice-in-ancient-egypt-s-royal-burialsContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/modern-forensics-reveals-human-sacrifice-in-ancient-egypt-s-royal-burialshttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/modern-forensics-reveals-human-sacrifice-in-ancient-egypt-s-royal-burials#u109778Thu, 08 Oct 2026 00:48:28 +0000Forensic analysis of human remains found near ancient Egyptian royal tombs reveals evidence of human sacrifice. The burials, dating back to the First Dynasty of ancient Egypt, around 5,000 years ago, show a high number of simultaneous deaths among household officials and artisans. Researchers found fatal blunt force trauma on 39% of skulls, indicating violent deaths.Why it mattersThis discovery sheds light on a long-debated topic in archaeology, providing evidence for the practice of retainer sacrifice in ancient Egypt. The findings challenge previous assumptions and offer new insights into th