Milestone passed in my stone axes paper: my new classification and chronology, based on computer-supported multivariate statistics, are finished and so is the section of the paper that describes them.

Now onwards to look in detail at the geographical distribution over time of these finds in south-east Sweden, where they are uniquely plentiful.

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Study of AI generated Neanderthal scenes reveals major gaps with modern archaeological research

Researchers tested how generative artificial intelligence portrays Neanderthals and found frequent errors, outdated ideas, and clear bias. The study appears in Advances in Archaeological Practice. Matthew Magnani from the University of Maine worked with Jon Clindaniel from the University of Chicago on the project...

More info: archaeologymag.com/2026/02/stu…

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