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Viking king Harald Bluetooth was a major inspiration for technology developers. Here's the story
One of the world's most famous technologies, Bluetooth, got its name from a Viking with a bad tooth. Two nerds got the idea for the name during a night out in the city.1 year ago — Everyday -
New DNA technology used to identify Viking family
By using a new type of DNA technology, researchers were able to prove kinship between two Viking skeletons – one found in Denmark and the other in England.1 year ago — Research -
Student discovers unknown Viking trading place in Northern Norway
According to the University of Tromsø (UiT), an UiT master's student has found the first known trading place from the 9th century in northern Norway.1 year ago — Discoveries -
Medieval French coins discovered in Poland – could they be part of a ransom paid to Vikings?
Archaeologists all over the world are excited by a recent find in northeastern Poland – a heap of medieval French silver coins.1 year ago — Discoveries -
A piece of the keel of the Gjellestad Viking ship has been excavated – and scientists are excited
The Gjellestad Viking ship excavation is the first of its kind in Norway in 100 years.1 year ago — Research -
Largest DNA sequencing of Viking skeletons reveals interesting fact – they weren't all Scandinavian
Most history books describe Vikings as looters, pirates, warriors, and invaders who departed on sea raids from Scandinavia to pillage Europe and beyond. That is about to change.1 year ago — Research -
Ancient Viking pieces are being revamped and sold on the modern-day market
Archeological finds that include Viking pieces such as bracelets, necklaces, and rings from the distant Viking past are in demand as modern-day accessories.1 year ago — Everyday -
Oslo’s Viking Ship Museum closes its doors until 2025/2026
The Viking Ship Museum – one of Norway’s most fascinating museums – closed its doors in order to focus on expansion and rebuilding. It will reopen as the Museum of the Viking Age in 2025/2026.1 year ago — Everyday -
Unique Viking-age treasure found by metal detectorist on display in Galloway
A treasure hoard from the Viking Age, which was unearthed by a metal detectorist in southwestern Scotland seven years ago, is on display in Galloway.1 year ago — Everyday
