Culture

A new study analyzes genome-wide data for 111 ancient individuals spanning the Central Asian Steppe.

A researcher in Britain has come up with a construction method that questions whether the saddles were ever fitted with wooden elements.

The profound impact of Black horseman in US horse racing is being brought to life in a new immersive exhibit at the Kentucky Derby Museum.

Horses were essential in the daily lives of the ancient nomadic tribes of west Kazakhstan. How did those who could not afford a horse make the ride into the afterlife?

“Some of its original functions vanished, and the value changed from a practical implement to a standard of wealth, good taste and culture.”

“The ice-age horse had a wild, heavy face. It’s so detailed, we can even see the horse hair. It’s fascinating.”

“Our research shows that it was climate change, not Genghis Khan, that was the ultimate cause for the demise of Central Asia’s forgotten river civilizations.”

“Horses, unlike other domestic animals, usually lived to old age. However, after their death, there was no hesitation in using their remains.”