URGENT: Humans Ignite History: 400,000-Year-Old Fire Evidence Uncovered

Breaking News: 400,000-Year-Old Fire Evidence Uncovered in Britain Archaeologists have made a groundbreaking discovery in eastern Britain, uncovering the oldest evidence of humans making fire. Fragments of iron pyrite, a rock used to create sparks, were found near a 400,000-year-old hearth. The find, confirmed by experts, pushes back the timeline of human fire-making abilities by hundreds of thousands of years. This discovery has significant implications for our understanding of early human development and technology. For much of human history, early humans relied on natural fires or gathered burning materials. The ability to create fire artificially marked a crucial milestone in human evolution and technological advancement. The discovery was made by the Pathways to Ancient Britain Project, and further analysis is underway to determine the full extent of the find. This is a developing story, and NPR will provide updates as more information becomes available. This is a developing story. We will continue to provide updates as more information becomes available.