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Latest Historical Discoveries: September 2024

Round up of the latest finds from September

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Prateek Dasgupta
Sep 27, 2024
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Welcome to another edition of the Forgotten Footprints newsletter! It is time for our monthly round-up of the five hottest finds from history and archaeology. Before I start, how many of you like kefir? Kefir is a type of fermented milk that helps with digestion. In Turkic-speaking nations, it is known as Ayran, though there is a slight difference in the making process between Ayran and Kefir, with the latter being made using kefir grains.

I don’t always have access to it, but I enjoy its light, refreshing, sour taste whenever I try it. Kefir’s popularity is growing worldwide, and researchers who want to learn more about its origins are taking notice.

The secret of making a good kefir may lie in the world’s oldest cheese. Let’s learn more about this fermented product and other fascinating finds from September.

Don’t forget to vote for your favorite discovery in the poll at the end.

Kefir’s origins lie in the world’s oldest cheese

The spread of kefir from Xinjiang. Credits: Liu et al 202…

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