Humans made fire 350,000 years earlier than previously thought, discovery in Suffolk suggests

The Guardian – ScienceWednesday, December 10, 2025 at 4:00:05 PM
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Humans made fire 350,000 years earlier than previously thought, discovery in Suffolk suggests
  • A recent discovery in Suffolk suggests that humans were able to create fire as far back as 400,000 years ago, significantly earlier than the previously established timeline of 50,000 years. This finding challenges long-held beliefs about the timeline of human technological advancement and the use of fire.
  • The implications of this discovery are profound, as it reshapes the understanding of early human behavior and adaptation. Mastery of fire is a critical milestone in human evolution, impacting social structures, diet, and migration patterns.
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