Early Fire Mastery: Evidence of Spark-Generated Ignition Dates Back 400,000 Years in Eastern England

Researchers have uncovered compelling evidence suggesting that ancient humans were capable of creating fire from scratch significantly earlier than previously believed. The discovery centers on a 400,000-year-old tinderbox unearthed in eastern England, challenging existing timelines for when our ancestors first mastered the technology to ignite flames without relying on natural sources like lightning.

Source: The Economist Generated at: 2025-12-10 17:00:56 UTC