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Easter Island’s collapse: It wasn’t the people, it was something much bigger!

For centuries, Easter Island‘s story hhas been framed as a tragic tale of environmental collapse. The islanders were often blamed for destroying their own land, leading to societal breakdown. But a ...
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Easter Island’s Enigmatic Collapse Was More Complex Than Past Theories Suggest, as Researchers Point to Compelling New Evidence

Researchers found that a severe drought began around 1550, leading to a significant drop in rainfall on Easter Island.