Netflix ‘Ancient Apocalypse’ series marks dangerous trend, experts say
By DW
17 December 2022 |
5:13 am
A popular new show on Netflix claims that survivors of an ancient civilization spread their wisdom to hunter-gatherers across the globe. Scientists say the show is promoting unfounded conspiracy theories.
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