Ancient Tools in Southeast Asia Challenge Civilization Timeline
Archaeologists have discovered ancient tools in Southeast Asia that suggest early humans were capable of seafaring tens of thousands of years earlier than previously thought. The tools, found in the Philippines, Indonesia, and Timor-Leste, indicate that humans were crossing open oceans deliberately, using advanced maritime technology. This challenges the prevailing theory that early human migration in the region was accidental. The findings include stone tools with wear patterns consistent with plant processing, suggesting the production of ropes and bindings necessary for boatbuilding and fishing. These discoveries point to a sophisticated maritime culture in the region. 
