Was there really a female king in ancient Egypt 5,000 years ago? New study says yes
Meretneith was buried in a tomb fit for a male ruler. But for decades, debate has raged over her true royal status.
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Published3 h ago (Tue, 15 Sep 2026 04:34:31 GMT)
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AuthorSusan Kelly, Honorary Postdoctoral Associate, Egyptology, Macquarie University