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Ancient Mayan VIPs Were Turned Into Rubber Balls After Death, Archeologist Says
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August 2, 2022
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1:12Now PlayingThe remains of important Mayan figures were incorporated into balls used in sport that allowed them to live on after their death, archeologist Juan Yadeun said.
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