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Historians highlight medieval 'segmented sleep' pattern amid modern burnout debate

Historical accounts describe people in the Middle Ages routinely waking in the middle of the night during a period of rest known as 'segmented sleep,' splitting their night into two distinct sleep phases separated by an hour or more of wakeful activity. This practice occurred without electric lighting, smartphones, or the demands of modern work schedules that are often blamed for today's sleep disruptions.

fastcompany.com · 2026-10-14

Archaeologists uncover possible early medieval 'palace' with Roman-style heating in UK dig

Researchers excavating a site from the early Middle Ages have identified a building featuring a Roman-style hypocaust heating system, suggesting construction techniques persisted after Rome's collapse. The team also found glass fragments believed to be remnants of high-value lamps or tableware, indicating the site's occupants held significant wealth or status.

gizmodo.com · 2026-10-13