Archaeologists drill into Mount Ararat site in search for Noah's Ark

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Archaeologists in Turkey have drilled into the Durupinar formation on Mount Ararat for the first time. They collected hundreds of soil samples from depths of up to 60 feet. Researchers are now analyzing the samples for organic matter and traces of ancient wood. The investigation aims to find clues linked to the biblical story of Noah's Ark, but no conclusions have been reached.

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