The decline of Mayan civilization was well under way by 1100 B.C. The causes are uncertain, but speculation points to warfare, crop failures, and disease as leading possibilities. The society was also enervated by its religion, which emphasized that human blood was extremely pleasing to its gods.
AUBURN-The Auburn football game against Ole Miss at Jordan-Hare Stadium on Oct. 31 will be televised by the SEC Network. Kickoff is slated for 11:21 a.m. CT.
Spring practice for Auburn begins Feb. 28. With the A-Day game set for April 8, it will mark the earliest date for the scrimmage during coach Gus Malzahn's tenure. Last year's game was played on April 9. Auburn traditionally charges fans $5 for admission to the game, but additional details have yet to be made available.