Archaeology
What lies beneath Biblical city’s ‘largest necropolis’ with 60 tombs dating back 2,200 years uncovered
Archaeologists in Turkey recently uncovered over 60 ancient tombs in Colossae, a biblical city immortalized in the New Testament.
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5,000-year-old tools made of human skulls unearthed, including masks and cups
These ancient tribes were bad to the bone.
Archaeological discovery sheds light on early Christian life
Archaeologists recently discovered the remnants of an ancient bishop's luxurious perk: a vast bathhouse, unheard of among modern clergy.
1,200-year-old loaf of bread with image of Christ unearthed in astonishing find
Pictures from the excavation show the blackened loaf bearing a faint image of Christ.
Frantic search for 4,200-year-old Egyptian artifact after it vanished from sealed tomb
A 4,200-year-old Egyptian artifact vanishes from a sealed tomb at Saqqara.
Lost royal palace destroyed in bloody invasion resurfaces in river, archaeologists say
Archaeologists recently unearthed the remnants of a historic royal palace from a Polish river, shedding light on a violent part of the country's history.
Roman artifact with cryptic message uncovered in New Orleans backyard
Further sleuthing by Lusnia revealed the tablet had been missing from an Italian museum for decades.
Sightseers can explore ancient ruins in heart of Mexico City thanks to expert-led tours
Amid the constant blare of car horns in southern Mexico City, it’s hard to imagine that Cuicuilco was once the heart of a thriving ancient civilization.
Biggest Easter Island mystery may finally be solved
Their findings line up perfectly with Rapa Nui oral traditions, which have long claimed the statues literally walked from the quarry where they were carved to their final resting places.
Priceless Celtic gold and silver coins found at 'secret' European site
Hundreds of priceless gold and silver coins were uncovered at a "secret" site in a picturesque region of the Czech Republic.
China’s Terracotta Army site may confirm ancient legend
The gap between fantasy and reality has narrowed dramatically when it comes to what we know of China’s tyrannical first emperor, Qin Shi Huang.
Group of friends with metal detectors accidentally stumble upon 'incredible' ancient treasures
"Our association is a group of friends who love uncovering history," on of the accidental archaeologists said. "We do it as a hobby."
Divers unearth 'extraordinary' military treasure from ancient Roman War
A millennia-old helmet that saw ancient Rome's first great Mediterranean war was recently unearthed in Italy.
Archaeologists unearth forgotten 900-year-old 'nameless' castle on Scottish island
The Lords of the Isles were MacDonald clan chiefs, descendants of the kings who once ruled large parts of western Scotland.
Workers discover 2,300-year-old tomb during sewer installation in Italy
Sewer workers in Italy recently uncovered a 2,300-year-old tomb that "showed signs of ancient disturbance," according to local officials.
Archaeologists uncover ancient dam near pool where Jesus healed a blind man
Officials noted in an Aug. 30 release that the wall was recently found during excavations near the Pool of Siloam within the Jerusalem Walls National Park.
Plans for mega-luxe resort spark fury as bulldozers invade site where Moses received Ten Commandments
It could go from a site for sore eyes to an eyesore.
Oldest known nursing home discovered in ancient Christian city
The care facility was found in the ruins of the ancient city of Hippos near the Sea of Galilee.
Archaeologists uncover house tied to Isaac Newton near famed apple tree where he tested theory of gravity
British archaeologists recently found the remnants of a 17th-century house where Isaac Newton’s mother lived – not far from the site of his famous apple tree.
Ancient sun hat possibly worn by Roman soldier thousands of years ago uncovered in miraculous find
The hat is believed to be between 2,100 and 2,400 years old, dating to either the Greek or Roman period of Egyptian history.
Student finds creepy, ancient head that 'stares back' at her on remote farm
An undergraduate student was startled after a finely carved ancient head rolled out during a recent excavation – and seemed to smile back at her.