Archaeology

Israel’s rich biblical history can be found in the country’s archaeology. The Jerusalem Post shares the latest on archaeological excavations at significant biblical and historical sites in Israel and the region.

Ukraine accuses Russian spy chief Naryshkin of theft of museum theft

Russian museum workers were involved in the theft of cultural artifacts from Crimea, according to the Main Intelligence Directorate of the Ministry of Defense of Ukraine, Ukrainian media reported.

Study tracks Arabia’s lost large mammals

New research compiles the most complete record of vanished species across the Arabian Peninsula, based on rock art, archaeology, and historical accounts.

How Chinese Han bronze mirrors were recycled in ancient Japan

Researchers model production of Kofun-period imitation mirrors from imported Han Chinese materials.

Gladiator tomb found in Liternum necropolis in Campania

The finding suggests that Liternum was not only a residential area but also a resting place for gladiators after their careers in the arena.

3,700-year-old solitary stone marker in Farley Moor, Derbyshire no longer lonely

Previously thought to be a solitary marker, the two-meter-high standing stone at Farley Moor is now recognized as part of a larger stone circle with a ceremonial platform.

Iberians buried Iron-age unborn fetuses, young babies with care, intimacy

study finds infants were buried in homes as part of family rituals, reflecting intimate Iberian practices.

Bavarian archaeologists uncover war graves depicted in 1551 painting

The five bodies found belong to young soldiers of Charles V's army, discovered with a boot fastener and four small silver coins dating from the 16th century.

Ornate spears found in Iron Age hoard near Melsonby, North Yorkshire

Experts say the find challenges the belief that Iron Age wealth was limited to southern Britain.

‘Expensive’, ‘touristy’ Stonehenge ranked third most underwhelming tourist spot globally

Analysts at CasiMonka used AI sentiment analysis tools to sift through thousands of online comments from Reddit and Google reviews to identify the world's most underwhelming tourist spots.

Archaeologists discover well-preserved Roman dog in Belgium

Experts believe the dog was an offering linked to rituals associated with an important building.

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