Archaeology
Look like an Egyptian Face of pharaoh recreated in stunning detail 3,500 years after death
This pharaoh is under wraps no longer.
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Large stone carving linked to 12th century Christianity discovered during home renovations: 'Exceptionally significant find'
This was an "Extreme Makeover: Early Christianity Edition."
Archaeologists stumble upon priceless gold coins from ancient empire in unusual location
Archaeologists discovered?ancient gold coins?in an unexpected location during a recent excavation in Bulgaria.
Evidence of Merlin's grave unearthed in Scotland: Was King Arthur's wizard adviser real?
There may be some truth to the myth of Merlin.
'Extremely rare and unusual' 2,700-year-old artifact discovered in Jerusalem
The ancient stone amulet is "one of the most beautiful ever discovered and could could change the archeological timeline of reading and writing in antiquity.
American archaeologist dies off Norway coast after replica Viking boat capsizes: reports
An American archaeologist has died after embarking on an expedition aboard a replica Viking boat that capsized off the coast of Norway on Tuesday, according to reports.
Researchers discover potential Shakespeare connection in 500-year-old building
A doorway that could have been used by famous playwright William Shakespeare was discovered in the?United Kingdom's oldest working theater.
Pre-teen stumbles upon rare 2,000-year-old bracelet with ties to ancient Rome
"The story of the find itself is fascinating – it really goes to show that you never know what you might discover by keeping your eyes peeled when out and...
'Significant' sun and star observatory discovered that dates back to 6th century BC: scientists
Archeologists in Egypt have discovered "the first and largest astronomical observatory," measuring nearly half a mile long.
Archaeologists uncover stones in Israel matching road where 'Jesus walked' in stunning discovery
A large quarry has been under excavation in at Mount Hotzvim in Jerusalem, exposing more information on the Second Temple time period when Jesus walked the Holy Land.
Student uncovers 'rare' Viking treasures with metal detector
Den-mark's the spot. A young archeology student in the Scandinavian nation discovered seven "spectacular" silver artifacts significant to the Viking rule of centuries past, The Associated Press reported. The Danish...
13,600-year-old Mastodon skull excavated from US creek in 'goldmine' discovery after 12-day excavation
Officials estimate that the mastodon died in the Paleoindian period -- and had been buried undetected for 13,600 years.
Archaeologists in Spain discover possible hidden, 2,000-year-old Roman Empire
Archaeologists in Spain have discovered what could possibly be a hidden Roman Empire from over 2,000 years ago.
Skeletons of man, woman clutching coins found in 'invaluable' discovery at Pompeii site
It's a bone-chilling find.
Musket balls found near Revolutionary War site tied to iconic phrase 'Shot Heard Round The World'
The five bullets have survived the centuries buried in the dirt near the North Bridge in the Minute Man National Historical Park in Concord, Massachusetts
Astonishing ancient Roman mosaic discovered underwater off Italian coast
The mosaic dates to around the end of the?Roman Empire?in 3rd century AD and covers about 250 square meters of the villa’s reception room, according to the Parco Archeologico Campi...
Researchers amazed by miraculous find in 1,200-year-old tomb in China
Archaeologists in northern?China?have unearthed a small but richly decorated 1200-year-old tomb on a mountain outside Taiyuan, the capital of China’s northern Shanxi province.
Archaeologists make remarkable discovery at Christianity's holiest site -- covered up by graffiti
A long-lost altar dating from the times of the Crusades was discovered hidden in plain sight by archaeologists at the Church of the Holy Sepulchre in Jerusalem — one of...
Lost carvings of King Tut's grandfather, other pharaohs discovered in Nile River
It's a deep dive into ancient Egypt.
'Monumental' 3,000-year-old discovery with biblical origins found under parking lot
It's a new testament to modern technology.