Archaeology
Egyptian researchers discover collection of ancient rock art spanning 10,000 years in Sinai desert
The engravings and drawings are divided into several groups, researchers learned in their initial study of the space, the oldest of which are done in red and dated to between 10,000 and 5,500 BCE.
Portugal returns stolen Mayan, Zapotec artifacts to Mexico in first-ever archaeological restitution
Second Temple workshop found on Israel's Mount Scopus during investigation into antiquities thieves
On This Day: Howard Carter enters King Tut's burial chamber in Egypt's Valley of Kings
New website helps you plan a self-guided trip to northern Israel
This rich source of suggestions for family activities, hikes, and sightseeing includes details such as directions, admission fees, historical background, nearby attractions, and more.
Archaeologists find 2,000-year-old gold ring in excavation of Israeli national park
“I was amazed by the find. To my delight, I also discovered a pair of gold earrings, but the ring, with its small and unique design, really moved me," volunteer Eddie Lipsman said.
Ancient Christian settlement unearthed in Jordan, illuminating Middle East's religious past
Archaeologists uncovered the long-forgotten Byzantine settlement of Tharais.
Ritual donkey sacrifice in Israel provides insights into ancient Egyptian trade
The donkeys, found buried under a Bronze Age house in ancient Gath, near Tell es-Safi, were determined to have originated from ancient Egypt.
Ancient proteins found in fossils up to 24 million years old
Proteins, a cell's molecular machinery, also offer valuable information and have the virtue of surviving much longer, as new research shows.
Opening of Cairo’s Grand Egyptian Museum gets postponed yet again
The grand opening of the GEM, which was set for July 3 – much delayed by revolutions, wars, financial crises, and the COVID pandemic – has been postponed yet again.
Several walled oases uncovered in Saudi Arabia shed light on ancient community investment
Evidence suggests the walled oasis phenomenon began around 3000 BC at Tayma and Qurayyah and spread to the Harrat Khaybar region by the end of the third millennium BC.
The Cyrus Cylinder: Archaeological treasure that connects Ancient Persia and the Jewish people
The Cyrus Cylinder is often considered the first charter of human rights, inscribed with the words of King Cyrus the Great, the founder of the Achaemenid Empire.
Biblical archaeologists evacuated from Shiloh dig amid escalation with Iran
Despite the challenges, the excavation team remains resolute in its commitment to uncovering the past.
Dead Sea Scrolls aged decades older by AI-powered discovery
“The implications are profound,” said Dr. Maruf Dhali, assistant professor of AI at Groningen and co‐author of the study.
