Antiquities

Egypt unearths three previously unknown tombs from different eras at Bahariya Oasis cemetery

Notably, the Sheikh Soby site is home to a Late Period cemetery containing the tombs of Bahariya Oasis rulers and priests from that period, including the Temple of El-Bawiti.

Two ancient tombs and a figurine discovered at the Sheikh Soby site in the Bahariya Oasis, Egypt, August 28, 2026.
Photo depicts a grave made of burnt clay found in Mosul Dam that is exhibited in Zakho Museum in Zakho, Kurdistan Region of Iraq on June 2, 2025.

Seven ancient Parthian tombs unearthed in Iraq’s Kurdistan region amid survey of 6,500 sites

Restoration of a fresco depicting the marriage of Dionysus and Ariadne in Pompeii Archaeological Park, July 24, 2026.

Partially restored ancient fresco depicting marriage of Dionysus, Ariadne displayed in Pompeii

Aerial view of the Israel Antiquities Authority excavation in Ramat Gan, August 16, 2026.

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Bronze statue, artifacts reveal ancient cult of Odysseus on Ithaca

Excavations at 'Homer's School' reveal artifacts bearing his name and a bronze statue, confirming the existence of an ancient cult worshiping the hero.

 Bronze statue, artifacts reveal ancient cult of Odysseus on Ithaca.

Underwater drones find pristine gold, relics on lost galleon San José near Pillars of Hercules

High definition ROV images and 3D reconstruction revealed 1707 Lima mint marks on dozens of raw coins scattered 600 metres deep around the wreck.

 Jerusalem Cross, Pillars of Hercules: Underwater drones capture pristine gold on lost galleon San José.

Rare Roman sarcophagus depicting Dionysus and Hercules found in Caesarea

'This is the first time we are finding the scene of the wine contest between the god Dionysus and Hercules on a sarcophagus in our region,' said archaeologist Nohar Shahar.

 Rare Roman sarcophagus depicting Dionysus and Hercules found in Caesarea.

Original architecture of ancient Roman fountain revealed in Perre Ancient City

Director Alkan said, "We have restored the fountain to its appearance from 2,000 years ago by uncovering three water channels."

 Perre, an important local center of the Roman Empire. Small town and necropolis. Adiyaman, Turkey.

World famous dolphin fresco replica in Knossos collapses

Archaeologists cite neglect of Knossos site and urgent need for restoration.

 World famous dolphin fresco replica in Knossos.

African figurines illuminate Early Christian life in the Negev, Israel

Ebony and bone pendants carved in the likeness of African men and women have been documented in three sixth–seventh-century Christian graves at Tel Malḥata, south-east of Beersheba.

 African figurines illuminate Early Christian life in the Negev, Israel

Egypt recovers queen Hatshepsut relics antiquities from the US

Artifacts include gilded sarcophagus lids over 5,500 years old and a Fayum mummy portrait.

 Egypt recovers queen Hatshepsut relics antiquities from the US.

Rare Abbasid-Era red clay flask featuring camel art found in Yatir

Decorated flask uncovered in cave-turned-olive press at Horvat 'Anim; symbol of camels’ central role in early Islamic economy.

 Rare Abbasid-Era red clay flask featuring camel art found in Yatir.

Ancient pyramid, coins, and weapons: Archaeologists unearth Judean Desert treasure trove

A 2,200-year-old pyramid-shaped structure and artifacts were uncovered in the Judean Desert, reshaping history. The IAA-led dig near Nahal Zohar invites volunteers to help uncover its purpose.

Reseachers uncover a pyramid-like structure in the Judean Desert, photo taken March 2025

Thief steals 5,000-year-old 500kg megalith from Immekath I grave

In addition to the seized stone from the megalithic grave, investigators discovered on the property of the convicted individual eight other stones arranged in a circle.

 Megalith tomb.