Archeology
Vatican ambassador visits Israel Museum’s archaeology wing
Archbishop Giorgio Lingua visited the Israel Museum's Archaeology Department, which houses various historical artifacts, including those related to the crucifixion and Jesus Christ.
The general's covenant: Why Napoleon's lost talisman is destined for Israel - opinion
Archaeology under fire: Political protests threaten Israel’s heritage - opinion
Hidden in Jerusalem's Old City, collector stumbles upon rare Jewish treasure from Morocco
Ancient seal discovered in Temple Mount soil may link to King Josiah's era
Based on the writing style, the sealing dates to the late First Temple period, approximately the late-7th to early-6th century BCE.
Did Neanderthals have 'family recipes'? Study suggests butchery practices in ancient groups
Their meticulous examination of cut-marks on the remains of animal prey revealed patterns that cannot be explained by differences in skill, resources, or available tools at each site.
Archaeologists in Peru unveil 3,500-year-old city that linked coast and Andes
Archaeologists unveil Peñico, a city that thrived 3,500 years ago, linking Pacific coast cultures with those in the Amazon.
How Israel safeguards archaeological treasures amid Iranian attacks
DOMESTIC AFFAIRS: Museum staff members across Israeli institutions face the challenge of protecting some of the most important artifacts of humankind.
Rare 1,900-Year-Old bronze lion heads uncovered in Sharon region, symbolic of regional diversity
The lion heads are intricately designed, with each face bearing a different expression and distinct features.
Archaeologists reveal mythological scene on ancient sarcophagus found in Caesarea
The sarcophagus was discovered outside the known walls of Caesarea, indicating that the ancient city was far more extensive than previously thought.
Stunning 1,600-year-old Byzantine mosaic unveiled in Western Negev
Known as the Be’er Shema (Birsama) mosaic, it stands out as one of the most impressive ancient mosaics found in southern Israel.
Inscription of Pharaoh Ramses III discovered in southern Jordan
Archaeologists in southern Jordan have uncovered a rare royal inscription bearing the seal of Pharaoh Ramses III, dating back over 3,000 years.
From strategic port to archaeological gem: Lefkada's ancient theater emerges
Researchers estimate the theater was constructed around the 4th century BC during the city's economic prosperity.
130,000-year-old clues from Israel’s Tinshemet Cave point to shared Homo behaviors
These findings came from an excavation led by Israeli researchers from Hebrew University, Tel Aviv University, and other academic institutions in the country starting back in 2017.