Excavations

Scandinavia's largest prehistoric mound is not a tomb, but a memorial to a natural disaster - study

Archaeological excavations that have taken place at Raknehaugen, have all failed to discover evidence that would typically indicate a burial mound, such as a grave or human remains.

Excavations of Raknehaugen, Norway, in 1939.
A fragment of the handgun found in Brandenburg, Germany in 2023.

Handgun fragments found near Germany's Kletzke Castle may date to 14th century, new research shows

Rare half-shekel coin discovered in Judean Desert by the Israel Antiquities Authority, February 26, 2026.

Rare half-shekel coin used in biblical census count discovered by archaeologists in Judean Desert

Pottery vessels, discovered alongside jewelry and other artifacts, inside Old Kingdom tombs at the Qubbet el-Hawa site in Aswan, Egypt, February 26, 2026.

‘Secrets of ancient Egypt’: Old Kingdom tombs, artifacts discovered on Nile's west bank


Mercury gemstone and ritual knife found in Roman-era German Settlement

Discoveries challenge previous assumptions about Roman influence in the region, revealing extensive Roman activity and complex interactions with local populations.

 Mercury gemstone and ritual knife found in Roman-era German Settlement.

Study: Anatolian hunter-gatherers smelted copper 9,000 years ago

An analysis suggests the copper was exposed to temperatures exceeding 1,000 degrees celsius, indicating a much more advanced control of fire than previously thought for this period.

 Study: Anatolian hunter-gatherers smelted copper 9,000 years ago.

New archaeological evidence could confirm the Church of the Holy Sepulchre as Jesus' crucifixion

A team of researchers from Sapienza University of Rome discovered remains of a plant dated to the time of Jesus’ death in the spring of 33 CE.

 View of the main entrance to the Church of the Holy Sepulchre in Old City of Jerusalem.

Ancient couple's relief found in Pompeii

The symbolism of the carved accessories of the woman may identify her as a priestess of Ceres, indicating her involvement in the religious sphere of Pompeii.

 Ancient couple's relief found in Pompeii.

Cutting-edge tech reveals lost gate of Sicilian necropolis

Excavations at the ancient Greek city of Selinunte revealed portions of the long-lost walls and the north gate.

 Cutting-edge tech reveals lost gate of Sicilian necropolis.

Archaeologist buried in India excavation, police files charges against excavation chief

Last week, Indian police filed a First Information Report (FIR) against IIT Delhi's Assistant Professor Dixit following a complaint from Ram Khelawan Verma, the father of the deceased scholar.

 The Lothal Civilization.

Homeric jug reveals wine was an everyday drink in Troy

In Troy, wine was far from being reserved solely for the rich and powerful, indicating that it was an element present in the daily lives of its inhabitants.

 Homeric jug reveals wine was an everyday drink in Troy.

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

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.

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

Underwater excavation to begin at Loch Achilty’s medieval crannog

Crannogs contain some of the best-preserved evidence for Scotland's past, says Dr Helen Spencer.

 Loch Achilty in the Scottish Highlands.