Romans
Experts use AI to crack mystery of 2,000-year-old Roman board game found in Netherlands - study
“This is the first time that AI-driven simulated play has been used in concert with archaeological methods to identify a board game,” Crist concluded.
Frescos of a peacock, fruit discovered in Roman villa near Pomepii belonging to Emperor Nero's wife
'Nothing quite like it': UK Treasure Act names Roman carriage ornament Essex's first 'treasure'
Archaeologists discover Anglo-Saxon child buried with shield, spear in medieval cemetery in Kent
Cicero’s sunken paradise? Archaeologists find ancient Roman bathhouse in underwater city
A sunken thermal spa near Naples offers an extraordinary glimpse into elite Roman leisure, complete with intact heating systems and fresco-covered walls.
Beginner’s luck: Archeology student finds 9th-century gold on her first dig
The 20-year-old’s incredible find may be linked to early medieval ceremonial practices and confirms the long-lasting importance of the ancient Roman road, Dere Street.
Mosaic with Star of David and Hidden Messages in Ancient Greek Found in Turkey
Turkish archaeologists found a 35 sqm mosaic in Diyarbakır with a Star of David, cross motif, six lines of Ancient Greek text, and geometric patterns during a grave excavation in Ergani district.
1,800-year-old Roman water system unearthed at Zerzevan Castle, Turkey
The site was added to the UNESCO World Heritage Temporary List in 2020.
East German quartet sentenced in Manching Museum heist, but treasure remains lost
On November 22, 2022, a heist at the Celtic-Roman Museum in Manching, Bavaria, led to the theft of 483 gold coins weighing around 3.7 kilograms.
Prof. Dr. Yusuf Sezgin's Team Unveils 1400-Year-Old Roman Bronze Cauldron in Pergamon
After restoration, the hammer marks on the bronze vessel are clearly observable.
Google's AI tool Aeneas aids historians in interpreting ancient Roman inscriptions
Developed by Google DeepMind, Aeneas helps scholars restore missing text and date ancient inscriptions.
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.
Early Byzantine chapel and complex discovered at Konuralp Ancient Theatre
Findings include mosaics, apses, and possibly a larger complex from the early Byzantine period.
Archaeological dig at St Albans pub hailed as 'huge success'
A four-day event attracted approximately 2,400 visitors.
