New insights into the life of the “Ice Prince”
He became known as the “Ice Prince of Mattsies” due to the spectacular method used to recover his remains...
Over 100 archaeological structures found at Gran Pajatén, Peru
The first major discovery in the region since the 1980s more than doubles the known archaeological structures at the Chachapoya complex.
New method for accessing proteins in ancient human remains
A new method could soon unlock the vast repository of biological information held in the proteins of ancient soft tissues.
A sweeping study of 7,000 years of monuments in South Arabia
How ancient pastoralists changed placement and construction of monuments over time in the face of environmental and cultural forces.
Frida: The making of an icon
”Frida Kahlo: The Making of an Icon“ at Tate Modern showcases works by the artist that introduce her ‘many selves’.
Homo erectus from the seabed
Archaeological finds off the coast of Java, Indonesia provide insight into the world of Homo erectus, 140,000 years ago.
Three Tombs Unearthed in Dra Abu El-Naga
Three tombs from the New Kingdom have been uncovered during the current excavation season at Dra Abu El-Naga on the west bank of Luxor.
Study reveals different phases of evolution during Ice Age
A new study has provided fresh insights into how animals such as the woolly mammoth evolved to survive the cold during the Ice Age.
The Roman massacre that never happened
Bodies recovered from a ‘war-cemetery’ previously linked to the Maiden Castle Iron Age hillfort, did not die in a single dramatic event.
Earliest Use of Psychoactive and Medicinal Plant ‘Harmal’
A new study uses metabolic profiling to uncover ancient knowledge systems behind therapeutic and psychoactive plant use in ancient Arabia.
Roman relief depicting Roman Victory goddess found
The relief, a symbolic find marking the end of an ancient war, was uncovered at Roman Vindolanda on Hadrian’s Wall.
Getty restores Artemisia Gentileschi painting
Five years after surviving an explosion in Beirut, the painting goes on view in a display focused on the artist’s portrayal of strong women.
Archaeologist sailing like a Viking makes unexpected discoveries
Archaeologist Greer Jarrett at Lund University in Sweden has been sailing in the footsteps of Vikings for three years.
Dutch Museum returns ‘priceless’ Benin Bronzes to Nigeria
Wearing protective gloves, a staff member at the Wereldmuseum in Leiden carefully removes a Benin Bronze from display, puts it on a pillow...
1,000 years of genetic history in the Low Countries
KU Leuven geneticists and international colleagues have conducted the largest DNA study on human remains from a single medieval burial site.
Stone by Stone
The approximately 5,500-year-old Küsterberg megalithic tomb was partially reconstructed this spring by the City of Haldensleben.
The Ephorate of Palaeoanthropology and Speleology bids farewell to Yannis Tzedakis
The Ephorate of Palaeoanthropology and Speleology bids farewell to Yannis Tzedakis, who passed away last week at the age of 87.
Akrotiri, Thera – Zakros, Crete: “Parallel Lives”
By Lefteris Platon (Professor in the Department of History and Archaeology of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens).
Paros: Impressive findings of ancient sculpture workshop
Excavations at the site of the ancient sculpture workshop at the site "Floga" in Parikia, Paros, have been completed for this season.
Join the Timeless Treasures Project
The Museum of Chelmsford recently announced that a hoard of 933 gold Iron Age coins, thought to be possibly linked to Julius Caesar.
Sarcophagus of the Spouses undergoes restoration in public view
The most iconic works of Etruscan art, is currently undergoing a major restoration — and visitors can watch the process live.
Archaeological Museum Frankfurt: guided tour
Guided tour to the highlights of the Archaeological Museum Frankfurt and the Imperial Palace franconofurd in English language.
Archaeologist Panos Valavanis dies at 71
Archaeologist and Emeritus Professor of Classical Archaeology Panos Valavanis passed away on May 14, 2025, at the age of 71.
Amathous-West Terrace Exploration Project
The Department of Antiquities, Deputy Ministry of Culture, announces the completion of the first excavation season at Amathous-West Terrace.