A secret in saliva
Researchers say human and primate saliva 'could be overlooked hotbeds of evolutionary activity'.
Existence of a prehistoric settlement in the south of Álava is confirmed
The magnetic survey has confirmed the existence of a Neolithic-Chalcolithic settlement in the south of Álava, in the País Vasco.
New Finds from the underwater archaeological excavation at the “Mentor” shipwreck
This year’s archaeological season has been completed by the Ephorate of Underwater Antiquities headed by archaeologist Dr Dimitris Kourkoumelis.
Early humans moved through Mediterranean earlier than believed
An international research team led by scientists from McMaster University has unearthed new evidence in Greece proving that the island of Naxos was inhabited by Neanderthals and earlier humans at least 200,000 years ago.
New Coffins’ Cachette Discovered in Luxor
Details on the discovery will be announced in a press conference scheduled for Saturday Oct. 19.
Arrest of a 77-year-old for the illegal possession of ancient artefacts
Various artefacts were found of the Hellenistic and Roman era, of particular archaeological and scientific value.
Oxyrhynchus papyri sold by renowned professor
A number of ancient papyri from Oxyrhynchus, part of the Egypt Exploration Society’s collection, have been identified as part of the lot allegedly offered for sale by Professor Dirk Obbink to the American chain Hobby Lobby. The Society has issued a statement on the matter.
Study ‘cures’ oldest case of deafness in human evolution
New study examining a 430,000-year-old cranium of a human ancestor that was previously described as deaf.
Lost in combat?
Research team including Göttingen discover belongings of a warrior on unique Bronze Age battlefield site
Da Vinci had designed the largest stone bridge in the world for Constantinople
Despite its great length, the bridge was a single arch flattened on top, without any supports, high enough for tall ships to pass under it.
Airborne laser scan reveals unknown ancient sites
A cutting-edge archaeological project using innovative technology has revealed around 1,000 previously unknown archaeological sites on the Isle of Arran.
Valuable information provided by the Petras cemetery
‟It is the first time in Minoan archaeology that we have so much information from the people themselves, that is, from their skeletal remains,” points out the excavator.
Prehistoric humans ate bone marrow like canned soup 400,000 years ago
Bone and skin preserved the nutritious marrow for later consumption, TAU researchers say.
Private property precipitated Neolithic agricultural revolution
A new interpretation for what archaeologists call the Neolithic Agricultural Revolution.
Gladiator fresco discovered at Pompeii
The scene depicts the impending combat victory of one gladiator over another.
DNA study sheds new light on the people of the Neolithic Battle Axe Culture
Researchers combined archaeological, genetic and stable isotope data to understand the demographic processes associated with the iconic Battle Axe Culture.
Social inequality in Bronze Age households
Nuclear families lived together with foreign women and individuals from lower social classes in the same household.
Ancient Egyptian funerary equipment workshops revealed at Valley of the Monkeys
Ancient Egyptian funerary equipment workshops have been revealed at Luxor’s Valley of the Monkeys by a team of Egyptian archaeologists headed by Dr. Zahi Hawass.
The Mona Lisa is back in her home gallery
In the renovated Salle des États, which will allow for a better flow of visitors.
Meet Siamraptor suwati
Fossils discovered in Thailand represent a new genus and species of predatory dinosaur.
Cretan tomb’s location may have strengthened territorial claim
Examining the position occupied by tombs in their landscape in Prepalatial Crete gives us new insights into the role played by burial sites, mortuary practices and the deceased in the living society.
Excavations continued this year at ancient Alasarna
It is the longest, continuous, systematic archaeological research on the island of Kos, as well as one of the most long term university excavations in Greece.
The key to the development of the mountain mass of Rethymnon is its culture
Professor Nikos Stambolidis, whose name is associated with the excavations at ancient Eleutherna, focuses on the need to link culture with tourism.
Museo del Prado will not lend works by El Greco to the Louvre
The first major El Greco exhibition in France will not feature any paintings by the Greek painter from the Prado Museum.