Cosmic rays illuminate the past
University of Bern researchers have for the first time been able to pin down a prehistoric settlement of early farmers in northern Greece.
What pottery reveals about prehistoric culinary traditions
The analysis of fat traces in over one hundred pottery vessels reveals deep changes in food consumption and preparation by communities.
Hermit conman’s treasure discovered in Świętokrzyskie Mountains
The Świętokrzyska Exploration Group found a treasure of coins from the 17th and 18th centuries in the Świętokrzyskie Mountains.
Early arrival and expansion of palaeolithic people on Cyprus
Researchers have found that Pleistocene hunter-gatherers settled in Cyprus thousands of years earlier than previously thought.
Research team confirms lost Nile River branch
A team led by Eman Ghoneim has discovered the pyramids in Egypt were built along a now abandoned branch of the Nile River.
AGON: Raising The Voices Rarely Heard
Zeta Xekalaki was asked to speak at the Press Conference prior to AGON 2024–12th International Archaeological and Cultural Doc Fest. Here is what she said.
The Acropolis Museum participates in the “Green Cultural Routes”
On Sunday May 26, the Acropolis Museum offers its visitors the thematic presentation “Exploring nature’s elements at the Acropolis Museum”.
Barry Kemp has passed away
The world of Egyptology and archaeology mourns the loss of Barry Kemp, Director of the Amarna project and one of the most influential archaeologists of our time.
Astonishing detail of sunken landscape in the Adriatic Sea
Remains of an astonishing network of streams, rivers and other geological features, all of which were once above ground.
BATH: An international network for the study of ancient baths
The development of an experts’ network facilitating the study of baths and bathing in the ancient world is the aim of a new academic initiative.
Mother-daughter double burial in Roman period Austria
A human double burial combined with a horse interment, discovered in 2004 has been the subject of a comprehensive interdisciplinary study.
GPR and ERT Exploration in the Western Cemetery in Giza, Egypt
A geophysical exploration with ground-penetrating radar and electrical resistivity tomography was conducted at the Western Cemetery, Giza.
National Treasures: Botticelli in Cambridge
Sandro Botticelli’s masterpiece Venus and Mars is the highlight of the Fitzwilliam Museum's exciting new display.
Meet the Stone Age Trøndelag man
4000 years ago, a 25-year-old man died on the island of Hitra. Now he has been given a new lease of life at NTNU University Museum.
A 7000-year-old settlement discovered in Serbia
A field campaign provides important new insights into the Late Neolithic period in Southeastern Europe.
Archaeologists excavate medieval timber hall at Skipsea site
Archaeologists have returned to Skipsea in East Yorkshire to excavate the medieval timber hall uncovered near the site of a Norman castle.
Unique collection of 16th-17th century fabrics and shoes
Archaeologists have found a collection of fabrics and shoes during research at the construction site of the Camerimage film centre in Toruń.
Revealed: face of 75,000-year-old female Neanderthal
A new Netflix documentary has recreated the face of a 75,000-year-old female Neanderthal rebuilt from hundreds of bone fragments.
Roman lead was Cordovan
Three ingots dating from the Roman era demonstrate the importance of lead production and exportation in northern Cordoba.
Fortified Royal “Rest House” excavated in Tell Habwa
The Egyptian archaeological mission working at the Tell Habwa site has revealed the remains of a mud-brick building.
Acropolis Museum: The Parthenon and Byron
The exhibition “The Parthenon and Byron. On the occasion of 200 years anniversary since Byron’s death” will open to the public on Friday 26 April 2024.
Robot to find Norway’s hidden cultural heritage
The Norwegian Institute for Cultural Heritage Research (NIKU) and AutoAgri are launching a revolutionary self-driving ground penetrating radar (GPR) for archaeological survey.
Statue head of Ramesses II repatriated to Egypt from Switzerland
A statue head of Ramesses II which had been stolen and located in Switzerland, has been recovered and repatriated to Egypt.
Archaeologists discover sealed 18th century glass bottles
As part of the Mansion Revitalization Project at George Washington’s Mount Vernon, archaeologists have made a significant discovery.