Approval of studies for the antiquities in the Thessaloniki Metro
The Ministry of Culture and Sports is proceeding with the completion of an extremely complex archaeological project the like of which has never been realized until now.
A new chapter in the history of evolution
Two-million-year-old DNA has been identified for the first time opening a new chapter in the history of evolution.
Climate whiplash increased wildfires on California’s west coast
Speleothems as a source of information on historic climate? Hydroclimate volatility and increase in natural forest fire events are linked.
International Conference: The Greek World and India
The aim of the Conference is to bring to the forefront the most recent research on the interaction, communication and influences between the Greek World and India from the period when these were at their peak, following Alexander’s the Great quest into Asia, until Modern Times.
Sr-Nd isotope baseline for the Silk Road regions
Recently, Associate Professor LV Qinqin from the University of Science and Technology of China (USTC) of the Chinese Academy of Sciences (CAS), constructed the first largescale, semi-quantitative Sr-Nd isotope baseline for the vast Silk Road regions.
Discovery of a rare lead sling bullet bearing a magic inscription for victory
The inscriptions were part of psychological warfare, the main purpose of which was to terrorize the opponent, and in addition, to unite the warriors and raise their spirits.
Ancient tools provide earliest evidence of rice harvesting
A new Dartmouth-led study analyzing stone tools provides the earliest evidence of rice harvesting, dating to as early as 10,000 years ago.
Ancient DNA research projects nominated for top archaeology award
Project has been nominated for a major award by the UK’s best-selling archaeology magazine, Current Archaeology.
When the Neanderthals… walked on Mount Smolikas in northwestern Greece
Professor N. Efstratiou talks to the AMNA about the research in the region of Samarina.
Stunning necklace found in 7th c. Anglo-Saxon burial
The find, described as “once-in-a-lifetime” piece, is made of gold and gemstone and dates back to 630-670 AD.
New addition to the UNESCO list of the Intangible Cultural Heritage
August Fifteenth festivities in two highland communities of Northern Greece: The Grand Dance in Vlasti and Syrrako festival.
Researchers unveil evolution of Paleodiet at Neolithic Site of Qujialing
Study unveiled the economic characteristics and dietary change in the middle catchment of the Yangtze River Basin in Neolithic times.
Threat, Risk, and Uncertainty in the Ancient Near East
The organisers of OPCA 2023 are delighted to announce that submissions are now open on the theme of ‘DANGER! Threat, Risk, and Uncertainty in the Ancient Near East and Beyond’.
Investigation of drainage system under the Colosseum
The findings have helped researchers better understand the content of the events and the habits of the spectators.
Festive mood at the Acropolis Museum
This year, the Acropolis Museum invites you to experience a festive season with family programs, evening gallery tours for adults, hidden stories of the exhibits, unique gift creations in the Museum Shop and festive meals at the restaurant.
New finds from the Ptolemaic Philadelphia in Egypt’s Fayoum
A huge funerary building from the Ptolemaic and Roman periods, as well as a number of Fayoum portraits have come to light.
Survey at Kalavasos-Laroumena and Arkhangelos
In July 2022 the “Kalavasos-Laroumena and Arkhangelos Archaeological Research Project” (K-LAARP) conducted surface survey at the above localities at Kalavasos under the direction of Dr. Mara Horowitz.
Fossil overturns knowledge about the origin of modern birds
Fossilised fragments of a skeleton have helped upend one of the longest-standing assumptions about the origins of modern birds.
Lost Medieval Chapel Sheds Light on Royal Burials at Westminster Abbey
New data demonstrates how a section of the building was once the focus for the royal family’s devotion to the cult of a disemboweled saint.
Document signed by Charles Darwin up for auction
The item is likely to fetch more than a million pounds, a record price for a Darwin manuscript.
Gold from Troy, Poliochni and Ur all had same origin
The gold in objects from Troy, Poliochni and Ur in Mesopotamia have the same geographic origin and were traded over great distances.
Findings from Uluburun shipwreck reveal complex trade network
Small communities of highland pastoralists living in present-day Uzbekistan produced and supplied one-third of the tin found aboard the ship.
DNA from medieval Germany tells the origin story of Ashkenazi Jews
Research team analyzed genome-wide data for 33 Jewish individuals from 14th century Erfurt, Germany.
New important finds at ancient Antissa
The excavation by the Ephorate of Antiquities of Lesbos continues since 2017 on the Ovriokastron peninsula.