New face of the Vampire Woman
An image of the so-called vampire woman from Pień was publicized by Oscar Nilsson, a sculptor and archeologist from Sweden.
Archaeological discoveries by UW researchers at Gonio-Apsaros
Mosaic fragments, a gold votive badge and amphora kilns came to light during this year's expedition at Gonio-Apsaros.
Into the great wide open
Genetic study of the wider Caucasus region shows how movement of people and innovation transfer enabled pastoralists to exploit the steppe zones of Eurasia.
Have we recovered all the major Maya cities?
Using laser-guided imaging to peer through dense jungle forests, Tulane University researchers have uncovered vast unexplored Maya settlements in Mexico.
‘Unique’ Bronze Age hoard acquired by National Museums Scotland
A bronze age hoard found by a metal detectorist in the Scottish Borders in 2020 has been acquired by National Museums Scotland.
Mary Rose bones link handedness to collarbone chemistry
Analysis of centuries-old human skeletal remains could deepen today’s understanding of how bone chemistry changes with age.
Excavation at the Panagia Karmiotissa site, Kato Ptolemidia
The Department of Antiquities, Deputy Ministry of Culture, announces the completion of the second excavation season of the “Panagia Karmiotissa” project.
Archanes: This year’s excavation
An important and rare find came to light during this year's excavation of the Minoan palace at Archanes, Crete.
Ancient Mothers and Motherhood
International conference that will take place at the Palais des Beaux-Arts de Lille (France) on the 11th, 12th and 13th of June 2025.
First settlers in Europe
An extraordinary find in southern Serbia sheds light on the origins of the first sedentary societies in Europe.
DNA analysis reveals details about the Man in the Well
Analyses of the skeleton retrieved from the well at Sverresborg in Trondheim in 2016 shed new light on a dramatic story from King Sverre’s saga.
One of the oldest wooden tools ever found in Britain
Wessex Archaeology announces the discovery of one of the oldest and most complete wooden tools ever found in Britain.
The Last Dynasty
A definitive and thrilling new account of the last great dynasty of ancient Egypt, from Alexander the Great to Cleopatra.
Motherhood and Early Childhood in Ancient Egypt
A richly nuanced analysis of how ancient Egyptian society regarded and dealt with pregnancy, mothers, birth, and children.
Early Celtic burial chamber discovered near Riedlingen
During archaeological excavations on the plains of the Danube near Riedlingen, a burial chamber from the Early Celtic period was discovered.
New evidence for the temple of Ramesses II at Abydos
Archaeologists were able to excavate all of the temple’s enclosure walls, temple palace, and storage magazines.
Large, high-elevation cities along Asia’s Silk Roads
Archaeologists have captured stunning details of two newly documented trade cities high in the mountains of Uzbekistan.
New paintings and details in the Egyptian temple of Esna
The joint restoration project brings to light new images of gods and kings in scenes of religious significance.
Religion and power in the Eastern Mediterranean
Course about the transformation of Christianity and the broader religious landscape after the 4th c. as that interacted with political power.
Leverhulme Early Career Fellowships
The Centre for Spartan & Peloponnesian Studies welcomes expressions of interest (EoI) from outstanding early career scholars.
Assistant Director position
The Irish Institute of Hellenic Studies at Athens is pleased to call for applications for the position of Assistant Director (full-time).
British School at Athens Centenary Bursary
Applications are invited from university graduates of Greek or Cypriot nationality for awards to cover the expenses of a stay in the UK.
How early humans evolved to eat starch
As ancient societies developed different diets, the new research suggests, they evolved to have different numbers of amylase genes.
Renowned Egyptologist Donald Redford has passed away
Over his 60-year career, Professor Redford produced and advised over 30 successful PhD candidates, all of whom achieved placement, and a series of reference works in Egyptology.