Research on British teeth unlocks potential for new insights into ancient diets
Researchers analysing the teeth of Britons from the Iron Age to the modern day have unlocked the potential for using proteins in tooth tartar to reveal what our ancestors ate.
Position of Iron age holey skull puzzles scientists
A skull bearing holes, discovered in Italy a few years ago, has now been examined by paleopathologists yielding information as to the nature of the burial.
Roman and Byzantine era finds in Mitt Abu al-Kom
Roman and Byzantine chambers have been uncovered during rescue excavations carried out in Mitt Abu al-Kom at Marya site, Alexandria.
The origins of pottery linked with intensified fishing in the post-glacial period
A study into some of the earliest known pottery remains has suggested that the rise of ceramic production was closely linked with intensified fishing at the end of the last Ice Age.
Archaeologists discover bread that predates agriculture by 4,000 years
It is the oldest direct evidence of bread found to date, predating the advent of agriculture by at least 4,000 years.
2nd Sculpture Symposium at the Museum of Marble Craft
Four established artists with two graduates and two students of the Fine Art School of Panormos, Tinos will create original works in marble.
More on mummies, embalming equipment discovered south of Pyramid of Unas
A mummification workshop along with a communal burial place has been found south of king Unas Pyramid in Saqqara.
Remnants of human activity found during construction of TAP
More archaeological remnants of human activity in Central Macedonia from the Prehistoric to the Byzantine period have been brought to light in archaeological excavations, carried out in the context of construction works for the Trans Adriatic Pipeline (TAP) AG.
Growing a dinosaur’s dinner
Scientists have measured the nutritional value of herbivore dinosaurs' diet by growing their food in atmospheric conditions similar to those found roughly 150 million years ago.
Discovered Cellini’s self-portrait officially priced at €107 million
After completing a thorough investigation, the Tamoikin Art Fund, for the first time, was able to scientifically determine the value of this rare historic artwork.
Unknown petroglyph site discovered
Qatar Museums announced the discovery of a formerly unknown petroglyph site in the center of the Qatari Peninsula.
Archaeologists discover medieval graves In Sicily
Polish archaeologists have discovered over 800 years old burials during excavations near the medieval church of San Michele del Golfo near Palermo in Sicily.
Mystery of the Basel papyrus solved
This 2,000-year-old document was not a single papyrus at all, but rather several layers of papyrus glued together.
Gianoulis Chalepas: Return to Pyrgos
The exhibition has an undoubtedly unique feature: It places Chalepa’s entire work in its “natural” setting, illuminating new interpretive approaches.
Otzi’s last meal contained a remarkably high fat content
Mummy researchers from Eurac Research have analysed the stomach contents of the glacier mummy.
An ancient city at Palatiano, Kilkis
The archaeological site is open from Tuesday to Sunday, from 08.00 to 16.00 (till the end of September).
Discovery of ancient tools in China suggests humans left Africa earlier than previously thought
Ancient tools and bones discovered in China by archaeologists suggest early humans left Africa and arrived in Asia earlier than previously thought.
ANU scientists discover the world’s oldest colors
Scientists from The Australian National University (ANU) and overseas have discovered the oldest colours in the geological record.
Eating bone marrow played a key role in the evolution of the human hand
The strength required to access the high calorie content of bone marrow may have played a key role in the evolution of the human hand and explain why primates hands are not like ours, research at the University of Kent has found.
Research team uncovers lost images from the 19th century using 21st century tech
Art curators will be able to recover images on daguerreotypes, the earliest form of photography that used silver plates.
Our fractured African roots
Human ancestors were scattered across Africa, and largely kept apart by a combination of diverse habitats and shifting environmental boundaries, such as forests and deserts.
The NADIM Foundation seeks Coptologist
The NADIM Foundation seeks a competent researcher in the fields of Coptic and Greco-Roman Art and Architecture.
“Kipos/the Garden”: a café with a history
We are talking about the historic “Kipos/Garden” Cafe in the heart of Chania’s public gardens and a member of the European Historic Cafes Association.
Ancient bones reveal 2 whale species lost from the Mediterranean Sea
Ancient bones from Roman archaeological sites reveal 2 whale species lost from the Mediterranean Sea.