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Lamp wicks that may be the earliest known identified in Israel

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9,750-year-old ‘street’ found in Central Anatolia’s Canhasan 3 mound

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Turkish excavations reveal 8-meter-long street structure and systematic passages providing settlement access, showing sophisticated urban planning in pre-pottery Neolithic period.

News - ArchaeoDoodles Returns for IAD 2025 - Archaeological Institute of America

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IAD news from the AIA

'Breakthrough Discovery' Made at World-Famous Archaeological Site

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A “breakthrough discovery” at a famed archaeological site revealed private homes which remained concealed during decades of work.

Archaeology : How discoveries in Morocco are rewriting human prehistory

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Over the past two decades, Morocco has witnessed major archaeological breakthroughs that have reshaped international research. Beyond confirming the country as a rich reservoir of prehistoric heritage, these discoveries and the scientific

Scientists rebuild ancient south indian faces - and discover traces of Middle Eastern ancestry

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The first facial reconstructions from Keeladi hint at forgotten migrations and surprising diversity.

Only the second of its kind: what this ancient seal reveals about Yaroslav the Wise

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Experts are calling it one of the oldest Russian seals ever found.

The Mediterranean’s most famous underwater monument hides a delicate ritual

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Since 2004, experts have used eco-friendly methods to care for the Christ of the Abyss near Genoa.

Moose have lived in Colorado for centuries – unpacking the evidence from history, archaeology and oral traditions

Informal estimates by Colorado Parks and Wildlife put the moose population at around 3,500 animals.

'We never had concrete proof': Archaeologists discover Christian cross in Abu Dhabi, proving 1,400-year-old site was a monastery

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The discovery of a Christian cross proves that eighth-century houses found in the United Arab Emirates were part of a monastery.

1,400-year-old Christian cross unearthed in UAE desert monastery

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Stunning gypsum artifact reveals ancient faith, cultural exchange, and peaceful coexistence on Sir Bani Yas Island.

Fire Clears the Way for Faith: Ancient Village Linked to Jesus' Apostles Emerges from Ashes

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A wildfire near the Sea of Galilee exposed Roman-era ruins and early Christian clues that may confirm the true location of Bethsaida.

Sonar Scan Reveals Hidden Fleet Beneath German Lake

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From 17 mystery barrels to WWII wreckage, the Wrecks and Deep Sea project has turned Lake Constance into a submerged museum of European history.

East Lothian in Scotland,UK, Hosts Archaeology & Heritage Fortnight 2025: A Celebration of History and Discovery

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East Lothian Archaeology & Heritage Fortnight returns in 2025 with over sixty events, from walking tours to excavations and historic site visits.

51-year-old Scot caught stealing artifacts from Pompeii

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The man could face a summons for trial, with a possible sentence of up to six years in prison and a maximum fine of €1,500.

First confirmed artifacts from Emperor Nintoku’s 5th-century tomb in Japan

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Artifacts from Emperor Nintoku’s Daisen Kofun confirmed for the first time since the 19th century are now displayed in Japan.

News - Ancient Buddhist Prayer Scroll Digitally Unwrapped

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BERLIN, GERMANY—Popular Science reports that German scientists used advanced technology to virtually unroll a delicate […]

Long Droughts May Have Played a Significant Role in the Decline of Ancient Mayan Civilization

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In a new study, a team of researchers found repeated periods of severe drought concurrent with the years of the Maya civilization's collapse.

Vanishing Lake Reveals Lost Easter Island Moai - Even the Ancestors Didn't Know It Was There

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Archaeologist Terry Hunt warns that the small statue found may signal dozens of hidden statues beneath the dried mud and plans to use ground-penetrating radar to locate them.

Harvard researcher: Ancient livestock may have carried plague across Eurasia

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Study by Max Planck Institute and partners detects the late neolithic bronze age plague strain in a 4,000-year-old Arkaim sheep, linking human and animal infections.

Former school teacher to release book on couple's contribution to archaeology

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The book gives an account of one couple's "extraordinary contribution" to the understanding of Scotland's prehistoric past.

Did Divers Stumble Upon an 18-Century Pirate Ship?

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East Carolina University researchers say uniquely preserved timber from spanish colonial trees and an eighteenth century cannon recovered nearby support identification as La Fortuna.

8,000-year-old artifacts unearthed in Ashe County by Appalachian State archaeology team

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An Appalachian State archaeology team has uncovered a remarkable ancient campsite in Ashe County, revealing artifacts around 8,000 to 1,000 years old.

Helping families say goodbye: Archaeologists give closure for those lost on October 7

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SOCIAL AFFAIRS: Archaeolgists proved that preserving memories are a crucial part of Israel's recovery from the October 7 massacre.

3,000-year-old burial of elite teen unearthed in Iran, with gold jewelry and astonishing 'scorpion' cosmetics box

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The extraordinary burial of a teenager buried with gold jewelry and a snake- and scorpion-decorated cosmetics box has been unearthed in Iran — and it may date to more than 3,000 years ago.

New Excavation at Trou Al'Wesse Reveals Homo Sapiens' First Steps in Northwestern Europe

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New excavations at Trou Al'Wesse are uncovering groundbreaking evidence of Homo sapiens' early presence in northwestern Europe.

From Copper Coins to Bone Tools: Kabul Receives Rare Artifacts for Restoration After Decades of War

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The Taliban is moving a cache including pottery, metal, glass and ivory pieces, some over 5,000 years old, from a mine.

Researcher Uncovers Lost Maya Rebel City Deep in Chiapas

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Archeologist Josuhé Lozada Toledo said, "it was the most exhausting field experience of my career, but in the end, we found the archaeological evidence just where the computer model predicted."

4,000-Year-Old High: Unveiling Betel Nut Use in Southeast Asia's Burial Grounds

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Researchers uncover ancient evidence of psychedelics use in ancient Thailand.

Incredible Egypt discovery dating back 4,000 years unearthed

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Researchers were beyond excited to find a full set of fingerprints on the bottom of a clay house, which helped them imagine the potter who made the piece.

News - Early Bronze Age Flint Workshop Discovered in Israel

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KIRYAT GAT, ISRAEL—According to a statement released by the Israel Antiquities Authority (IAA), archaeologists unearthed […]