Excavations casting light on stone age life
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Records of Pompeii’s survivors have been found – and archaeologists are starting to understand how they rebuilt their lives
The story of the eruption of Mount Vesuvius is no longer one of annihilation; it also includes the people who managed to escape the city.
Rare, intact ancient Roman burial unearthed during excavations in eastern Croatia
Previously, a total of 44 other Roman graves were discovered during excavations for the project, however the most recent find is the first to be fully undisturbed.
News - Scientists Evaluate Sámi Burial in Finland
KUUSAMO, FINLAND—According to a statement released by the University of Turku, researchers from the University […]
British heritage charity constructs replica of 4,500-year-old prehistoric building near Stonehenge
It is expected to be completed and open to the public by summer, before becoming in September a “living-history learning space for school groups."
UCalgary archaeology students take to the fields in Edworthy Park
The annual archaeology partnership between the University of Calgary and the City of Calgary is well underway in Edworthy Park.
Armenia to host European Archaeology Days events
Armenia will host the “European Archaeology Days” event from June 12 to 14, the country’s Ministry of Education, Science, Culture and Sports said.According...
Catapult the cow! 6 medieval castles that were never conquered
Many medieval castles were formidable stone fortifications. Live Science takes a look at six that were never conquered.
Bronze Age towers in Sardinia remained centers of worship and ritual in the Iron Age
Study finds Bronze Age towers in Sardinia remained ritual and worship centers during the Iron Age, with swords, pottery, and offerings.
News - Early Herders in East Africa Continued to Collect Wild Foods
VANCOUVER, CANADA—Analysis of isotope levels in teeth from more than 100 people who lived between […]
UF fast-tracks graduate students into high-demand archaeology careers
As infrastructure projects surge nationwide, the country is facing a widespread shortage of archaeologists.
Monuments of kingship: Power, memory, and belief at Jelling
Study of the monuments at Jelling has revealed much about an extraordinary royal complex in 10th-century Denmark. Olympia Bobou, Ilaria Bucci, Rowan S Engli ...
This Pompeii victim was likely a doctor trying to help survivors
Technology is humanizing one of the many victims of the Mount Vesuvius eruption in 79 CE.
2,000-year-old Han tomb discovered in Hohhot, revealing ancient cultural exchanges
Archaeologists have discovered a high-ranking tomb from the Han Dynasty (206BC-AD220) in Hohhot, capital city of North China's Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region. Beyond unearthed artifacts, excavation of the tomb has provided insight into the cultural exchanges between China's frontier regions and the Central Plains over 2,000 years ago.
Archaeologists Just Can't Stop Finding Viking Hoards
An archaeological revolution has overturned decades of assumptions.
An Ancient Tomb Held Anonymous Bodies for 2,300 Years. Turns Out They’re Famous Royals.
In a startling development, archaeologists say these mysterious skeletons are the father and son of this legendary ruler.
Archaeologists continue excavations of early medieval settlement near Kirkby Thore
Archaeologists working on the A66 route in Cumbria, England, have uncovered more traces of an early medieval settlement near Kirkby Thore. - HeritageDaily - Archaeology News
1,000-year-old English coins created against Viking raids found in Denmark
Two rare 1,000-year-old English Christian coins created against Viking raids were found in Denmark as Viking jewelry.
Wooden platform older than Stonehenge found hidden beneath man-made island in Scotland
The analysis found that the crannog started out as a circular wooden platform, measuring at around 23 meters across, and topped with brushwood.
News - 1,500-Year-Old Gold Ornament Discovered in Southern Norway
AUSTRÅTT, NORWAY—According to a Science Norway report, a hiker discovered a rare gold fitting for […]
News - Prehistoric High-Altitude Site Discovered in Spain
BELLATERRA, SPAIN—According to a statement released by the Autonomous University of Barcelona (UAB), an international […]
Archaeologists discover 700 year old mummy that rewrites history books on deadly disease
The tooth of an ancient mummy from a civilisation that preceded the Inca Empire has opened up a new way of thinking
5,000-year-old artificial island hidden in Scottish loch predates Stonehenge
Archaeologists uncover a 5,000-year-old artificial island in a Scottish loch, revealing a Neolithic crannog older than Stonehenge.
News - 'Lamb of God' Coins Issued by Desperate English King Found in Denmark
COPENHAGEN, DENMARK—The Viking Herald reports that two rare English “Lamb of God” coins were recently […]
Ancient bathhouse and Roman villa with mosaics unearthed in Alexandria during rescue excavation
Archaeologists in Alexandria uncovered a Ptolemaic bathhouse, Roman villa, mosaics, and statues during a rescue excavation in Moharram Bek.
Collection of gold beads, amulets discovered during excavations on Greek island
All 32 of the items were found in excellent condition and believed to have belonged to a gold necklace or pendent.
Viking Boat Grave Found Beneath Oslo Royal Manor Site
Archaeologists working in Norway's capital have unearthed evidence that is prompting a major reassessment of the city's early development. During recent excavations at the ruins of the medieval royal