The body of American archaeologist Karla Dana has been recovered from the sea off Norway after the replica Viking boat she was sailing in capsized during an expedition from the Faroe Islands. The incident occurred on Tuesday, while the six-member crew was participating in the “Legendary Viking Voyage” aboard the Naddoddur. The Norwegian Joint Rescue Coordination Centre rescued the five surviving passengers, but Dana, 29, … Continue reading American archaeologist drowns after Viking replica boat capsizes in Norway

A rare First Temple period stone seal featuring paleo-Hebrew script and an image of a protective demon has been discovered in Jerusalem. Found in the Davidson Archaeological Garden near the Temple Mount, the seal is about 2,700 years old and bears the inscription “LeYeho’ezer ben Hosh’ayahu” in mirror writing. The seal, which likely belonged to a senior official in the Kingdom of Judah, depicts a … Continue reading ‘Extremely rare, beautiful’ First Temple-era ‘genie’ seal discovered in Jerusalem

A 4-year-old boy accidentally broke a 3,500-year-old Bronze Age jar during a visit to the Hecht Museum at the University of Haifa in Israel. The rare, fully intact jar, dating back to between 2200 and 1500 B.C., fell when the boy, out of curiosity, slightly pulled on it. The museum director, Inbal Rivlin, acknowledged that it was an accident and assured that the response would … Continue reading 4-year-old boy accidentally smashes 3,500-year-old Bronze Age jar at museum

Archaeologists in Turkey have discovered a 3,500-year-old tablet inscribed with cuneiform writing, offering insights into life during the Late Bronze Age. The small tablet, found at the ancient site of Alalakh (now Tell Atchana), dates back to the 15th century BC and appears to be an itemized receipt for the purchase of a large amount of furniture, written in Akkadian cuneiform. The find, made during … Continue reading Archaeologists unearth tiny 3,500-year-old clay tablet following an earthquake

Archaeologists in Kazakhstan’s Turkistan region uncovered ancient treasures in a 2,000-year-old burial mound, believed to date back to the Kangyu Era. The finds, which include a Chinese bronze mirror, a Roman fibula, gold earrings, and other items, suggest the buried individual was of high status. The discoveries highlight the Kangyu state’s connections along the Silk Road with powerful empires like Rome and China. The artifacts … Continue reading Ancient treasure dating back thousands of years unearthed in burial mound

A Danish archaeology student discovered seven Viking-era silver arm rings near Aarhus, Denmark’s second-largest city, highlighting the area’s significance as a Viking hub. The rings, found by 22-year-old Gustav Bruunsgaard, date back to around 800 CE. Some of the rings have ties to Viking settlements in present-day Russia and Ukraine, while others are typical of southern Scandinavia and England. The total weight of the rings … Continue reading Archaeology student finds 7 stunning Viking silver arm rings, Danish museum says

Archaeologists from the Israel Antiquities Authority are excavating a large quarry at Mount Hotzvim in Jerusalem, uncovering significant artifacts from the Second Temple period. The site, covering 3,500 square meters, has revealed dozens of large building stones, tools, and pathways. The stones, some weighing 2.5 tons, were likely intended for major construction projects in Jerusalem, possibly including the paving of streets like the recently discovered … Continue reading Archaeologists uncover stones in Israel matching road where ‘Jesus walked’

Archaeologists in Iowa have discovered a well-preserved mastodon skull, believed to be around 13,600 years old, which could provide insights into human interaction with the ancient animal. Excavated over two weeks from a creek bank in Wayne, the site was first identified in 2022. The Office of the State Archaeologist (OSA) plans to examine the bones for evidence of human activity, such as cut marks … Continue reading Archaeologists unearth 13,000-year-old mastodon skull in Iowa

Archaeologists excavating a cemetery in Suzdal, Russia, uncovered two medieval skeletons buried with battle axes and equestrian gear, suggesting they were high-status individuals. The site, known as the Gnezdilovo burial ground, has been under study since 2020. Among the discoveries, a burial of a 35- to 40-year-old man featured artifacts like a bronze lyre-shaped belt buckle and a metal battle ax popular in the 11th … Continue reading Battle axes unearthed in a cemetery in Russia may have belonged to 11th-century taxmen

Archaeologists in northwestern England have uncovered a beautifully preserved Roman mosaic in Wroxeter, once the fourth-largest city in Roman Britain. The mosaic, featuring vibrant colors and images of fish and dolphins, was likely part of a wealthy individual’s dining room designed to impress guests. This is the first mosaic found at Wroxeter since 1859. The mosaic’s preservation is attributed to being buried under building debris, … Continue reading Mosaic buried for thousands of years uncovered by archaeologists

Last week, Serbian authorities recovered a Nazi warship sunk in 1944 in the Danube near Prahovo. The ship, one of 200 intentionally scuttled by German forces to prevent capture by the advancing Russian army, was found laden with explosives. Serbia’s Minister of Infrastructure and Energy, Goran Vesić, announced that this recovery is part of a broader effort to remove 21 sunken vessels, with plans to … Continue reading Sunken Nazi explosives-filled warship recovered after 80 years underwater

Artifacts discovered over 100 years ago in Iraq, dating back 4,000 years, have recently been fully translated and linked to astronomical events. These Babylonian clay tablets, housed in the British Museum since the late 19th century, contain 61 predictions, many warning of disasters like the death of a king or the fall of a nation, often associated with lunar eclipses. The Babylonians believed that celestial … Continue reading Scientists unlock secrets of 4,000-year-old Babylonian tablets

Colombia’s government announced the discovery of new artifacts from the legendary Spanish galleon San Jose, following the first robotic exploration of the shipwreck, which sank in 1708 near Cartagena. The San Jose, often called the “holy grail” of shipwrecks, is believed to hold treasures worth billions. The recent exploration, covering an area equivalent to 40 soccer fields, revealed new items including an anchor, jugs, and … Continue reading New artifacts found in “holy grail” of shipwrecks that sank 3 centuries ago with billions of dollars in treasure

Archaeologists may have uncovered evidence of a long-lost synagogue in the ancient Israeli city of Chorazin, where Jesus is said to have performed miracles. While excavating a third-century synagogue in Korazim National Park, they discovered the remains of an older temple beneath it, potentially dating back to the first century. The excavation revealed pottery, coins, and large boulders, suggesting the site could be the synagogue … Continue reading Archaeologists make ‘groundbreaking’ discovery at Biblical site where Jesus is said to have performed miracles

A Mexican pyramid used by the ancient Purépecha tribe for human sacrifices has partially collapsed after severe storms on July 30, leading descendants to fear it may be a “supernatural sign of impending doom” and a possible natural disaster. The Yácata pyramid, located at the Ihuatzio archaeological site in Michoacán, suffered significant damage due to heavy rainfall and prior drought conditions. The Mexican National Institute … Continue reading Ancient pyramid collapses in Mexico in ‘supernatural sign of impending doom’, warns tribe who built it

Archaeologists have unearthed a pot of ancient Greek coins in Notion, Turkey, believed to date back to the fifth century B.C. The gold coins, featuring a kneeling archer design of the Persian daric, were likely minted in Sardis and found beneath a home. Researchers think mercenaries buried the treasure, though the reason remains unclear. The discovery, led by the University of Michigan, is rare and … Continue reading Pot overflowing with gold coins discovered in ancient Greek city in Turkey

Archaeologists in Jerusalem’s City of David National Park have uncovered large ancient fortifications, including a moat and walls, believed to date back to the time of the First Temple and the Kingdom of Judah. This discovery sheds new light on the biblical descriptions of Jerusalem’s topography, such as the Ophel and the Millo. The findings, which include defensive structures that separated the ancient city’s residential … Continue reading Archaeological dig in Jerusalem finds fortifications believed to be from time of King David

Archaeologists have made an unexpected discovery in the Tomba del Cerbero, a 2,000-year-old tomb in Giugliano, Italy, near Naples. For the first time since its discovery last year, experts physically opened the sarcophagus, revealing a remarkably well-preserved mummy. The body, found face-up and covered with a shroud, shows signs of careful preservation, including mineralization from the burial chamber’s climate. The tomb, located in the Phlegraean … Continue reading Archaeologists unseal 2,000-year-old tomb, find mummy in ‘excellent state’

A team of Polish divers from Baltictech has uncovered a well-preserved 19th-century shipwreck in the Baltic Sea, about 20 nautical miles off the Swedish coast. The ship was found to be heavily laden with historical artifacts, including over 100 bottles of champagne, as well as wine, mineral water, and porcelain. The most intriguing find for the divers was the mineral water in clay bottles, which … Continue reading Divers discover 100 bottles of champagne in 19th-century shipwreck

A “unique” Bronze Age artifact has been discovered off southern Norway, stunning archaeologists. The well-preserved bronze ax, dating to around 1300-1100 B.C., is the first prehistoric metal artifact found in Norwegian waters. Found at a depth of about 40 feet in the Tromøysund strait near Arendal, this socketed ax is the oldest metal artifact discovered underwater in Norway. Its origin is uncertain, but it may … Continue reading First-of-Its-Kind Prehistoric Artifact Found Below Sea, Experts ‘Stunned’

Pavlopetri, an ancient submerged city off Greece’s southern coast, is over 5,000 years old, predating the myth of Atlantis. Discovered in 1904 by geologist Folkion Negris and later explored in 1967 by Nicholas Flemming, Pavlopetri features streets, courtyards, and buildings from the Bronze Age, with artifacts dating between 2800 and 1180 BC. A 2009 excavation uncovered additional structures and confirmed the city’s occupation from around … Continue reading ‘The real Atlantis’ discovered off the coast of Greece

Archaeologists have uncovered human remains dating back over 1,000 years during an excavation at The Old Bell Hotel near Malmesbury Abbey in the U.K. They found 24 identifiable skeletons, believed to be Anglo-Saxon burials from the 7th century, specifically between 670 and 940 AD. This discovery occurred on Bid Athelstan Dig Day, involving 13 dig sites across the town. A representative from Cotswold Archaeology noted … Continue reading Archaeologists unearth 24 skeletons on hotel property dating back to 7th century

Archaeologists have uncovered artifacts from the Biblical city of Zanoah, located in the ‘Promised Land’ where the Israelites settled after their exodus from Egypt. The Israeli Antiquities Authority revealed findings, including ancient stone walls and pottery dating back over 3,200 years. Zanoah, mentioned in the Old Testament, provides further evidence of the Israelites’ journey to Canaan around 1406-1407 BC, after 40 years in the desert. … Continue reading Archaeologists find more evidence of Moses leading his people to the Promised Land

Archaeologists have uncovered a stone wall in a forest in southern Calabria, Italy, used by the Roman army during the conflict against Spartacus and his slave revolt in 71 BC. This structure, part of a defensive system built by General Marcus Licinius Crassus, extends over 3 km in the Dossone della Melia forest. Local environmentalists alerted researchers to its existence, leading to advanced radar and … Continue reading Archaeologists find site of epic clash between Spartacus and Roman army

Archaeologists conducting a survey at the Attingham Estate in Shropshire, England, have uncovered evidence of two previously unknown ancient Roman villas buried underground. The estate, spanning 1,600 hectares and managed by the National Trust, hosted a pioneering geophysical survey, the largest ever undertaken by the trust. This non-invasive scanning revealed several archaeological features, including what appear to be Roman villas and a roadside cemetery, Newsweek … Continue reading Roman Villas Fund Hidden Underground in ‘Fascinating’ Discovery