Iran is likely to be a H๏τspot of Neanderthal archaeology
A team of researchers used geographical data systems with bio-geographical data inputs to find routes that Neanderthals would have likely taken. Credit: Yuliya S., Wikimedia Commons They…
Preclassic environmental degradation of Lake Petén Itzá, by the early Mayans
The scientists examined a sediment core from Lake Petén Itzá in Guatemala to understand how the Maya occupation of the Nixtun-Ch’ich’ archaeological site impacted the environment. A…
🎬 Band of Brothers (2011)
“Band of Brothers” (2011) is an epic and poignant miniseries that tells the remarkable true story of “Easy Company,” part of the 506th Parachute Infantry Regiment of the 101st Airborne Division during World War II. Produced by Steven Spielberg and Tom Hanks, this ten-episode series brings to life the personal struggles, triumphs, and heartbreaks of […]
Ruins of the 700-year-old pier, possibly used by royalty, found in Norway
The remains of a long section of a medieval wharf believed to have been constructed by a medieval king of Norway have been discovered during an excavation…
Archaeologists dug for evidence of the Rosetta Stone’s ancient Egyptian rebellion
The Rosetta Stone is not known for its content, but as a lexicon of Egyptian hieroglyphics. The decree inscribed on the stone, however, discusses a violent revolt…
Excavations reveal Roman altar stone beneath Leicester Cathedral
Archaeologists discovered a broken altar stone on cathedral grounds that was likely used as a private shrine or cult room, the Guardian reported The Roman altar stone…
Bronze Age bone skates discovered in China
Archaeologists claim to have uncovered Bronze Age ice skates made out of bones. The research was recently published in the Insтιтute of Archeology Cᴀss. Credit: Xinjiang Insтιтute of Cultural…
17th-century hoard containing 1,000 coins discovered in Poland
A metal detectorist In Poland searching a farm for tractor parts discovered a hoard of about 1,000 copper coins. Credit: Paweł Ziemuk/WKZ Lublin The discovery was made…
Remains of a medieval watermill uncovered in England
Archaeologists from Cotswold Archaeology have recently discovered the remains of a watermill in Buckinghamshire, England, as part of the HS2 Archaeology Program. Credit: Cotswold Archaeology Excavations were…
Hidden in the heart of Sicily lies a stunning time capsule of Roman luxury – the Villa del Casale.
Hidden in the heart of Sicily lies a stunning time capsule of Roman luxury – the Villa del Casale. Built when Sicily was at its richest in…