Found within Israel’s lower Galilee region is two of the most elaborate and rare mosaics to … Ancient Noah’s Ark Mosaic Discovered in IsraelRead more
Archaeology
What’s In Store For Somalia’s Cave Art?
“These paintings are unique. This style cannot be found anywhere in Africa.” Abdisalam Shabelleh, site manager … What’s In Store For Somalia’s Cave Art?Read more
How Ancient Tattoo Artists Used Volcanic Glass
NANGGU, SOLOMON ISLANDS – Archaeologists from Australia and New Zealand working on a Pacific site have … How Ancient Tattoo Artists Used Volcanic GlassRead more
World’s Oldest Paycheck Says Workers Were Paid In Beer
A tablet made around 3100 to 3000 BC is the world’s oldest paycheck. It’s over 5,000 … World’s Oldest Paycheck Says Workers Were Paid In BeerRead more
Carthage Dig Reveals the Mechanics of Ancient Chariot Racing
Rome was an empire obsessed with violence. Citizens went to fighting pits that stood like temples … Carthage Dig Reveals the Mechanics of Ancient Chariot RacingRead more
The Mask of Pan: Mystery Solved
“Now that the whole gate has been exposed, we not only have better information for dating … The Mask of Pan: Mystery SolvedRead more
Unsolved Archaeology: The Moai of Easter Island (Part II)
Last time on Unsolved Archaeology, we introduced the Moai of Easter Island, or Rapa Nui, and talked … Unsolved Archaeology: The Moai of Easter Island (Part II)Read more
The Skeletons in Benjamin Franklin’s Basement
LONDON, 1998 – Renovators were working on turning Benjamin Franklin’s ambassadorial abode in London into a … The Skeletons in Benjamin Franklin’s BasementRead more
Over 4,000 Stolen Artifacts Have Been Returned Home to Peru
It’s a major victory for Peru’s archaeological community, over four thousand archaeological and historical pieces have … Over 4,000 Stolen Artifacts Have Been Returned Home to PeruRead more
Noble Couple Unearthed In Unique Viking Burial
“It’s very special that the man and woman’s graves are marked by the same tomb or … Noble Couple Unearthed In Unique Viking BurialRead more