Archaeology

Israel’s rich biblical history can be found in the country’s archaeology. The Jerusalem Post shares the latest on archaeological excavations at significant biblical and historical sites in Israel and the region.

Tiny hands, ancient find: Israeli toddler uncovers 3,800-year-old scarab

The young girl from Moshav Ramot Meir uncovered an ancient scarab amulet during a family trip to Tel Azeka, near Beit Shemesh.

Cutting-edge tech reveals lost gate of Sicilian necropolis

Excavations at the ancient Greek city of Selinunte revealed portions of the long-lost walls and the north gate.

Study: Children were active spiritual mediators in paleolithic cave art

The researchers discovered tiny handprints and footprints of two-year-old toddlers, alongside those of adults.

Quina scrapers discovered in southwest China reshape views on East Asian toolmaking

Artifacts found at a river valley site called Longtan in southern China include distinctive stone cutting and scraping implements, as well as the rocks from which these items were struck.

Ukrainian soldiers uncover sixth-century BCE Greek artifacts during fortification work

"These are ritual objects made specifically for burials and brought from Greece," explained a former archaeologist now serving in the Ukrainian military.

Rare iron Viking bracelet discovered in marsh on Öland

Only three iron Viking bracelets are among over 1,000 preserved in the National Historical Museum, making this find particularly valuable.

Discarded today, fossilized tomorrow: The future legacy of fast fashion and plastics

Plastic bottles, T-shirts, and fast fashion items may become future fossils, as many are only partially recycled, leaving lasting traces of human existence.

Rare Roman coin of Emperor Vitellius sells for £4,700

Experts have hailed the find as 'a discovery one might encounter once in a lifetime.'

Cutting-edge tech reveals 4,000-year-old Moroccan settlement

Artifacts at Kach Kouch reveal stable agricultural settlements in mediterranean africa over 3,000 years ago.

Lüneburg Museum to open world's largest Immanuel Kant collection

Exhibition features Kant's personal items, including his champagne glass and a lock of hair.

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