archaeology

Jerusalem: A Journey Through Time: Bar-Ilan launches new course on ancient Israel

Students will study ancient Jerusalem starting from the prehistoric period through key historical phases.

Fossil footprints in Kenya show two ancient human species coexisted

Scientists have now discovered at a location called Koobi Fora, providing the first evidence that two species - Paranthropus boisei and Homo erectus - shared the same landscape.

By REUTERS
28/11/2024

Ancient Jewish quarter of Phanagoria discovered in Black Sea area of Russia

Phanagoria's 1st century BCE synagogue was discovered last year, following excavations on the ancient Greek city.

DNA study confirms details from ancient Norse saga

Modern radiocarbon dating and advanced gene-sequencing technology have allowed researchers to analyze the remains found.  

Researchers glimpse urbanization in ancient Israel at site of 5000-year-old public building

The uncovered settlement encompassed the remains of some of Judea’s first public buildings

30/10/2024

Archaeologists use drone-based LiDAR to uncover medieval Silk Road cities in Uzbekistan

The settlements, Tashbulak and Tugunbulak, are among the largest ever documented in the mountainous parts of the Silk Road, playing a strategic role in trade and iron production.

Archaeologists uncover richly decorated House of Phaedra in Pompeii adorned with erotic frescoes

Despite lacking a traditional atrium, the house's lavish frescoes rival those of grander homes, highlighting changing Roman architectural norms.

Egyptian archaeological expert launches petition to repatriate Nefertiti bust from Germany

The petition reads: "This unique bust, with its historical and aesthetic value, is currently in Germany. Now is the time for its return to Egypt."

Was literacy important in the biblical Kingdom of Judah? Expert offers answers

Questions related to literacy in ancient times are not an exclusive prerogative of academic studies on the Israelites.

Bronze Age Syrian children taught each other to make miniature figurines, TAU study says

The pottery from Tel Hama was excavated in the 1930s, and since then has been kept in the National Museum in Denmark.

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