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 An image of Sir Moses Montefiore.

'The most famous Jew in the world': Life, times, legacy of Moses Montefiore

A remarkable, inspiring, and influential political, financial, philanthropic, and religious figure, Montefiore led a life marked by his attempts to improve the lives of those who were suffering.

Archaeological mission discovers first Middle Kingdom tomb in South Asasif Necropolis

The excavation revealed a wealth of unique jewelry in the female burials, including necklaces, bracelets, chains, rings, and belts made from red agate, blue and green glazed ceramics, and faience.

With more than 11,000 years of history, Jericho is the oldest inhabited city in the world

Excavations at Tell es-Sultan, led by British archaeologist Kathleen Kenyon in the 1950s, revealed significant archaeological findings, including the Tower of Jericho.

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International team uncovers long-sought sanctuary of Poseidon near Samikon, Greece

The researchers succeeded in uncovering the 28-meter-long and nearly 9.5-meter-wide temple in its entirety, a monumental building significantly larger than originally assumed.

Staggering array of witches' marks found at Gainsborough Old Hall

Alongside carvings, approximately 100 burn marks were found around Gainsborough Old Hall. The burn marks were once believed to protect against fires.

Archaeologists uncover 12 ancient "door guardians" at Angkor

The statues were discovered last week near the north gate leading to the 11th-century Royal Palace at Angkor Thom.

Face of 17th-century 'vampire' Zosia reconstructed by archaeologists

She was buried with a sickle over her neck to decapitate her if she attempted to resurrect.

Archaeologists discover hidden Maya city 'Valeriana' with grand pyramids in Mexico

LiDAR technology reveals over 6,600 hidden structures beneath dense vegetation in Campeche.

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