Secrets of ancient rituals in biblical home of Goliath revealed
Researchers studied preserved plant remains found at a temple site associated with the mysterious ancient Philistine culture.
Intact bodies of medieval nobility discovered during monastery restoration
The intact remains of the eight deceased nobles were found inside sarcophagi that had not been opened for centuries.
"Extraordinary" fossil discoveries reveal plants from 30 million years ago
Despite their age, some of the plant specimens preserve delicate soft tissues, such as those of the fruits and seeds.
Texas discovery could unlock secrets of "city of gold" expedition
An enigmatic volcanic glass artifact found in Texas in the 1930s may shed light on a Spanish conquistador's quest to find gold.
"Incredibly rare" artifact depicting Roman god of wealth discovered
The artifact appears to have been broken deliberately as part of an ancient ritual practice, archaeologists believe.
New species of vampire squid found fossilized "with prey in its arms"
The 183 million-year-old find represents "a tremendously rare case of fossilized predator-prey interactions frozen in time."
Long-lost medieval church uncovered in famous Venice Square
The Piazza San Marco, which sits at the heart of the city, is one of the most iconic squares in the world.
Hundreds of mammoth bones and prehistoric remains found in "Paradise Cave"
The cave, described as an "important" archaeological site, appears to have been frequented by both Neanderthals and modern humans.
Archaeologists' "unique" dig finds more than 1,000 skeletons at Abbey site
The abbey was founded in A.D. 1002 and remained in operation for 800 years until the French Revolution.
Thousands of human bones found in cave used as tomb for four millennia
The cave appears to have served as a burial ground for prehistoric humans between around 7,000 and 3,000 years ago.
Archaeologists look for Roman workshop—find puzzling Bronze Age settlement
Pottery found at the site indicates that it was inhabited around 3,200-3,500 years ago, according to archaeologists.
Mysterious ancient language revealed on bronze hand from 2,100 years ago
The artifact may help to unravel the origins of the most enigmatic language still spoken in Europe today, with its possible link to Basque.
Treasure hunter finds barbarian warriors' weapons dating to Roman times
Among the artifacts discovered were spearheads and axes, as well as three objects that have yet to be identified.
Archaeologists discover possible "unique" Viking marketplace on farm
Researchers have been investigating an area of farmland using ground-penetrating radar technology that can "see" below the surface.
Archaeologists find 4,000-year-old snake artifact possibly used in rituals
The artifact is shaped like a cobra with its head raised and the skin folds of its "hood" spread out, according to archaeologists.
Newly discovered prehistoric mammal species among largest of its time
Previously unknown mammal species lived millions of years ago, prior to the mass extinction event that wiped out the dinosaurs.
Archaeologists reveal site's past as chocolate factory
Researchers also uncovered the remains of a medieval mansion at the same site as the 19th-century factory.
Archaeologists discover rare medallion with Roman emperor's likeness
One side of the bronze medallion shows the emperor seeking healing from the Greco-Roman god of medicine, Asclepius.
Archaeologists uncover Roman base that barracked more than 5,000 soldiers
The base was home to the "Sixth Ironclad Legion" of the Imperial Roman Army, which was sent to garrison the province of Judaea.
Archaeologists find record-breaking artifact at US butchered-mammoth site
The artifact dates to around 13,000 years ago and was made by prehistoric Native Americans living in what is now Wyoming.
Archaeologists "amazed" by discovery inside ancient Roman egg
The rare and "unique special" egg is preserved intact, despite the fact that it is thought to be more than 1,700 years old.
Divers recover lost "Temple of Zeus" sculpture from sea bed
The "exceptional" artifact was originally overlooked in archaeological surveys and deemed to be of little importance.
Ancient warrior discovered buried with horse and sword after 1,300 years
The warrior was also found alongside a full set of armor that lends "great importance" to the discovery, a researcher said.
"Existential catastrophe" may loom as no proof AI is controllable—Expert
"The outcome could be prosperity or extinction, and the fate of the universe hangs in the balance," researcher Roman Yampolskiy said.
Amateurs find world-class fossil site from 470 million years ago
The site contains almost 400 exceptionally well-preserved fossils that shed light on a prehistoric polar ecosystem.
Archaeologist finds "extremely rare" medieval gold artifact in castle
The gold item is thought to date from the 11th or 12th centuries and may have belonged to a member of a ruling dynasty.
Physicists create record-breaking "time crystal" straight out of sci-fi
Time crystals differ from the traditional crystals most people are familiar with, such as snowflakes and diamonds.
Archaeologists "forging new history" with rare Iron Age blacksmith find
Researchers have unearthed a blacksmith's workshop from around 2,700 years ago containing "exceptionally rare" finds.
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Time capsule reveals prehistoric habitat looking as if "buried yesterday"
The "time capsule" has yielded the remains of plants and insects that lived thousands of years ago.
Magic texts shine light on Egyptian religion during Roman and Arab rule
Researchers have revealed a set of magic texts, including love spells and hateful curses, that were used in Egypt centuries ago.