Antiquities
Israel damaged heritage sites during ops. against Hezbollah, Lebanese culture minister says
Israel's security zone in southern Lebanon includes the medieval Beaufort Castle as well as centuries-old villages that were home to Christians, Shi'ite Muslims, and Sunni Muslims.
Korean, Egyptian archaeologists find ancient temple gate blocks during restoration work in Luxor
Gov’t approves 250m. NIS plan to preserve West Bank heritage sites ahead of Six-Day War anniversary
Heritage Minister taps INEXTG CEO Esther Shreiber for next IAA director, first woman in role
An unexpected trove of antiquities found in hidden basement of an Athens store
The items date from the Geometric period (1100-750 BCE) to the Hellenistic period, up to 31 BCE.
Archaeologists discover 2,500-year-old shipwreck near Sicily's coast
The find includes amphorae, anchors, and household utensils.
Are we getting closer to the elusive tomb of Cleopatra?
New discoveries at the Taposiris Magna temple complex west of Alexandria reignited hopes of locating the tomb.
Boy, 9, finds 60,000-year-old Neanderthal hand axe
Neanderthal hand axes are rare in Sussex; this is the first to be found in years, making Ben's discovery doubly special.
Egyptian-German team uncovers complete Ptolemaic temple pylon in Sohag
The archaeologists found inscriptions depicting a Ptolemaic king receiving offerings from the lion-headed goddess Rabit and her child, the deity Koulentis.
Egyptian ministry denies destruction of parts of the Great Pyramid
A video circulating on social media sparked controversy, claiming it documents "the breaking of stones" at the Great Pyramid of Khufu.
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.
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
Archaeologists uncover 6th century astronomical observatory in Egypt
Researchers told Live Science that everything uncovered shattered expectations set for the mission.
Forgotten Jewish revolts show poor historical literacy in Jewish world - opinion
Archaeological find of 4th-century coins in Lod challenges historical narratives about Jewish revolts against Roman and Byzantine rule, revealing lesser-known episodes of Jewish history.
