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Lost to history Massive stone ruins from ancient city that once rivaled Rome uncovered
Archaeologists recently found a massive stone basin in Italy dating back more than 2,000 years — remnants of a once-powerful rival of Rome.
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Archaeologists unravel heartbreaking 2,000-year-old teen 'murder mystery' while filming TV show
“I turned the face at last to the light and it felt like the person was looking at me," said TV presenter Sandi Toksvig while describing the Iron Age murder...
Scientists uncovers 1,600-year-old wine factory near ancient mountain castle in Turkey
Archaeologists recently uncovered an ancient wine production center near a castle in Turkey — and it's believed to date back some 1,600 years.
Ancient Assyrian inscription unearthed in Jerusalem describes real events behind Bible story
This tiny fragment belied a find of Biblical proportions.
Biblical city's 'largest necropolis' with 60 tombs dating back 2,200 years uncovered
Archaeologists in Turkey recently uncovered over 60 ancient tombs in Colossae, a biblical city immortalized in the New Testament.
One of the world's most historic landmarks can now be seen in full view for the first time in 200 years
It's no longer under construction...for the time being.
King Tutankhamun's tomb is headed for collapse — archaeologists want to move a literal mountain to save it
"A disaster could strike at any moment, and if the Valley of the Kings is to be preserved, action must be taken before it is too late."
5,000-year-old tools made of human skulls unearthed, including masks and cups
These ancient tribes were bad to the bone.
Archaeological discovery sheds light on early Christian life
Archaeologists recently discovered the remnants of an ancient bishop's luxurious perk: a vast bathhouse, unheard of among modern clergy.
1,200-year-old loaf of bread with image of Christ unearthed in astonishing find
Pictures from the excavation show the blackened loaf bearing a faint image of Christ.
Frantic search for 4,200-year-old Egyptian artifact after it vanished from sealed tomb
A 4,200-year-old Egyptian artifact vanishes from a sealed tomb at Saqqara.
Lost royal palace destroyed in bloody invasion resurfaces in river, archaeologists say
Archaeologists recently unearthed the remnants of a historic royal palace from a Polish river, shedding light on a violent part of the country's history.
Roman artifact with cryptic message uncovered in New Orleans backyard
Further sleuthing by Lusnia revealed the tablet had been missing from an Italian museum for decades.
Sightseers can explore ancient ruins in heart of Mexico City thanks to expert-led tours
Amid the constant blare of car horns in southern Mexico City, it’s hard to imagine that Cuicuilco was once the heart of a thriving ancient civilization.
Biggest Easter Island mystery may finally be solved
Their findings line up perfectly with Rapa Nui oral traditions, which have long claimed the statues literally walked from the quarry where they were carved to their final resting places.
Priceless Celtic gold and silver coins found at 'secret' European site
Hundreds of priceless gold and silver coins were uncovered at a "secret" site in a picturesque region of the Czech Republic.
China’s Terracotta Army site may confirm ancient legend
The gap between fantasy and reality has narrowed dramatically when it comes to what we know of China’s tyrannical first emperor, Qin Shi Huang.
Group of friends with metal detectors accidentally stumble upon 'incredible' ancient treasures
"Our association is a group of friends who love uncovering history," on of the accidental archaeologists said. "We do it as a hobby."
Divers unearth 'extraordinary' military treasure from ancient Roman War
A millennia-old helmet that saw ancient Rome's first great Mediterranean war was recently unearthed in Italy.
Archaeologists unearth forgotten 900-year-old 'nameless' castle on Scottish island
The Lords of the Isles were MacDonald clan chiefs, descendants of the kings who once ruled large parts of western Scotland.
Workers discover 2,300-year-old tomb during sewer installation in Italy
Sewer workers in Italy recently uncovered a 2,300-year-old tomb that "showed signs of ancient disturbance," according to local officials.