The Secrets of a Man-Made Island Home to Scots During the Norman Conquest to Be Probed
The serene waters of Loch Achtily in the Scottish Highlands are preparing to host an extraordinary archaeological discovery in September 2025. Underwater archaeologists are setting out to uncover the mysteries of a man-made island, home to Scots during the Norman Conquest, by examining the remains of an ancient settlement known as a “crannog,” built over
“Ringed Nun” Discovered Near Jerusalem: Shedding Light on Byzantine-Era Extreme Asceticism
In an ancient Byzantine monastery just outside Jerusalem, the remains of a woman buried with 30 iron rings attached to her body have been found. This striking discovery provides the first archaeological evidence of extreme asceticism among female monks, a phenomenon previously known only from historical texts. Innovative technology used by researchers from the Israel
1100-Year-Old Olive Seeds Discovered in Turkey’s Mediterranean Waters
In a remarkable archaeological find, researchers have uncovered 1100-year-old olive seeds from a shipwreck off the coast of Turkey. The ship, which set sail from Gaza, sank in a storm near Antalya, and this discovery has excited scientists, particularly Assoc. Prof. Dr. Hakan Öniz and his team, who made the find during underwater excavations that
Those Attempting to Sell a Medieval Mummy in Turkey Were Caught
The Niğde Provincial Gendarmerie Command teams apprehended six individuals red-handed who were trying to sell a human mummy believed to be from the Middle Ages. During a successful operation in the Bor district, the mummy seized at the residence of a person named H.G. was found to be in a preserved state of bodily integrity.
Exploring Scotland’s Ancient Heritage: Roman Interactions at the Girvan Distillery
Recent archaeological excavations at the William Grant & Sons Girvan Distillery in southwest Scotland have unveiled fascinating insights into the Roman Empire’s presence in the far north. Conducted by GUARD Archaeology, the research has revealed a rare enamelled Roman brooch, dating back to the late 2nd century AD, which highlights the intricate relationships between local
Travois in North America 22,000 Years Ago: Early Humans’ Transportation Revolution
A new study reveals one of the earliest transportation methods in human history. 22,000-year-old traces found in White Sands National Park in New Mexico indicate that our ancestors used the travois, a simple but effective means of transport, long before the invention of the wheel. This discovery provides striking insights into the technological skills of
Underwater Discovery in Greece: Ancient Port of Asini Rewrites Mediterranean Maritime History
A groundbreaking discovery at the submerged site of Asini, near Tolo in Argolis, Greece, is breathing new life into Mediterranean maritime history. An international team of underwater archaeologists has unearthed significant remnants of ancient port infrastructure, poised to radically alter our understanding of the region’s maritime role. Collaboration in Underwater Archaeology This research, which began
Rare 3,500-year-old Hittite Linen Started to be Exhibited in Çorum Museum
The Çorum Museum is now showcasing a remarkable 3,500-year-old Hittite linen fabric, which was discovered during archaeological excavations at the Şapinuva site in the Ortaköy district of Çorum in 1995. This extraordinary artifact sheds light on the textile technology and cultural heritage of the Hittite civilization. This invaluable piece of linen, unearthed under the guidance
Unique 17th Century Civil War “Abatis” Defense Stakes Discovered in Sheffield Castle Excavations
Ongoing archaeological excavations at Sheffield Castle have unearthed extremely rare and significant findings from the English Civil War. Archaeologists have discovered the first known surviving examples of 17th-century defense stakes known as “abatis.” These stakes were used to fortify the castle against enemy attacks and shed light on the defensive strategies of the Civil War
Mesopotamia’s Hidden Waterways: Millennia-Old Irrigation System Discovered in Eridu
An international team of archaeologists and geologists has discovered a remarkably well-preserved ancient irrigation network in the Eridu region of southern Iraq, dating from the 6th to the 1st millennium BCE. This extraordinary find offers unique insights into the early agricultural practices of Mesopotamia. Led by geoarchaeologist Jaafar Jotheri from Durham University, researchers revealed that