Archaeology News Monitoring

Archaeologists shocked to find 1,000-year-old Viking burial site

Archaeologists in Denmark have made a startling discovery, uncovering 30 Viking graves dating back to the 10th century, with a series of grave goods to boot. An excavation carried out for Moesgaard Museum at a burial site near Aarhus in the east of the …

Archaeologists followed a sketch by Leonardo da Vinci, leading them to secret tunnels beneath an ancient castle.

In a remarkable archaeological discovery, researchers have confirmed the existence of a network of underground tunnels beneath Milan’s Sforza Castle, exactly as depicted in drawings by Leonardo da Vinci over 500 years ago. This finding not only validates …

The Cyrus Cylinder: Archaeological treasure that connects Ancient Persia and the Jewish people

New Archaeological Discovery in Sharqiya Reveals Lost City of “Emet”

    The Egyptian Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities has announced a groundbreaking discovery at Tell El-Fara’in (Tell Nebesha) in Sharqiya Governorate.       A British archaeological team from the University of Manchester uncovered the ruins of the …

Swimming Pool in Peru Becomes Archaeological Site After Pre-Inca Discovery

An unfinished swimming pool in Peru revealed pre-Inca remains, prompting officials to declare the site a historical monument. Image: Panoramic shot of Cusco, Peru. Credit: Martin St-Amant / CC BY 3.0 A concrete space in the historic center of Cusco, …

Biblical archaeologists evacuated from Shiloh dig amid escalation with Iran

Archaeologists Finally Uncover Why Pharaoh Hatshepsut’s Statues Were Destroyed

Fragments from a life-size indurated limestone statue of Hatshepsut. Credit: The Metropolitan Museum of Art / CC BY 4.0 For nearly a century, scholars believed that Egypt’s powerful female Pharaoh Hatshepsut’s statues were the target of a posthumous …

Archaeologists discover remains of medieval England's largest hospital after sinkhole opens up in historic British city

A medieval healthcare facility has been unexpectedly discovered after a sinkhole emerged in York's city centre. The sinkhole uncovered structural remains that date from the 12th and 13th centuries and are thought to belong to St Leonard's Hospital, …

Archaeologists Reveal Why Female Pharoah's Statues Were Destroyed

The destruction of statues of the ancient Egyptian Queen Hatshepsut may not after all have been part of a campaign of retribution by her nephew and successor, King Thutmose III, archaeologists have claimed. Hatshepsut ruled Ancient Egypt from 1479–1458 B.C …

'Sinister' void opens up in middle of UK city as archaeologists make discovery

An extraordinary discovery has been unearthed at the site of an ancient Roman legionary fortress, sparking interest among archaeologists. The intriguing find was located in the middle of the road outside York Theatre Royal. The hidden treasure came to …

Archaeologists Find Mysterious Stone Slab With 255 Runes in Canada

The 250 runic characters carved into the rock spell out the Lord’s Prayer. Credit: Ryan Primrose. Seven years ago, a storm in the forests of northern Ontario uprooted a tree. What it revealed was no ordinary patch of bedrock, but something far weirder and …

Giant Archaeological Puzzle Reveals Artworks Not Seen for 1,800 Years

Specialist Han Li reconstructing wall plaster from fresco – Credit: Museum of London Archaeology (MOLA) Excavations at a London development site have yielded one of the largest collections of painted Roman wall plaster ever discovered in the capital. The …

Archaeological Study Reveals Ritual Deactivation of Pharaoh Hatshepsut’s Statue

A study conducted by an archaeologist from the University of Toronto has shed new light on the fate of the statue of Pharaoh Hatshepsut, who ruled Ancient Egypt about 4,000 years ago. It turned out that its destruction was not the result of hatred from her …

New Blue Plaque honours pioneering Sussex archaeologist who uncovered the secrets of prehistoric Sussex

Dr Eliot Cecil Curwen, known as Cecil, carried out the first excavations at The Trundle, near Chichester, in 1927, to explore the Neolithic enclosure on the Iron Age hillfort. He also led digs at Chanctonbury, Cissbury Ring, Blackpatch, the flint mines on …

'Void' opens up in middle of UK city and archaeologists find sinister discovery underneath

A remarkable discovery has been made at the site of a former Roman legionary fortress, prompting archaeologists to investigate. The find was located in the middle of the road outside York Theatre Royal. The void was revealed when workers attempted to mend …

Kaman-Kalehoyuk Museum Showcases Türkiye’s Rich Archaeological Heritage

Nestled in Türkiye’s Central Anatolia region, the Kaman-Kalehoyuk Archaeological Museum offers visitors an immersive journey into ancient civilizations while showcasing ongoing excavations. Since its 2010 launch, supported by a Japanese government grant, …

Holy Ground: The Faith-Fueled Science Behind the Birth of Biblical Archaeology

(REVIEW) In 1838, two American clergymen — Edward Robinson and Eli Smith — set out for the Holy Land, spades in one hand and Bibles in the other, as the famous saying goes. Robinson, a professor at New York’s Union Theological Seminary, aimed to conduct …

Eerie Egyptian burial site with never-seen-before contents found by archaeologists

The recent discovery of dozens of 2,000 year old burials near Saqqara's necropolis has shed light on the more ordinary inhabitants of ancient Egypt, rather than the opulent tombs of pharaohs and high-ranking officials typically imagined. Science Alert …

Archaeologists Brought In For Wellington’s $2.3 Million Light-Up Toilets

A Local Government Official Information Act request made by the New Zealand Taxpayers’ Union shows a new toilet block is budgeted to cost ratepayers $2.3 million, which includes costs for a light-up exterior and archaeological work. Taxpayers’ Union Local …

Arizona Small Business Advocates Oppose Tempe's Proposed Business License Fee

Tempe Arizona's proposed annual business license draws fire from owners and advocates, who call it an expensive, intrusive, and pointless new tax. TEMPE, AZ, UNITED STATES, June 26, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Go Local Arizona, an independent …

'Sub Tales - True Stories That Seldom Surface' - A 5 Book Series - Captures The Ethos Of The US Submarine Force

True, Original Stories - Seldom or Never Told - That Highlight the Bravery, Resourcefulness, Humor, and More - from the US Silent Service NASHUA, NH, UNITED STATES, June 26, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Poopie Suits series of 9 books has …

Government Affairs, Public Policy Expert to Lead Government Ethics Program at the Markkula Center for Applied Ethics

SANTA CLARA, CA, UNITED STATES, June 26, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Santa Clara University has named Davina Hurt as the director of the Government Ethics Program at the university’s Markkula Center for Applied Ethics. Hurt will lead efforts to …

Dr. Tracy Emerick Bridges Jesus with Modern Icons in Bold Four-Book Leadership Series & Podcast Spotlight

NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, June 26, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Renowned author, educator, and former state representative Dr. Tracy Emerick is making waves in the literary and thought leadership world with his compelling four-book series …

Forum Denied Access to Key JFK Assassination Footage Held by National Archives and Sixth Floor Museum

DALLAS, TX, UNITED STATES, June 26, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Forum Denied Access to Key JFK Assassination Footage Held by National Archives and Sixth Floor Museum** Dallas, TX — The Forum on Open Access to Government Records today announces …

Community Oncology Alliance Responds to Draft Guidance for Medicare Drug Price Negotiations

COA Responds to CMS Draft Guidance with Urgent Call for Action to Prevent Practice Closures and Protect Patient Access WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, June 26, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Community Oncology Alliance (COA) has submitted …

DCALTA Welcomes Jennifer DeLong, Adam Farrell, Diane Smola, and Jani Venter to its Board of Directors

The Defined Contribution Alternatives Association (DCALTA) Welcomes Four Distinguished Industry Members to Its Board of Directors PORT ORANGE, FL, UNITED STATES, June 26, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Defined Contribution Alternatives …

Amy Faugas Named Chief of National Member Services at National Diaper Bank Network

Faugas heads a team of professionals supporting NDBN’s 300+ member nonprofits across the country that provide material basic necessities in local communities. NEW HAVEN, CT, UNITED STATES, June 26, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- San Francisco …

Against Dismantling the PCAOB: A Call for Careful Consideration

NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, June 26, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In Deminor’s latest article, Michael Watson (Senior Legal Counsel) examines a group of professors known as the "Shadow SEC" and their issue of a persuasive warning against …

New data shows US LGBTQ+ students twice as likely to drop out of High School, costing economy more than $30 billion

Researchers project more than one in every 10 LGBTQ+ students in the USA will drop out of education – with widespread bullying blamed. NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, June 26, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Alarming new data shows US LGBTQ+ students …

Alona Lebedieva: The EU Does Not Guarantee Change — It Only Provides Tools for Those Ready to Act

KYIV, UKRAINE, June 26, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- On June 23, 2025, Ukraine marked three years since it was granted candidate status for accession to the European Union — a milestone decision made in 2022 amid full-scale war. Since then, the …

Dominican University and Roots of Peace Forge Strategic Partnership to Promote Equity and Global Peacebuilding

Thursday, June 26, 2025 marks the 80th Anniversary of the signing of the United Nations Charter at the War Memorial in San Francisco. SAN RAFAEL , CA, UNITED STATES, June 26, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Dominican University of California and Roots of …

First in Nation: Strategies For Youth Applauds MA POST’s Steps to Protect Youth with Draft Juvenile Operations Standard

The POST’s draft Standard also addresses officer conduct, juvenile arrests, the collateral effects of policing on youths’ caregivers, and officer training. CAMBRIDGE, MA, UNITED STATES, June 26, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- A meaningful step …

A victory for scientists: NIH halts new grant terminations

Yesterday, the National Institutes of Health (NIH) have halted further terminations of grants: a key request from NIH scientists in the Bethesda Declaration. WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, June 26, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- This week before …

John McGovern Files to Run for PBC School Board D6 to Build on Progress and Support Students, Parents & Teachers

McGovern’s decision follows current Board Member Marcia Andrews’ retirement announcement WELLINGTON, FL, UNITED STATES, June 26, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Wellington Councilman John T. McGovern, Esq., a dedicated public servant and lifelong …

Best Gold IRA Companies for 2025 Announced by Best Value Investing

GoldenCrest Metals Ranked #1 in Newly Released Rankings from Best Value Investing MIAMI, FL, UNITED STATES, June 26, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Amid ongoing inflation, volatile markets, and economic uncertainty, retirement savers are increasingly …

Wazoku partners with Lumina Foundation to launch global challenge on the value of education after high school

$15,000 prize to be awarded for innovative models that quantify the return on higher education LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, June 26, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Innovation scaleup Wazoku has launched a global challenge with Lumina Foundation to help …

Hearing Wrap Up: The National Guard State Partnership Program Strengthens Security Worldwide

WASHINGTON—The Subcommittee on Military and Foreign Affairs today held a hearing titled “The National Guard State Partnership Program: Strengthening U.S. Security, One Partnership at a Time.” In the hearing, members highlighted how the National Security …

Timmons and Republican Military and Foreign Affairs Subcommittee Members Continue Investigation of Drone Incursions on U....

WASHINGTON—Today, Subcommittee on Military and Foreign Affairs Chairman William Timmons (R-S.C.) and Republican lawmakers on the panel are continuing to investigate how the federal government addresses drone incursions on U.S. military installations and …

Chairman Comer Subpoenas Anthony Bernal After Bailing on Transcribed Interview

WASHINGTON—House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform Chairman James Comer (R-Ky.) today issued a subpoena to Anthony Bernal, former Assistant to the President and Senior Advisor to the First Lady, to appear for a deposition on July 16, 2025 as …