Ancient Treasures Found During Rome Metro Construction
Two new Rome metro stations, set to open in 2025, have become museums showcasing archaeological finds from their construction. Discover the history unearthed beneath the city.
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Rome opens Colosseum subway station after 20-year wait
Rome has finally opened its long-awaited Metro C line station beneath the Colosseum, showcasing unearthed Roman artefacts. Discover how this engineering feat blends ancient history with modern transport.
Infant graves confirmed at Tuam mother and baby home site
Archaeologists confirm a burial ground with 'child or infant size' graves at the former Tuam mother and baby home, where nearly 800 children died. Read the latest on the excavation and state apology.
Egyptian tomb mystery solved by 225 ancient figurines
Archaeologists in Egypt have solved a decades-old mystery by using 225 funerary figurines to identify the tomb of Pharaoh Shoshenq III. Discover the astonishing find.
Ancient China's Gendered Human Sacrifice Practices Uncovered
Archaeologists discover a highly gendered Stone Age society in China, with evidence of separate male and female sacrificial rituals 3,800 years ago. Read the full study.
Sudan's cultural heritage faces unprecedented threat amid war
Sudanese archaeologist Shadia Abdrabo battles time to document Sudan's heritage as war destroys museums and ancient artefacts. Discover how you can support preservation efforts.
Sudan's heritage at risk as archaeologist races to save it
Sudanese archaeologist Shadia Abdrabo is in a desperate race to create an online database of Sudan's cultural heritage before the ongoing war erases it completely. Discover how you can help preserve ancient history.
Roman invasion brought domestic cats to Britain
New DNA research reveals domestic cats arrived in Britain with Roman legions 2,000 years ago. Discover how feline companions conquered the world in evolutionary terms.
Easter Island Heads Mystery Solved After 900 Years
Archaeologists reveal Easter Island's iconic moai statues were carved by individual families, not a central authority. Explore the groundbreaking research that rewrites history.
Sealed Roman sarcophagus discovered in Budapest
Archaeologists uncover pristine 1,700-year-old Roman sarcophagus containing young woman's remains and artefacts in Budapest. Discover the remarkable find revealing ancient burial customs.
Clarkson's £1m Car Park Triggers Archaeological Row
Jeremy Clarkson installs colossal metal car park at his Oxfordshire pub to protect ancient Viking burial site, sparking local fury and planning battle. Discover the full story.
Ancient Christian mosaic discovered in Turkey
A stunning 1,500-year-old Christian floor mosaic depicting creation scenes has been unearthed at Urfa Castle, offering profound insights into early biblical traditions and organised worship.
Ancient dog skulls reveal 11,000-year-old diversity
Groundbreaking research shows dogs were remarkably diverse over 10,000 years ago, challenging beliefs about modern breeding. Discover the ancient origins of man's best friend.
King Tut's Dismemberment: A Century-Old Secret
A century after Tutankhamun's tomb was found, details emerge of how his body was decapitated and dismembered by Howard Carter's team. Discover the full story.
Ancient dogs diversified 11,000 years ago, study finds
Groundbreaking research reveals dogs started developing different shapes and sizes 11,000 years ago, long before Victorian selective breeding. Discover the deep history of canine evolution.
Hidden Roman Amphitheatre in Chester
Discover the remarkable Roman amphitheatre nestled in the heart of Chester that history forgot - until now. This ancient marvel offers a breathtaking glimpse into Britain's imperial past.
Ancient Welsh cave art rewrites human history
Groundbreaking archaeological find in Welsh caves reveals sophisticated 15,000-year-old artwork, forcing scientists to completely reconsider the timeline of human creativity and settlement in Britain.
Engineer destroys Native American burial site
A Massachusetts engineer faces criminal charges after allegedly bulldozing a protected Native American burial ground to create a 'meditation area' on his $2 million property, destroying priceless archaeological heritage.
Ancient Biblical cult site unearthed in Israel
Archaeologists have uncovered a stunning 5,300-year-old temple complex in Israel that reveals mysterious pagan rituals and human sacrifices centuries before the Biblical battle of Armageddon.
1914 Time Capsule Found in Utah Church Reveals Japantown History
Construction workers in Salt Lake City make astonishing discovery of 1914 time capsule containing perfectly preserved artefacts from Japantown's early immigrant community.
Ancient civilisation's climate survival secrets revealed
Groundbreaking archaeological research reveals how the Norte Chico civilisation of Peru adapted their society and agriculture to withstand catastrophic climate change, offering lessons for modern environmental challenges.
Manslaughter probe after Roman tower collapse kills worker
A construction worker has tragically died after a wall collapsed at a Roman tower excavation site in London, prompting a manslaughter inquiry and raising serious safety concerns.
Ancient Roman tower partially collapses near Colosseum
A section of the historic Torre dei Conti in Rome crumbled onto the street, narrowly avoiding tragedy as emergency services secure the area around the 800-year-old monument.
Ancient Roman Tower Collapses Near Colosseum
Shocking footage captures the moment a 2,000-year-old tower in Rome partially collapses, sending tourists scrambling for safety as debris rains down near the iconic Colosseum.
Ancient Roman tower collapses near Colosseum
A section of the medieval Torre dei Conti crumbled near Rome's Colosseum, sparking emergency closures and raising concerns about the preservation of Italy's historic structures.
Ancient Roman 'Pandora' bracelet found in Kent drain
A routine drain clearance at Bluewater shopping centre reveals a mysterious Roman-era bracelet bearing the name 'Pandora', leaving archaeologists and staff utterly speechless.
Dartmoor Stones Reveal Britain's Oldest Bridge
Revolutionary archaeological research from University of Exeter uncovers evidence of UK's oldest bridge hidden within Dartmoor's mysterious stone rows, rewriting British prehistory.
Medieval mass grave reveals Spain's violent religious past
Archaeologists discover 13th-century skeletons in Spain showing evidence of violent deaths during Christian consolidation, challenging historical narratives of peaceful conversion.
Mexican families uncover ancestral secrets in archaeology project
In a remarkable fusion of tradition and science, Mexican families collaborate with archaeologists to uncover centuries-old family histories through skeletal remains, blending Día de los Muertos customs with modern research.
Roman village discovered near Egypt's pyramids
Archaeologists make stunning discovery of complete Roman-era settlement near Giza plateau, rewriting history of the iconic pyramids site
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