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Israel may uproot ancient mosaic discovered in Megiddo Prison

Israel Antiquities Authority says it will reach a decision in the coming weeks; 'there’s an entire process that academics and archaeologists are involved with,” says IAA director

Israel Moskowitz | 08.16.23

השחזור הווירטואלי של הגולגולת שחלק ממנה אותר בהואלונגדונג (במה שהוא כיום חלק ממזרח סין), על רקע תמונת האתר

Remains found in China may belong to previously unknown human lineage

Scientists in eastern China examined a jawbone, fragments of a skull and various foot bones from a hominin that lived approximately 300,000 years ago; Findings suggest this particular lineage bears a closer resemblance to Homo sapiens, or modern-day humans

Yogev Israeli | 08.07.23

המש"צית אביב ויצמן מחזיקה את שבר 'מראת הכשפים' שגילתה באושה העתיקה

Highschooler unearths Byzantine-era ‘magic mirror' in northern Israel

Aviv Weizmann, 17, finds ancient artifact meant to fend off demons during dig at site of ancient city of Usha; 'History, typically taught within the confines of classrooms, springs to life from the very ground we excavate,' says Israel Antiquities Authority chief

ynet correspondents | 08.03.23

Why Egyptian archaeology bodes ill for biblical research?

Opinion: Local researchers pledge to 'return the Pharaoh's treasures to their rightful owners,' thereby rectifying the sin of the West's theft of these treasures; Ethically, they are correct, but the price could be steep

Dr. Yaron Friedman | 08.02.23

The man who uncovers Jewish history in Jerusalem

Jay Rogosin, self-proclaimed filed archeologist says he is digging for his roots in the excavations around Jerusalem's Old City but is concerned that history might be repeating itself and destruction could be self-inflicted once more

Gilad Morag | 08.02.23

Palestinians uncover a Roman-era cemetery in Gaza

At least 125 tombs discovered at Roman-era cemetery in Gaza

Antiquities expert says it is the first time sarcophaguses made of lead are discovered in Gaza ; Local officials hope the site would become a tourist attraction, with a museum to display the findings

Reuters | 07.24.23

X-ray technology allows glimpse inside Crusader sword found in Israel

Researchers decide to try and solve the mystery of a 900-year-old sword found off the coast of Haifa in a way that won't damage the fragile artifact

Yaron Drukman | 07.20.23

אבני יד מאתר גשר בנות יעקב, לפני שעברו בדיקה גיאוכימית

Study tracks flint source of ancient tools using AI

Researchers say that ancient humans traveled about 20 km to obtain high-quality raw materials for their essential stone tools;

Ynet | 07.18.23

A human skull and oil lamps found in Te’omim cave

Archeological finds point to possible practice of black magic

Human skulls and hundreds of intact oil lamps found in Te’omim Cave near Jerusalem, dating to Late Roman period indicating location may have been used by local oracle

Ynet | 07.17.23

Israel to allocate millions to protect antiquities on the West Bank

Tourism Minister Haim Katz says West Bank is an inseparable part of the history of Jewish people; plan will include the implementation of protective means as well as international awareness campaigns

Itamar Eichner | 07.13.23

אחד הפסיפסים שהתגלו בבית הכנסת העתיק בחוקוק, בו רואים טיגריס רודף אחרי יעל

Mosaic unearthed in Israel shows biblical scenes and heroines

The newly discovered mosaic found near the Sea of Galilee is composed of a large slab, featuring an enigmatic Hebrew inscription at its center, surrounded by floral decorations

Yogev Israeli | 07.13.23

החפירות שבוצעו בעיר האלה סולטן טקה שבקפריסין

Archaeologists discover Bronze Age trove in Cyprus tombs

Excavation team use magnetic technology to locate buried holes in the ground that turn out to be filled with ancient treasures

Yogev Israeli | 07.12.23

Study reveals city planning Judah under King David

Unveiling ancient casemate walls and strategic urban layouts, a study conducted by Hebrew University sheds new light on the historical significance of the biblical traditions surrounding the kingdom's existence

Ynet | 06.26.23

Hidden tooth reveals new mammal related to hippos

Researchers in the Smithsonian National Museum uncover strange never-been-studied tooth in the collection, prompting them to investigate and find a previously unknown species of marine mammals

Yogev Israeli | 06.22.23

Ancient Israel had the largest crimson production site in the Levant, archeologists say

New excavation at Haifa coast uncovers a captivating historical narrative, portraying its transformation from a Phoenician village to a fortified Israeli crimson factory, offering insights into the Kingdom of Israel's economic power

ynet correspondents | 06.20.23

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