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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

מרואן מסארווה, ארכיאולוג ברשות העתיקות, עם העוגן העתיק

Israeli diver returns 1,700-year-old anchor after 27 years

Diver encountered anchor buried in seabed off Palmahim Beach in 1996; Antiquities Authority warns removing findings disconnects them from their archaeological context and 'leads to loss of valuable information about the site'

Ynet | 06.16.23

Homo naledi had smaller size brain but made rock art and buried their dead, research finds

Researchers discover remains of adults, children, and juvenile extinct humans in a South African cave, with their bodies in a fetal position, indicating burial practices dating back approximately 300,000 years, a behavior associated with hominins with larger brains

Ynetnews, Associated Press | 06.15.23

Statue of Greek God Pan dating to Roman Empire uncovered

The height of the marble statue, found in Istanbul, is less than 20 cm, with only the head, upper part of the body and one hand which is holding the panpipe intact; The pagan statue was created before the founding of Constantinople in 330 AD as the new capital

Yogev Israely | 06.14.23

Woman finds 3,000-year-old figurine of an Egyptian goddess on beach

Figurine of the Egyptian goddess Hathor, a symbol of fertility, power, protection, and wisdom is typical to the Canaanite culture, especially during the Late Bronze Age; now in the hands of Israel Antiquities Authority

Ynet | 06.13.23

גוש מטילי הנחושת שאותר על ידי החוקרים בעומאן

Archaeologists uncover 4,300-year-old copper ingots in Oman

An extremely rare find: Researchers believe the copper ingots were left there accidentally, when residents abandoned the settlement. At that time, copper was considered a desirable commodity since tools and other objects were made from it

Yogev Israely | 06.06.23

Silver bracelets uncovered in Egyptian queen’s tomb reveal ancient trading network

Researchers say new finding demonstrates for the first time the potential geographic extent of the trade networks that Egypt utilized during the ancient and early kingdom

Yogev Israeli | 06.04.23

המקום בו נמצא החומר המבושם מהתקופה הרומית

Scientists reveal what Roman Empire smelled like

Experts say precious quartz vessel found in Roman mausoleum in Spain remained airtight for centuries, allowing for researchers to study it and find out how the Romans used to smell like

Yogev Israely | 05.30.23

Ancient Egyptian coffin lids undergo probes in CT scan

Israel Museum collaborates with Shaare Zedek Medical Center to CT scan 2,000-year-old Egyptian coffin lids; Examination uncovers intricate details and reveals the craftsmanship of ancient artisans, providing valuable insights for ongoing research

TPS | 05.21.23

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