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Child finds a 100-year-old cross pendant likely lost by pilgrim

A unique cross pendant, crafted using the micro-mosaic technique about 100-200 years ago, was discovered in Ein Karem, as this remarkable find tells the story of pilgrims and highlights the central role of the Holy Land in the history of Christian pilgrimage

Ynetnews | 12.29.24

Authorities apprehend 4 looters at ancient Galilee archaeological site

Suspects from Kafr Kanna caught looting ancient site of Horvat Binit, key Lower Galilee location tied to olive oil production during Hellenistic period; authorities stress importance of preserving Israel’s archaeological heritage for future generations

Ynet | 12.23.24

Study finds 1st evidence of prehistoric religious rites in Galilee cave

Experts map Manot Cave after finding turtle-shaped rock dating back 35,000 years likely used for religious rites; Discovery offers unique outlook into early human belief system

Eitan Glickman | 12.11.24

פעילות צה"ל בלבנון - חוסל מפקד מרחב עיתרון ביחידת רדואן של חיזבאללה

Israeli defenses intercept Hezbollah missile, rocket fire continues

Over 13 airstrikes target Dahieh, Saudi media says while Lebanese outlets report three journalists working for the Hezbollah-affiliated al Mayadeen network are killed in an Israeli strike in South Lebanon

ynet correspondents | 10.25.24

המערכת הקדומה מתוארכת לימי בית שני ועד מרד בר כוכבא

Palestinians caught red-handed stealing antiquities

Thieves are found inside an underground storage chamber from the time of the Second Temple, causing irreversible damage to the ancient remains

Yaron Drukman | 10.10.24

Child finds 1,800-year-old engraved ring on Mount Carmel

Young Yair Whiteson finds a bronze ring engraved with the image of Athena while hiking with his IDF reservist father and turns it in to the Israel Antiquities Authority; It will be on display for visitors to Jerusalem

Yaron Drukman | 07.17.24

ד"ר קרנית בכרטן ויעקב שרביט עם הקנקנים הקדומים

3,300-year-old sunken ship discovered off the coast of Israel

Ancient merchant ship, apparently delivering clay jugs, was discovered nearly 6,000 feet under water, off the Israeli coast; Experts say this find provides valuable insight into the marine navigation capabilities of ancient humans, as they crossed huge bodies of water

Yaron Drukman | 06.20.24

High-school student discovers 1,600-year-old oil lamp on class trip

Israel Antiquities Authority said that the identical lamp was found there more than 90 years ago; It lit up the nights of Roman soldiers, who were guarding Mezad Ma'ale Mahmal, an important trade route where copper, and possibly gold, was transported

Ynet | 03.27.24

Underground complex from time of Bar Kokhba rebellion uncovered near Sea of Galilee

Residents of Huqoq about 1,900 years ago converted the water cisterns into hiding systems, excavations find; In addition, they closed a ritual bath and made it into a branched hiding system, which enabled safe movement under the houses, in winding, narrow and extremely low caves

Yaron Druckman | 03.18.24

Ancient Israelite coin from 132 AD found in desert during excavation

Coin with ancient Hebrew writing, containing the words 'Eleazar HaCohen' imprinted on it, was found during a recent excavation in the Judean desert, casting some archeological light on the Bar-Kokhba era

ynet correspondents | 03.04.24

IDF reservists discover a 1,500-year-old oil lamp near Gaza border

Israel Antiquities Authority said it is a 'sandal candle' from the Byzantine period; The reservists handed over the ancient find to the state treasury and were awarded a certificate for their good citizenship

Ynet | 12.27.23

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

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

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