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Ancient cargo ship found off the coast of Israel
Enormous rare cargo of 1,800-year-old marble artifacts on merchant ship that shipwrecked in a storm uncovered off the coast of Beit Yanai.
75-year-old compass found at War of Independence battle site
Compass remnant of massacre of Israeli soldiers by Arabs at “The Battle of the 35" in 1948.
1,800-year-old relics: Gold jewelry found in Jerusalem burial cave worn against 'evil eye'
For the first time, gold jewelry found in late Roman-era Jerusalem burial cave to go on display.
Oldest ever copper fishing hook discovered in Ashkelon
Shark hunting? Huge copper fishhook unearthed in coastal city of Ashkelon.
Ancient mosaic floor re-uncovered in central Israel
An ancient mosaic floor adorned with colorful floral designs has been re-uncovered after 40 years, along the Israel National Trail.
Israel Antiquities Authority: Artifact bearing name of Ahasuerus' father is not authentic
IAA makes rare retraction, walking back announcement hailing discovery of shard bearing the name of Persian king Darius.
Ancient inscription with name of King Darius found in Israel
2,500-year-old potshard bearing name of King Ahasuerus' father found in central Israel.
A hospital-turned-church-turned-bar in Spain revealed as medieval synagogue
Archaeologists in Spain have excavated a 14th-century Sephardic synagogue, revealing a women’s section and ritual baths.
Ancient gold bead from the City of David found in Jerusalem
Teenager uncovers rare gold bead from Pilgrimage Road structure in the City of David outside of the Old City of Jerusalem.
1,000-year-old moat, mysterious hand imprint uncovered in Jerusalem
1,000-year-old rock-hewn moat and a mysterious hand imprint found next to the walls of the Old City of Jerusalem.
4,000-year-old ostrich eggs uncovered in southern Israel
Eight ostrich eggs from 4,000 years ago found next to ancient fire pit outside of moshav in southern Israel.
The Biden Administration's archaeological absurdity
Biden's men call an Assyrian archaelogical find a "rare Palestinian cultural object.” Islamists call Assyrian srchaeology "heresy." Op-ed.
Second Temple-era tomb is being uncovered in Lachish Forest
This 2,000-year-old burial tomb became revered by Christians as Salome's Cave. But who actually is buried there?
Students unearth 3000-year-old scarab near Tel Aviv
“At first, I thought it was a toy lying in the dirt," says Gilad Stern. "It was a scarab seal - every archaeology-lover’s dream!”
Hoard of ancient gold coins discovered in northern Israel
“The person who hid the coins between the stones of the wall probably fled hoping to later retrieve his property, but he failed to return.”
Archaeologists unearth evidence of opium use in ancient Israel
Opium residue was found in pottery vessels excavated at Tel Yehud, dating back to the 14th century BCE.
'The burial cave was like an Indiana Jones film set'
A burial cave from the time of Pharaoh Rameses II, containing tens of ancient finds, was revealed in the Israeli national park.
Rare First Temple-era document repatriated to Israel
“We are retrieving lost treasures from the past." Ancient document addressed to 'Ishmael' returned to Israel in joint intel operation.
Rare ivory plaques from First Temple era found in Jerusalem
Collection of ivory decorations dating back to First Temple period unearthed in palace in the City of David in Jerusalem.
Massive prehistoric elephant tusk unearthed in central Israel
Archaeologists say new discovery could shed light on the diet and behavior of humans during the Lower Paleolithic.
Archaeologists shed light on Roman siege of Jerusalem
Archaeological evidence for location of Roman ballista and the intensity of the siege that led to the destruction of the Second Temple.
Stone inscription in southern India reveals evidence of region’s oldest synagogue
Researchers say stone inscription from 13th century shows evidence of ancient synagogue in southern India.
Found in bunker of Warsaw Ghetto Uprising leader: Tefillin, Talmud pages
Bunker where Jewish Fighting Organization leader Mordechai Anielewicz was killed fighting the Nazis in 1943 uncovered.
Ancient luxury estate and mosque unearthed in southern Israel
New find in the Negev sheds light on the beginnings of Islam in the Southern Levant.
New Segment of the Low-Level Aqueduct to Jerusalem Exposed
IAA to host public without cost at archaeological excavation in Armon Hanatziv as well as in several other archaeological sites in the city
2100-year-old Hasmonean era farmstead uncovered in Galilee
“The farmstead was probably abandoned suddenly due to impending danger." Find at ancient farm sheds light on Hasmonean period in the Galilee
First Temple-era Jerusalemites imported luxury items from as far away India
Kingdom of Judah's position on major international trade route gave Jerusalemites access to luxuries from as far away as India, study shows.
Archaeologists uncover oldest Hebrew text ever found
3200-year-old amulet with Hebrew name of God found in Samaria, may be oldest Hebrew text ever discovered.
What was recycling like 500,000 years ago?
First-of-its-kind study at Tel Aviv University finds that prehistoric collectors recycled stone tools to preserve ancestors' memory.
Remains of early Jewish community found in Moroccan mountains
Moroccan, Israeli and French archeologists have unearthed the remnants of an early Jewish community in the Atlas Mountains of Morocco.
Excavations reveal ancient synagogue in Turkish town near tourist hotspot
Excavations reveal ancient synagogue in Turkish town near tourist hotspot of Antalya. Synagogue dates back to 7th century.
Ancient Treasure Found at Sea: 2 shipwrecks discovered off Israel's coast near Caesarea
Marine archaeology survey off the coast of Caesarea recovers treasure from two ancient shipwrecks, including hoard of silver coins.
Fortress from Hasmonean wars discovered in Lachish Forest
2100-year-old fort destroyed by the Maccabees uncovered in Israel's Lachish Forest.
Teens find ancient coins in Samaria
Hundreds of youths participate in archaeological dig at Tel Khaya site in Itamar, discover various finds from the Hasmonean period.
Israeli scuba diver discovers 900-year-old Crusader sword off Hof HaCarmel
Sword’s discovery suggests that the natural anchorage where it was found was also used by ships in the Crusader period.
Massive ancient wine factory unearthed in Israel
'2 million liters of wine per year.' World's largest wine production facility from the Byzantine era discovered in Yavne.
2700-year-old toilet from First Temple period discovered in Jerusalem
Royal mansion from era of the Kings of Judea discovered in Jerusalem - featuring private toilet and ancient septic tank.
Trojan Horse discovered at Troy?
Turkish archaeologists have reportedly discovered a large wooden structure they think could be the remains of the Trojan Horse.
Incredible discovery may shed new light on Bar-Kochba Revolt
An archaeological dig has revealed a coin dating to post-2nd Temple times, questioning whether the Jewish uprising was entirely squashed.
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