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Byzantine-era oil lamp offers insight into ancient Jewish life in the Galilee

A nearly intact oil lamp, dating back to the 4th–6th centuries CE, was discovered in Zippori National Park in the Lower Galilee; This rare Byzantine-era find, likely used by a Jewish community, provides valuable insight into religious and daily life in the region

Ynet | 12.22.24

A view of archeological remains at Venizelou metro station in Thessaloniki

New Greek metro is archaeological window on the past

Byzantine-era market, Roman cemetery and other treasures uncovered when construction began on Thessaloniki underground station; sites can now remain in public view

Reuters | 11.30.24

'The first wheels in history': 12,000-year-old spindle whorls found in Galilee

Hebrew University archaeologists uncover region’s first evidence of round stones used as spindle whorls to spin thread, dating back to late Stone Age

Ynet | 11.14.24

Spy satellite images lead archeologists to the site of historic battle in Iraq

Declassified U.S. spy satellite imagery from the 1970s has guided British-Iraqi archaeologists to the Battle of al-Qadisiyyah site, pivotal in Islam's expansion; Excavations will begin next year, marking a significant archaeological resurgence in conflict-ravaged Iraq

Abby Sewell, AP | 11.12.24

שני הפרטים המחובקים בפומפיי, שאחד מהם התגלה כזכר, בניגוד למה שהיה ידוע עד כה

DNA analysis upends long-held assumptions about Pompeii victims

New study samples DNA from plaster cast on victims of volcanic eruption near ancient Roman city and shows traditional assumptions of familial relations between them are wrong

Yogev Israeli | 11.11.24

Work begins on elevator to make Western Wall accessible to visitors

Herzl Ben-Ari, CEO of the Company for the Development and Renovation of the Jewish Quarter says work is bridging 2,000 years of history; Ancient findings discovered in the archaeological excavations will be integrated into the elevator lobby.

Shilo Freid | 09.22.24

ד"ר אלנה קוגן-זהבי מרשות העתיקות, אשר חשפה את אחד הקברים לפני כ-30 שנה, בקברים לאחר שימורם

Nymphs and goddesses: Roman-era wall paintings found in Ashkelon

Paintings decorating ancient tombs discovered decades ago now preserved near city's marina by Israel Antiquities Authority conservation experts

Ynet | 08.27.24

Israeli archeologists among researchers uncovering rare Mongolian grave

Researchers from Hebrew University join with American and Mongolian team to find tomb of high-status woman with artifacts indicating ties beyond borders, dating to pre-Mongolian empire days

Daniel Edelson, New York | 08.18.24

חרותת הסטלה: מודל תלת-ממדי עם הדגשת קווים (א); תצלום (ב). הדגשת הקווים החרותים מבוססות על המחקר האנליטי של המיקרומורפולוגיה

Study solves mystery of ancient wall carvings in Timna

Researchers from the Hebrew University of Jerusalem use newly developed computer software to analyze how carvings from 14th century BCE were designed; find complex details and cultural ideas that drove the creative process behind it

Ynet | 07.29.24

קטע ממפעל הביצור המונומנטאלי שהגן על מלכי ירושלים

Experts uncover monumental works to fortify Temple Mount, king's palace in Jerusalem

Archaeologists excavating City of David discover deep moat used to defend the city in times of war against enemies and siege engines

Ynet | 07.21.24

Israeli breakthrough confirms biblical battle of Gath mentioned in Book of Kings

Israeli study finds evidence of King Hazael of Aram capturing Philistine city Gath, as in 2 Kings, using a method measuring magnetic fields in burnt mudbrick

Ynetnews | 01.07.24

Archeologists uncover part of Roman-era aqueduct in Jerusalem

Israel Antiquities Authority says the exposed section of the aqueduct, which carried water to the city's elite 2,000 years ago, was impressively preserved, allowing experts to possibly date its origins

Yaron Druckman | 08.28.23

הצוללנים בוחנים את שרידי הספינה הטרופה אנטיקיתרה

New expeditions to a 2,000-year-old sunken vessel

The Antikythera, a cargo vessel from the late Hellenistic - early Roman era sunk to the depth carrying riches including bronze and marble statues, gold and silver was first found in 1900; now a 5-year program hopes to reveal all its secrets

Yogev Israely | 07.27.23

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 Israely | 07.12.23

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 Israely | 06.22.23