Ancient DNA sheds light on human sacrifice in early Korean society
A new genetic study has revealed striking details about the practice of human sacrifice in early Korean society, suggesting that those buried alongside elites were not outsiders, but often part of the same extended communities.
Ritual space, settlement and social memory at Rogsta in Södermanland
A large-scale archaeological investigation is currently underway at Rogsta, located northeast of Nyköping, where archaeologists are examining a site characterised by long-term, stratified human activity.
Study suggests turtles were turned into tools by Neanderthals
Neanderthals hunted European pond turtles (Emys orbicularis) in Central Europe, though probably not primarily for food. Instead, evidence from the Palaeolithic site of Neumark-Nord suggests that the animals’ shells were carefully cleaned and reused, possibly as small containers or scoop-like implements.
Ancient papyrus discovery reveals lost verses by Empedocles
A remarkable discovery in the archives of the French Institute of Oriental Archaeology has brought to light thirty previously unknown verses by Empedocles, offering an unprecedented glimpse into the work of one of ancient Greece’s most enigmatic thinkers.
Archaeologists uncover rare collection of Viking Age horse equipment
Archaeologists in central Sweden have uncovered a rare collection of Viking Age horse equipment, shedding new light on the cultural and symbolic importance of horses at the time.
Roman camp discovery linked to Battle of Pydna
Archaeologists working in south-western Bulgaria have uncovered compelling evidence of a temporary Roman military camp, potentially linked to the aftermath of the Battle of Pydna, one of antiquity’s clashes that reshaped the ancient world.
Archaeologists solve a WWII mystery near Zdanów
Archaeologists in north-western Poland have overturned a long-standing local legend after uncovering the remains of a German soldier in a forest near the small West Pomeranian settlement of Zdanów, historically known as Zankhof.
Early Iron Age city found in Uzbekistan’s Bandikhan Oasis
Archaeologists in southern Uzbekistan have uncovered a 3,000-year-old city, shedding light on early urban life in Central Asia.
New finds reveal daily life of Roman soldiers in Ancient León
A recent archaeological study offers new insight into the lives of Roman soldiers stationed in León, revealing how they lived, used goods, and adapted to their surroundings nearly 2,000 years ago.
Sanxingdui discovery suggests use of meteorite iron in Ancient China
A newly studied artefact from south-west China is drawing renewed attention from archaeologists after laboratory tests revealed a composition unlike typical Bronze Age materials.
Ancient campfire in Israel reveals 7,000-year-old ostrich egg meal
Archaeologists in southern Israel have uncovered a group of ostrich eggs in the Nitzana area, dated to around 7,000 years ago.
Coin discovery confirms location of lost Magellan colony
Archaeologists in Chile have uncovered a 16th-century silver coin, confirming the location of one of South America’s most infamous failed colonial settlements at the site of Rey Don Felipe - later known as Puerto del Hambre, or “Port Famine”.