Antiquities
Israel returns 22 artifacts to Greece in first antiquities repatriation between Jerusalem, Athens
The antiquities had been seized during an operation conducted by the IAA's Theft Prevention Unit, before being identified as those belonging to Greece.
Oct. 7 Gaza border shelters designated antiquities as safeguard against 'clean up' projects
Antiques, AI, and a planetarium: The new attraction coming to the Golan
Egypt unearths three previously unknown tombs from different eras at Bahariya Oasis cemetery
Can you solve the riddle the Egyptian priestess faced to enter the next world?
Archaeologists uncover hidden 3,900-year-old tomb of Egyptian priestess in Asyut.
Greece returns Lydian coin hoard to Turkey under UNESCO agreement
The entire collection of coins is part of a coin "treasure" that was hidden in the late 5th or early 4th century BCE in Asia Minor.
Can you rent the pyramids? Egyptian officials say ‘no’
In response to the controversy, Egyptian archaeologist Dr. Zahi Hawass stated, “There is no such thing as renting the Pyramid.”
An unexpected trove of antiquities found in hidden basement of an Athens store
The items date from the Geometric period (1100-750 BCE) to the Hellenistic period, up to 31 BCE.
Archaeologists discover 2,500-year-old shipwreck near Sicily's coast
The find includes amphorae, anchors, and household utensils.
Are we getting closer to the elusive tomb of Cleopatra?
New discoveries at the Taposiris Magna temple complex west of Alexandria reignited hopes of locating the tomb.
Boy, 9, finds 60,000-year-old Neanderthal hand axe
Neanderthal hand axes are rare in Sussex; this is the first to be found in years, making Ben's discovery doubly special.
Egyptian-German team uncovers complete Ptolemaic temple pylon in Sohag
The archaeologists found inscriptions depicting a Ptolemaic king receiving offerings from the lion-headed goddess Rabit and her child, the deity Koulentis.
Egyptian ministry denies destruction of parts of the Great Pyramid
A video circulating on social media sparked controversy, claiming it documents "the breaking of stones" at the Great Pyramid of Khufu.
Archaeological mission discovers first Middle Kingdom tomb in South Asasif Necropolis
The excavation revealed a wealth of unique jewelry in the female burials, including necklaces, bracelets, chains, rings, and belts made from red agate, blue and green glazed ceramics, and faience.
