archaeology

Newly discovered fossils reveal that giant tortoises residing in the island of Aldabra Atoll were once preyed upon by gigantic crocodiles.

India Ashok Jan 25, 2018

Glacial archaeologists found 4,000-year-old arrows, Iron Age and Bronze Age clothing items and even a ski with its binding from 700 AD.

Aristos Georgiou Jan 24, 2018

The Dead Sea Scrolls are a spectacular collection of 900 ancient Jewish manuscripts discovered in the Qumran caves outside Jerusalem in 1947.

Aristos Georgiou Jan 22, 2018

It is thought that the skulls may have been smashed and larger bones deliberately removed after the bodies decomposed.

Aristos Georgiou Jan 19, 2018

Skilled builders carved massive terrace walls into a rocky headland on the Greek island of Keros, creating what looks like a man-made stepped pyramid.

Aristos Georgiou Jan 18, 2018

A team of archaeologists unearthed limestone wall segments from the fortress during restoration works on a 15th century townhouse.

Aristos Georgiou Jan 17, 2018

Last year, archaeologists discovered a tomb suspected to be the resting place of King Tutankhamun's wife Ankhesenamun.

India Ashok Jan 17, 2018

The new discoveries shed light on a key period of the early Viking age – when a new runic alphabet came into use.

Aristos Georgiou Jan 15, 2018

Archaeoastronomy professor suggests recently discovered void in heart of pyramid could house throne built of metal from outer space.

Aristos Georgiou Jan 11, 2018

33 fossil teeth of the Cretaceous Period shark, collected over a period of 38 years, revealed a new species that was likely the ancestor of the largest known shark – megalodon.

India Ashok Jan 10, 2018

The 18th century Dutch warship, the 19th century British steamboat and the ancient lighthouse were all found on sea floor of the Yucatan Peninsula.

India Ashok Jan 10, 2018

The residence was a summer getaway spot for the imperial family and other high-ranking officials, according to archaeologists.

Aristos Georgiou Jan 09, 2018

The Book of Deer, a biblical manuscript, contains the first written evidence of the Scottish Gaelic language.

Aristos Georgiou Jan 08, 2018

DNA analysis of an ancient mummy suggests Hepatitis B has been killing humans for centuries.

Aristos Georgiou Jan 04, 2018

The Canterbury Roll traces the history of England from its mythical origins right up until the Wars of the Roses.

Aristos Georgiou Jan 04, 2018

The mini robots have been designed to fit through a 1.5 inch-wide hole, which could be drilled into the pyramid without causing much damage.

India Ashok Dec 27, 2017

Even in today's tech-obsessed society, the wonders of the ancient world continue to delight. Here's our pick of this year's best archaeology stories.

Aristos Georgiou Dec 26, 2017

Satellite images spotted the ancient fortress, which marks the first time ever that such a massive military structure has been found.

India Ashok Dec 22, 2017

The objects include a 3,000-year-old Mycenaean sword, a golden crown with an inscription of the ancient Greek sun god Helios and a bust of Alexander the Great.

Aristos Georgiou Dec 22, 2017

Sarcophagus surrounded by 14 large stone pillars covered in mysterious Turkic Runic inscriptions and set in a square excites archaeologists.

Aristos Georgiou Dec 21, 2017

People living in the altiplano region of southern Bolivia between the 13th and 15th centuries developed a unique agricultural system.

Aristos Georgiou Dec 20, 2017

The writings include previously unknown Greek mythological and medical works, classical scientific documents, and the oldest surviving copy of the gospels in Arabic.

Aristos Georgiou Dec 20, 2017

The archaeological discovery could help reveal the lost cultural and historical heritage of lost, ancient Afghan empires.

India Ashok Dec 16, 2017

Antiquities ministry in Cairo says international teams made important finds at archaeological dig at Gebel el Silsila.

IBT UK Contributor Dec 14, 2017

Excavations at ancient Roman site give insight on how sex workers lived and worked, the sex trade of the city, and the sexual norms and practices.

Claire Toureille Dec 14, 2017

Raping a woman was not only dishonourable to the victim, but was regarded as "highly defamatory" to her male relatives - who could kill the perpetrator without risk of punishment.

Aristos Georgiou Dec 14, 2017

Relic believed to have come from Saint Nicholas confirmed as dating back to around time of his death in 343AD.

Ewan Palmer Dec 06, 2017

Remains of dozens of skeletons found on building site in Spanish capital believed to be from 17th century.

Ewan Palmer Nov 30, 2017

Researchers say that Caesar's campaign had more impact on Britain's history than was previously thought.

Aristos Georgiou Nov 29, 2017

Scientists reportedly ran tests on the remains of a limestone cave in the Church of the Holy Sepulchre in Jerusalem, dating it to around 345 CE.

India Ashok Nov 29, 2017