archaeology

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

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.

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

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

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.

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

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

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

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

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.

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

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

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

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

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

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.

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.

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

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.

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

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

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

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

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

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.

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.

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

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

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

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.