Archaeology

While historical texts from the fifth and sixth centuries mention nursing homes, this is the first time a clear, physical artifact has been found that can be directly linked to them.

The rare bronze coin engraved in Hebrew with 'For the Redemption of Zion' was found near the southwest corner of the Temple Mount in the Jerusalem Archaeological Garden – Davidson Center.

This rich source of suggestions for family activities, hikes, and sightseeing includes details such as directions, admission fees, historical background, nearby attractions, and more.

“I was amazed by the find. To my delight, I also discovered a pair of gold earrings, but the ring, with its small and unique design, really moved me," volunteer Eddie Lipsman said.

Archaeologists uncovered the long-forgotten Byzantine settlement of Tharais.

The donkeys, found buried under a Bronze Age house in ancient Gath, near Tell es-Safi, were determined to have originated from ancient Egypt.

Proteins, a cell's molecular machinery, also offer valuable information and have the virtue of surviving much longer, as new research shows.

The grand opening of the GEM, which was set for July 3 – much delayed by revolutions, wars, financial crises, and the COVID pandemic – has been postponed yet again.

Evidence suggests the walled oasis phenomenon began around 3000 BC at Tayma and Qurayyah and spread to the Harrat Khaybar region by the end of the third millennium BC.

The Cyrus Cylinder is often considered the first charter of human rights, inscribed with the words of King Cyrus the Great, the founder of the Achaemenid Empire.

Despite the challenges, the excavation team remains resolute in its commitment to uncovering the past.