Archeology
Figurine unearthed near Sea of Galilee reveals earliest human–animal connection
At the Nahal Ein Gev II archeology site, a figurine was discovered to be the earliest item depicting human-animal interaction.
Dazzling Grand Egyptian Museum aims to be economic showstopper
Ancient Carmel cave dwellers hunted in lakes and marshes, not the sea, new study reveals
Archaeologists uncover 5,000-year-old winepress, Canaanite folk worship evidence near Tel Megiddo
Mass grave DNA reveals deadly disease that devastated Napoleon's army in 1812
The study revealed that Napoleon's soldiers suffered from several infections, exacerbated by cold, hunger, and exhaustion, which led to the army's defeat by the Russians in 1812.
Israeli archaeologists uncover medieval sugar mills beneath Gan Hashlosha National Park
The study indicates that the tunnels likely channeled water to drive horizontal paddle wheels, which powered millstones used to crush sugarcane.
1,500-year-old synagogue uncovered in Golan Heights nature reserve
Excavations in the Golan Heights have revealed a 1,500-year-old synagogue built of basalt and hewn stone, offering rare evidence of Jewish continuity in the region.
Israel thwarts Palestinian attempt to pave over biblical city of Gibeon
Historically, Gibeon was described as “the great city of Gibeon, one of the cities of the kingdom,” serving as one of the 13 priestly cities in the territory of the tribe of Benjamin.
Negev grape revival brings ancient vineyards back to life
This is an archaeological-tourism initiative led by the Israel Nature and Parks Authority, taking place as part of the Heritage Seeds Vineyard project in southern Israel.
Theft of 3,000-year-old gold bracelet theft sparks outrage in Egypt
The bracelet was sold for around $4,000 before being melted down.
Ancient human skull discovered in Greece rewrites human evolutionary timeline
Researchers from France, China, the UK, and Greece revealed that the Petralona cranium is at least 286,000 years old, placing it firmly in the Middle Pleistocene era.
Talmudic sages were active participants in ancient Mediterranean wine culture
According to a new study, the sages "sought ways to allow Jewish farmers to remain part of the wine industry without compromising Halacha.”
IAA reveals how Israel's archaeologists helped locate missing persons post-Oct. 7
The exhibition, opening to the public on August 6, will be held at The Jay and Jeanie Schottenstein National Campus for the Archaeology of Israel in Givat Ram, Jerusalem.
Israel Antiquities Authority unveils harrowing October 7 exhibition: 'Rising from the Ashes'
The Israel Antiquities Authority has announced the opening of its new exhibit detailing the October 7 massacre from the perspective of archeologists who assisted in bringing closure after the attack.
Ancient seal discovered in Temple Mount soil may link to King Josiah's era
Based on the writing style, the sealing dates to the late First Temple period, approximately the late-7th to early-6th century BCE.
