Woodpecker fossil from 200,000 years ago found in 'staggering' condition
The fossil was found preserved in rock in a stone quarry, and is now on display in a local museum.
Ancient "Mayan ritual" human bone discovered in underwater cave
A canoe, found among bone fragments from a number of species, including humans and armadillos, may have been used by the ancient Mayans for ritual purposes.
Burial site with dozens of skeletons dating back 1,300 years discovered
Archaeologists found around 80 graves dating back to the 7th century AD, containing skeletons buried with barely any clothes on.
Ancient marble slab revealing Roman emperor's "secret" journeys discovered
Engravings discovered etched into white marble, in the ancient Roman city of Ostia Antica, describe Hadrian's movements in detail.
Four-hundred-year-old boat that sailed after the Aztec Empire's fall found
The remains of the boat were discovered at the site of a former lake that has now vanished.
Neanderthals cannibalized juveniles, archaeologists discover
Cannibalism does not appear to have been widespread among Neanderthals but evidence from a site in Spain shows that among some groups it was more common.
Lost Maya city with pyramids discovered hidden deep in the jungle
The ancient settlement was likely an important center in the region during the Classic period of Maya civilization—around 250-1,000 A.D.—according to experts.
Extremely rare medieval sword in "outstanding condition"
The sword was found in Amiens, France, and was discovered alongside surprisingly well-preserved organic matter including leather and wood.
Ancient Maya "deity of death" sculpture unearthed in Mexico
The limestone statuette shows an emaciated figure with a nose ring and skull mask and dates back to between 200 and 600 A.D.
Face of medieval teen girl in rare Christian burial finally revealed
The young woman, who was buried in England around 1,300 years ago with an extremely rare gold cross, is thought to have been an early Christian convert.
Drowned 16th-century church emerges from bottom of reservoir after drought
The church was constructed by members of the Dominican Order when the territory that is now Mexico was under Spanish colonial rule.
Archaeologists discover exceptionally well-preserved 3,000-year-old sword
Although it's unclear if the sword was ever used in combat or if it was a ceremonial blade, its center of gravity would make it suitable for use as a weapon.
Woman finds 3,000-year-old Egyptian goddess figurine during beach walk
The figurine, found on a beach in southern Israel, was confirmed by the Israel Antiquities Authority to be a carving of the Egyptian goddess Hathor.
Fury as ancient stone monuments destroyed to build DIY store
The stones, often referred to as "French Stonehenge," date back at least 7,000 years.
Long-lost city of drunkenness, wealth and impiety hidden under the sea
The city of Rungholt, said to have been washed away as punishment for its inhabitants' sinful ways, has been discovered beneath the mudflats of the North Sea.
Scientists shed light on mysterious habits of small-brained extinct humans
The human species Homo naledi may have buried their dead deliberately, and made carvings into their cave walls, unusual behavior for their small brains.
Tutankhamun's face revealed in stunning detail in new 3D reconstruction
The boy king's facial appearance has long been the subject of fascination among researchers and the general public.
Ancient graves with 1,500-year-old human remains found below city streets
Archaeologists have documented the remains of seven bodies dating to the fourth and fifth centuries and two skeletons from the sixth to seventh centuries.
Church that vanished almost 700 years ago rediscovered
The church is thought to have been part of a medieval trading settlement sometimes referred to as the "Atlantis of the North Sea."
Graveyard of extinct elephants from 5 million years ago found in Florida
The once-in-a-lifetime skeleton is the most complete gomphothere fossil from its time period discovered in Florida.
Huge ancient Roman sculptures dug up at sports club—"Finds of a lifetime"
The carved sandstone heads, thought to be around 1,800 years old, have been described as "unique and priceless" artifacts.
Earliest evidence of wine drinking in Americas discovered in U.S. territory
Researchers detected evidence of wine residue on the remains of a pottery vessel dated to around 500 years ago.
Newly discovered Pompeii victims found crushed to death in utility room
One of the skeletons had its arm raised in a vain attempt to protect himself from falling stone.
Storm uncovers 1,800-year-old shipwreck carrying rare precious cargo
The ship carrying the precious cargo likely became wrecked during a storm around 1,800 years ago, according to archaeologists.
Secrets of sealed Egyptian animal coffins revealed for the first time
"It is rare for these metal coffins to have survived intact," Daniel O'Flynn, an X-ray imaging scientist at the British Museum, told Newsweek.
Miami's rampant condo-building is trampling all over history
The city has a habit of paving over its ancient history, experts said, as Indigenous activists voice their opposition to a development on a Tequesta site.
Ancient drawings revealed beneath Hawaii sand
The stone carvings, thought to have been created many centuries ago before Europeans arrived in Hawaii, have not been seen since 2016.
1,600-year old demon-slaying mega sword unearthed in Japan
The seven-foot sword, the largest of its kind found in Japan, was found buried alongside a massive shield-like mirror, also thought to ward off evil.
Hoard of Roman coins found after hiker stumbles across lost ancient site
The site, far from human habitation, today and in Roman times, is unusual because of the amount of coins and the location.
The Roman city where people haven't grown taller for 2,000 years
Researchers have found that unlike the rest of the world, the citizens of Milan have not significantly grown since the Roman Era.