North America's first people may have arrived on sea ice 24,000 years ago
The latest findings shed new light on the peopling of the Americas, one of the hottest debates in archaeology.
Archaeologists find ancient Native American calendar on Colorado border
Researchers have documented previously unknown artworks carved into a rock by a culture whose history dates back more than 3,000 years.
Wisconsin locals may have found ship wrecked in deadliest-ever US wildfire
On October 8, 1871, the Peshtigo fire swept through northeast Wisconsin, claiming more than 1,200 lives.
Medieval skeletons provide "special understanding" of everyday Viking life
Researchers have found evidence of how Vikings treated dental problems, including seemingly filing their teeth, which may have been a bid to relieve tooth pain.
Roman "backwater" challenges history of the ancient empire's decline—study
Archaeologists have discovered an "amazing" theater, markets, bath complexes and a river port in a traditionally overlooked Roman settlement.
"Listening" to this ancient Greek sanctuary could reveal secrets of its use
A team have been investigating a renowned sanctuary dedicated to the ancient Greek deity Zeus using psychoacoustic techniques.
Archaeologists' "exciting" pre-Viking discovery rewrites history
Researchers have investigated a large burial mound in Norway, measuring almost 200 feet across, that contains an ancient ship.
Oldest fortress in the world discovered by archaeologists
A fortified structure in a remote region of Siberia has been dated to around 8,000 years ago, challenging our understanding of early human societies.
Ramifications of Roman Empire's fall explained by geneticists
Despite Rome having a strong presence in the Balkans, researchers found no evidence of Italian ancestry in the remains of 136 individuals from the area.
Ancient Egyptians kept "sacred" baboons in captivity, study reveals
The bodies of 36 mummified baboons were found with lesions and abnormalities in their bones, suggesting they had been mistreated in captivity.
Archaeologists find 16,800-year-old cave dwelling that is "one of the best"
Researchers also found more than 4,600 objects during their investigations, including the spectacular decorated bone of an extinct cattle species.
Mysterious objects found underwater in potentially "mind-blowing" discovery
The artifacts are made from obsidian, a naturally occurring volcanic glass—typically jet-black in color—formed by the rapid cooling of lava.
Divers discover fresh riches from sunken treasure ship thought picked clean
The finds from the 17th-century galleon—"one of the richest treasure ships" ever lost at sea—include gems and coins.
Archaeologists "surprised" by 6,500-year-old Stone Age site near Arctic
"The north is a magical place, and it holds many surprises—Tainiaro being just one of them," archaeologist Aki Hakonen said.
Cone-shaped tombs with more than 3,000-year-old human remains found in park
During their excavations, archaeologists also uncovered several artifacts, including four deer antlers fashioned into tools and female figurines.
Archaeologists discover rare 1,400-year-old "temple or cult house"
The remains of the probable temple, perhaps dedicated to pre-Christian beliefs, were found on an old English royal site.
Archaeologists find signs of mass animal sacrifices at 2,500-year-old site
A series of mysterious rituals involving animal sacrifice appear to have taken place at the site, which was intentionally buried.
Archaeologists discover ancient "Deer" monastery lost for centuries
"I had never expected us to find the monastery. I am absolutely delighted," archaeologist Alice Jaspars said.
Archaeologists uncover biblical truth in town captured by pharaoh
Radiocarbon dating led to discoveries that correlated with Biblical events, whereas other details were deemed unlikely.
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Incredible photos show lost town submerged by Lake—'There were cemeteries'
Local historian Katherine Loflin told Newsweek that buildings and pottery have also been found at Jordan Lake.
I dive the Bermuda Triangle for wrecks. We made a shocking discovery
Everyone thinks the planet is getting smaller; that we've seen and done everything. But there are a lot of secrets to be found.
Giant 200,000-year-old stone hand ax discovered in desert—"Amazing"
The tool may well be one of the largest prehistoric hand axes ever discovered, according to researchers.
Archaeologists discover pyramid built more than 3,000 years ago
The pyramid structure, which consists of step-like layers, served as the burial site for an elite individual.
Viking bracelet made 1,000 years ago found in farmer's field—"Real shock"
Metal detectorist Jørgen Strande said he was "totally surprised" by the find, which may have been used as currency during the Viking era.
Archaeologists unearth giant hall of ancient king famed for gold coffin
The hall is thought to be assoiated with a legendary Bronze Age ruler in Germany, who according to local folklore, was buried in a solid gold coffin.
"Exceptionally rare" sheep chariot found near tomb of China's first emperor
Sheep bones were lined up with chariot accessories, making it the earliest occurrence of a sheep-drawn carriage found in China.
Ancient Egypt's baboon mummies' mystery finally solved
In ancient Egypt, baboons—like many other animals—were mummified as offerings to the gods after their deaths.
Ancient Egyptian tomb discovered with magic spells against snake bites
The "richly decorated" tomb belongs to a royal scribe who lived around 2,500 years ago during a turbulent period in ancient Egyptian history.
War in Europe began way before we thought, ancient discovery reveals
Researchers analyzed more than 300 sets of human remains from a mass burial site dating back to around 5,000 years, finding an earlier origin for war in Europe.
Archaeologists discover ancient "cult" circular structure in jungle
The structure dates to the period 1000-1200 A.D. and could be linked to the cult of a serpent deity that was prominent in Maya mythology.