Archaeology
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worldAI Reconstructs Pompeii Victim's Final Moments, Revealing Ancient Survival Instinct
New excavations in Pompeii, aided by AI, reconstruct the desperate final moments of a Vesuvius eruption victim, revealing an ancient survival strategy.
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worldRoman Shipwreck Yields Over 1,000 Artifacts in Swiss Lake
Archaeologists discover a remarkably preserved Roman cargo ship's haul in Lake Neuchâtel, Switzerland, offering insights into ancient trade and military life.
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worldMonte Verde reevaluation sparks debate; West faces historic heatwave
Archaeologists challenge Monte Verde's age, while the U.S. West endures record-breaking heat.
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worldRoman Fortlet Unearthed North of Hadrian's Wall in Scotland
Archaeologists discover a Roman fortlet dating to the mid-third century A.D. near Bearsden, Scotland, extending the known defensive line beyond Hadrian's Wall.
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worldRoman Medicine: Ancient Vial Reveals Fecal Use in 1,900-Year-Old Treatments
Archaeologists uncover 1,900-year-old Roman vial containing human excrement, providing the first physical evidence of ancient fecal-based medicine.
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worldStudent Discovers 12th Century Crusader Sword Off Israeli Coast
A 12th-century Crusader sword, unearthed by a student off the coast of Haifa, Israel, offers a rare glimpse into medieval maritime history and warrior life.
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worldAncient Mass Grave in Serbia Reveals Brutal, Targeted Violence 2,800 Years Ago
Discovery of a mass grave containing predominantly women and children in Serbia offers new insights into early Iron Age warfare and social conflict.
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techRobots, Big Bang Soup, and Ancient Burials: This Week's Top Science Discoveries
Explore breakthroughs in AI robotics, the early universe, and ancient human practices from this week's science news.