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1.8M-year-old human tooth found by archaeologists
A human tooth estimated to be 1.8 million years old was recently found by archaeologists in the country of Georgia. The tooth was found near…
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Easter Island archaeology project digs up island’s secrets
The first methodical investigation of the statues at Rapa Nui, which many think of as simple heads, reveals the complete figures buried over centuries by…
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Ancient inscription discovery thrills archaeologists in Israel
A unique 2,000-year-old stone inscription unearthed in Israel has thrilled archaeologists. The find is the first full spelling of “Jerusalem” on a stone inscription, archaeologists…
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Archaeologists discover world’s oldest axe
The world’s oldest axe fragment, seen here under a microscope, is the size of a thumbnail. (Australian Archaeology) It’s less than half an inch long,…
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Lost Roman city that was home to Jesus’ apostles found, say archaeologists
Experts believe they have found the lost Roman city of Julias, formerly the village of Bethsaida, which was the home of Jesus’ apostles Peter, Andrew…
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Exquisite ancient mosaic uncovered in Israel
The Lod mosaic that was recently exposed. (Photo: Niki Davidov, Israel Antiquities Authority) An incredible 1,700-year-old ancient mosaic has been uncovered by archaeologists in Israel.…
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1,600-year-old biblical mosaic discovered in Israel, sheds light on ancient Judaism
Archaeologists have uncovered a stunning 1,600-year-old biblical mosaic in northern Israel. The mosaic, which depicts a scene from the book of Exodus, was found at…
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Earliest Known Depictions of Two Biblical Heroines Found in an Ancient Synagogue
The Israelite commander Barak depicted in the Huqoq synagogue mosaic. PHOTO JIM HABERMAN Mosaics depicting the biblical heroines Deborah and Jael were uncovered by archaeologists…
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Stunning Roman mosaics return home to new Israeli museum
A worker cleans a restored Roman-era mosaic ahead of its display in its hometown ahead of the inauguration of the Shelby White & Leon Levy…
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1,700-Year-Old Hidden Mosaic Unearthed During Construction of New Mosaic Museum
The ancient mosaic finds an unexpected home. Part of the 1,700-year-old Roman-era mosaic floor discovered in Israel. Photo: Assaf Peretz, courtesy of the Israel Antiquities…