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April 7, 2025

Archaeologists uncover hundreds of bodies under soccer field in eerie find: 'Truly a battlefield'

Archaeologists in Vienna, Austria, uncovered a significant find: a Roman mass grave from the first century A.D., located beneath a soccer field. They shared their findings publicly.

April 7, 2025

Ancient settlement reveals remains of 1,800-year-old dog, baffling experts: 'Preserved quite well'

Archaeologists have recently unearthed the remarkably well-preserved remains of a dog from ancient Rome, shedding light on the widespread practice of ritual sacrifice in antiquity.

April 6, 2025

Belgian archaeologists uncover well-preserved dog dating back to Roman times

SOLVA Archaeology Service in Belgium announced the recent discovery of ancient Roman artifacts and remains, including a well-preserved dog, in Velzeke. (Source: SOLVA Dienst Archeologie)

April 2, 2025

Ancient tomb tied to Roman gladiator discovered by archaeologists

Archaeologists in Italy have recently discovered ancient Roman tombs while excavating a necropolis, including one with a gladiator's epitaph. Coins, lamps and vases were also found.

February 13, 2025

Archaeologists unearth ruins of nearly 2,000-year-old Roman basilica in London

While exploring the site of a 32-story planned skyscraper in London, archaeologists unearthed the ruins of a nearly 2,000-year-old Roman basilica.

February 4, 2025

Ancient Roman helmet turns up in unusual location: 'Exceptionally rare'

Danish archaeologists recently announced the discovery during an excavation of a variety of weapons and armor dating to the Iron Age and ancient Rome.

November 26, 2024

New subway system in Greece puts archaeological finds discovered during construction on display for passengers

A new subway system is on its way to being showcased to passengers in Thessaloniki, Greece. The project unveiled thousands of ancient finds through excavations.

November 18, 2024

Outrage ensues in Rome over Airbnb's gladiator 'battles' coming to Colosseum

The Colosseum and Airbnb are facing backlash from some Italian officials and residents after announcing a partnership to bring back gladiator "battles" in Rome for two nights only.

November 16, 2024

2,000-year-old Roman road discovered by archaeologists in London

An ancient Roman road was recently discovered by archaeologists in London. The 2,000-year-old road was located beneath modern-day Old Kent Road.

October 22, 2024

Ancient Roman statue discovered by construction workers in Bulgaria

During construction work in the city of Varna, workers found a well-preserved marble statue dating back to the Roman era outside the fortified walls.