Archaeology 2 hours ago Rare 16th-century shipwreck found at record depth in French waters: 'Remarkable discovery' French officials recently announced the discovery of Camarat 4, the deepest shipwreck ever found in French waters. The site includes 16th-century Italian ceramics with Christian symbols.
Travel 20 hours ago Message in bottle from 1983 washes up on remote island with historical contents intact An archaeology technician recently discovered a 1983 message in a bottle on Sable Island, with the gin-scented container preserving a faded letter and Canadian currency.
Historic Sites 1 day ago Two Revolutionary War letters are reunited at Fort Ticonderoga after 250 years apart Historic letters between Benedict Arnold and John Stevens were recently brought together at Fort Ticonderoga in New York, documenting Arnold's thoughts after the fort's capture.
Travel 3 days ago Ancient Christian tomb complex revealed beneath rubble from Syria's civil war An Ancient Christian tomb complex dating back 1,500 years was discovered by a contractor who was clearing rubble beneath a destroyed house in Syria's Idlib province.
VIDEO 3 days ago Ancient Christian tomb complex discovered under rubble in Syria An Ancient Christian tomb complex dating back 1,500 years was discovered by a contractor clearing rubble beneath a destroyed house in Syria's Idlib province. (Credit: AP)
Travel 4 days ago Long-lost sanctuary to Greek god discovered by archaeologists: 'Larger than life' Cypriot officials announced the recent excavation of a long-forgotten sanctuary to Apollo, offering insights into ancient rituals and architectural expansions.
Travel 4 days ago Marine experts find likely remains of 18th-century treasure ship that was lost for centuries Marine expert Edmond O’Byrne's team believes they have discovered the likely remains of the Recovery, an 18th-century that carried valuable cargo before it sank.
Travel 5 days ago Archaeologists uncover long-lost Ancient Roman building at construction site with a little help Swiss archaeologists recently announced the discovery of an Ancient Roman building after a pedestrian alerted authorities to peculiar stones near a highway construction site.
Travel 6 days ago Archaeologists uncover 4,500-year-old baby rattles that reveal ancient parenting techniques The National Museum of Denmark recently announced the discovery of 19 ancient baby rattles in Syria, showing that some Bronze Age societies had commercial markets for children's toys.
Lifestyle June 11 Archaeologists uncover unexpected remains of Civil War soldiers at historic landmark Archaeologists at Colonial Williamsburg recently announced the discovery of four Confederate soldier skeletons, revealing a makeshift hospital from the 1862 Battle of Williamsburg.
History June 10 Mysterious 'dumped' bodies of woman and child found by archaeologists in picturesque town A recent German excavation revealed a grim Celtic-era grave of a woman and child who may have suffocated from fermentation gases, according to archaeologists.
VIDEO June 10 Civil War remains found at Colonial Williamsburg, archaeologists say Virginia archaeologists recently came across four skeletons dating back to the Battle of Williamsburg, which was fought in 1862. The remains belonged to Confederate soldiers. (Credit: AP)
Travel June 10 Archaeologist uncovers Viking secrets during epic three-year journey at sea Swedish archaeologist Greer Jarrett has embarked on a three-year, 3,100-mile expedition in a Viking boat replica, uncovering new insights into Viking maritime journeys.
Religion June 9 Rare medieval Bible returns to Israel for public exhibit after centuries-long journey The 14th-century Shem Tov Bible is now being exhibited at the National Library of Israel, a year after a family bought it for a whopping multimillion-dollar sum.
Travel June 8 Archaeologists excavate ancient workshop with unfinished sculptures on Greek island Archaeologists recently excavated an ancient workshop on Paros, Greece, revealing unfinished sculptures and intriguing artifacts from the Classical period.
Travel June 7 Mystery of America's 'Lost Colony' may finally be solved after 440 years, archaeologists say Archaeologists recently uncovered evidence pointing toward the fate of the Roanoke Colony, whose residents disappeared between 1587 and 1590 in North Carolina.
Travel June 5 Dead Sea Scrolls could be even older than previously thought, according to new study A new study reveals the Dead Sea Scrolls may be older than believed, with AI analysis of handwriting styles and radiocarbon dating pushing many manuscripts back to 200 B.C.
Lifestyle June 5 Archaeologists uncover never-before-seen tombs of ancient Egyptian officials Archaeologists recently uncovered New Kingdom tombs in Luxor, Egypt, revealing insights into Ancient Egyptian history and the roles of high-ranking officials.
Travel June 4 Couple unearths 'highly revered' Ancient Roman rarity during volunteer dig at tourist site A couple who have volunteered in numerous excavations over the years found a "highly revered" ancient artifact at a fort in Northumberland, near Hadrian's Wall, in England.
Travel June 3 Archaeologist uncovers 'compelling evidence' of true location where Jesus turned water into wine An archaeologist has shared recently gathered evidence that Khirbet Qana, an excavation site in Israel, is the true location of Jesus Christ's first miracle in Cana. Here are the details.
Travel June 3 Tourists make 'historically significant' discovery while exploring South Carolina beach Tourists recently found historically significant remains on Edisto Island, South Carolina. The bones are believed to be from a forgotten burial site at Edingsville Beach.
Israel June 3 Huckabee condemns efforts to erase Jewish history to the Holy Land as ‘absurd’ U.S. Ambassador to Israel Mike Huckabee called efforts to deny Jewish ties to the Holy Land is "absurd" and urged historical revisionists to "follow the science" of archaeology.
Travel June 1 Historic gold watch lost in deadly Lake Michigan shipwreck 165 years ago finally returns home After 165 years, journalist Herbert Ingram's pocket watch, lost in the Lady Elgin sinking on Lake Michigan, has returned to his hometown of Boston, England.
Travel June 1 History buff uncovers lost medieval monastery thanks to strange map symbol Swedish archaeologists uncovered medieval monastery ruins in Derome, thanks to a history enthusiast's research of old maps and advanced radar technology.
Opinion May 31 Civil War spy Elizabeth Van Lew defined courage fighting for what she believed Elizabeth Van Lew, a Southern belle turned Union spymaster, exemplifies true heroism during the Civil War, challenging the diluted modern concept of a hero.
State And Local May 30 Since Floyd riots culled monuments 5 years ago, leaders in ex-Confederate capital lament ‘s—t didn’t change' From Jefferson Davis at Valentine Museum to stalled bridge renaming, Virginia faces ongoing debates over history and progress
Travel May 30 Rare 1,600-year-old mosaic from Christian monastery unveiled after centuries of obscurity A stunning Byzantine-era artwork from a Christian monastery in Israel was recently presented to the public for the first time, showcasing everyday scenes of ancient life and mythology.
Travel May 29 Archaeologists solve grim mystery of 1,500-year-old bucket found at historic tourist site Archaeologists recently uncovered the purpose of a 1,500-year-old bucket at Sutton Hoo, revealing that it was used as a cremation vessel for an important Anglo-Saxon figure.
History May 29 Mysterious bones that washed up on Jersey Shore finally identified 180 years after tragedy Ramapo College students recently used genetic technology and historical research to solve a decades-old mystery, connecting various bones to a 1844 shipwreck and one particular victim.
Lifestyle May 28 Rare diamond brooch found hiding in jewelry box delivers 'special moment' A diamond brooch hidden in a jewelry box of low-value items was spotted by an expert and later sold for over $3,100, helping to break auction records for the U.K. firm that sold it.