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June 11, 2025

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.

June 10, 2025

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.

June 10, 2025

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)

June 10, 2025

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.

June 9, 2025

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.

June 8, 2025

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.

June 7, 2025

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.

June 5, 2025

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.

June 5, 2025

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.

June 4, 2025

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.