Search: archaeology


SEARCH RESULTS FOR "ARCHAEOLOGY" NEWS

Science News: Bison, Storms, COVID, and Ancient Tools

Science News: Bison, Storms, COVID, and Ancient Tools
155

Recent science news covers Yellowstone bison merging into a single population, deadly US storms, a critique of COVID policies, and the discovery of 1.5 million-year-old bone tools in Tanzania. Read more...

Pompeii's Frescoes: Dionysian Mysteries Unveiled

Pompeii's Frescoes: Dionysian Mysteries Unveiled
144

New discoveries in Pompeii reveal stunning frescoes depicting Dionysian rituals, including a captivating fresco featuring an ambiguous woman rather than Dionysus himself. Read more...

Vesuvius Eruption Turns Brain to Glass

Vesuvius Eruption Turns Brain to Glass
138

Archaeologists discovered a 2,000-year-old brain turned to glass by the intense heat of the Mount Vesuvius eruption. The victim, a young caretaker, was preserved in a unique and terrifying way. Read more...

Dionysus Discovery: Pompeii Unveils Stunning Fresco

Dionysus Discovery: Pompeii Unveils Stunning Fresco
140

A newly discovered fresco in Pompeii depicts the enigmatic cult of Dionysus with unprecedented detail, showcasing maenads and vividly portraying ancient rituals. Read more...

Science News: Glass Brain, Beavers, Planets, and Woodhenge

Science News: Glass Brain, Beavers, Planets, and Woodhenge
148

Recent science news includes a man's brain turned to glass by Vesuvius, beaver releases in England, a planetary parade, and a Stonehenge-like circle found in Denmark. Read more...

Science Roundup: Denmark's Stonehenge & Narwhal Tusks

Science Roundup: Denmark's Stonehenge & Narwhal Tusks
139

From a Stonehenge-like burial site in Denmark to narwhal tusk discoveries and triple tropical storms near Australia, science delivers fascinating insights this week. Read more...

Vesuvius Eruption Turned Brain to Glass

Vesuvius Eruption Turned Brain to Glass
135

Scientists have made a stunning discovery: the brain of a young man who perished in the Vesuvius eruption nearly 2000 years ago was transformed into glass. This unique phenomenon offers new insights into volcanic catastrophes. Read more...

Ocean News: Shark Health & Canoe Discovery

Ocean News: Shark Health & Canoe Discovery
141

Discover how tourist feeding affects reef sharks in French Polynesia and the significance of a canoe discovery in New Zealand. Plus, a surprising dolphin encounter. Read more...

Global Science News: Butterflies, Dust, and Ancient Codes

Global Science News: Butterflies, Dust, and Ancient Codes
136

A roundup of recent science news, including declining butterfly populations, Saharan dust reaching Europe, the successful launch of Ariane 6, and the mystery of Bronze Age tablets. Read more...

Pompeii Unearths Secret Dionysian Cult Fresco

Pompeii Unearths Secret Dionysian Cult Fresco
131

Archaeologists in Pompeii discovered a rare fresco depicting secret Dionysian cult initiation rites in the House of Thiasus. The find reveals new insights into the city's ancient religious practices. Read more...

Science News: Dark Matter, Glaciers, and All-Female Space Crew

Science News: Dark Matter, Glaciers, and All-Female Space Crew
133

This week in science: New insights into dark matter mass limits, the alarming retreat of Colombian glaciers, and Blue Origin's historic all-female space crew mission. Read more...

Ancient Humans in Jungle & African Seeds Saved

Ancient Humans in Jungle & African Seeds Saved
132

Discoveries in Ivory Coast push back the timeline for human presence in jungles to 150,000 years ago. Plus, over 100,000 African seeds are stored in the Svalbard vault for safekeeping. Read more...

Vesuvius Victims: Glass Brain & Roman Silver Hoard

Vesuvius Victims: Glass Brain & Roman Silver Hoard
129

Archaeological discoveries include a man's brain turned to glass by Vesuvius and a hoard of Roman silver coins, offering insights into ancient life and death. Read more...

Fungus Houses & Ancient Blades: Science News Roundup

Fungus Houses & Ancient Blades: Science News Roundup
127

Discoveries in construction and archaeology! A Czech team builds with fungus, while Sharjah reveals 80,000-year-old Homo sapiens tools, shedding light on early human migration. Read more...

Pompeii Unearths New Dionysian Mysteries

Pompeii Unearths New Dionysian Mysteries
137

Recent excavations in Pompeii have revealed stunning new frescoes depicting Dionysian rites, featuring an enigmatic woman and a procession with satyrs and bacchantes. Read more...

Arctic Ice Claims Debunked, Ancient Blades Unearthed

Arctic Ice Claims Debunked, Ancient Blades Unearthed
133

This week in science: Debunking Arctic ice misinformation, the discovery of ancient Homo sapiens tools in Sharjah, and tracking polar bears in Svalbard. Read more...

Vesuvius Eruption Turned Victim's Brain to Glass

Vesuvius Eruption Turned Victim's Brain to Glass
128

Researchers have discovered a rare phenomenon: the 2,000-year-old eruption of Mount Vesuvius vitrified a victim's brain, turning it into glass. The discovery offers insight into the devastating effects of the eruption. Read more...

Pompeii Reveals Stunning Dionysus Frescoes

Pompeii Reveals Stunning Dionysus Frescoes
82

New discoveries in Pompeii shed light on the ancient cult of Dionysus, revealing breathtaking frescoes depicting vivid scenes of Roman ritual and the god's powerful influence. Read more...

Science News: Mice, Seagrass, and Newton's Beer

Science News: Mice, Seagrass, and Newton's Beer
138

Recent scientific breakthroughs include creating a bi-paternal mouse, restoring seagrass in Scotland, finding extraterrestrial jewelry, and learning about Isaac Newton's beer habits. Read more...

Spring's Arrival & Turin Shroud's Age Revealed

Spring's Arrival & Turin Shroud's Age Revealed
133

Discover the various dates marking the start of spring and the latest scientific findings on the Turin Shroud's age, plus a Belgian researcher training dogs to find murder victims' skeletons. Read more...

MOST VIEWED

2025 Oscars: Winners, Viral Moments, and Highlights

2025 Oscars: Winners, Viral Moments, and Highlights

1663
Tech Innovations to Watch in 2025

Tech Innovations to Watch in 2025

1382
Understanding Kid Culture and Medical Drama Escapism

Understanding Kid Culture and Medical Drama Escapism

1348
Syria Dialogue Sparks Controversy, Spy Arrested

Syria Dialogue Sparks Controversy, Spy Arrested

1324