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Marine archaeologists at the site of Greece's infamous Antikythera site uncovered a second wreck in addition to pottery and human remains.

Archaeologists Find Human Remains, Second Wreck at Ancient Shipwreck Site

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Archaeologists conducting excavations at the site of a church have unearthed a marble shrine containing a relic that they believe may be tied to Moses receiving the Ten Commandments.

The shrine contained a 1,500-year-old ivory box adorned with Christian motifs, according to an Innsbruck University press release.

The item was discovered by archaeologists from Innsbruck University in southern Austria under an altar inside a chapel at the summit of Burgbichl, a small hill, in the municipality of Irschen.  

Since 2016, archaeologists from the University of Innsbruck have been carrying out excavations in Irschen, which is a part of the Carinthian Drava Valley.

‘City of the Dead’ archeologists have...

Archaeologists discover ancient relic believed to be tied to Moses and the Ten Commandments

An ancient cemetery with more than 300 tombs of mummies has been unearthed in Egypt in a discovery that scientists have since dubbed the “City of the Dead.”

Archaeologists have spent five years digging at a site once located on the hill near the modern Mausoleum of Aga Khan III. The burial grounds reportedly span 270,000 feet and with tombs ascending up to 10 terraces. 



More recently, a team of international researchers uncovered 36 new tombs at the site which they estimated had been in use for some 900 years, between the 6th century BC and 9th century AD, with each...

‘City of the Dead’ archeologists have now uncovered more than 300 tombs packed with mummies

The ancient city of Swenett, now Aswan, thrived between 6 B.C. and 9 A.D.

Archaeologists Discover ‘City of the Dead’ With 1,000s of Mummies

Archaeologists in England unearthed two previously unknown Roman villas in addition to four historic farms and a WWII-era airfield during a recent survey.

Archaeologists Uncover Two Roman Villas, WWII-Era Airfield in England

A man found dead in a park in the early hours of the morning has been officially named as Thomas Boom, 30, known as Tommy. Four people have been arrested in connection with the incident which happened shortly after midnight in Miller's Meadow in Northampton. Northamptonshire Police said Mr Boom...

Man, 30, found dead in park is named by police

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There were a number of celebrities who passed away within the past week, including two notable actresses: Shelley Duvall and Shannen Doherty. Shelley Duvall passed away on Thursday July 11th at her home in Blanco, Texas. The cause of death was complications from diabetes and news of her death was confirmed by her partner Dan Gilroy.

Two Beloved Hollywood Actresses Have Passed Away This Week

A raft of global institutions - including major banks, media outlets and airlines - have reported a mass IT outage, affecting their ability to offer services. Several airlines have grounded flights around the world and many more are reporting delays. The US state of Alaska has warned its emergency services...

Mass IT outage affects airlines, media and banks

A 34-year-old man is raising funds for charity after suffering severe facial injuries when his dog attacked him during an epileptic seizure. In 2019, Ben Horne, from Yeovil, had a seizure in his sleep which caused his pet to panic and bite off his nose, as well as parts of his mouth and chin.

Man attacked by his dog during epileptic seizure

Human remains found in a park have been identified as those of a man who had been missing for more than two years. Karandeep Singh was initially reported missing from Slough on 13 December 2021. The formal identification follows the discovery of the remains in Herschel Park, Slough, on 7...

Remains identified as man missing for two years

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Spotting a few bugs in the house is typically a nuisance, but there's one in particular that should ring alarm bells for homeowners. If you come across the bug in the photo above, it's time to call in a professional.

Study This Photo--If You Find This Bug In Your House, You Need To Call in a Pro

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Shortly before 3 AM, people in the Chicago area may have felt their houses shake as a 3.4-magnitude earthquake occurred about 60 miles west of the city. (CHICAGO) The United States Geological Survey (USGS) reported a 3.4-magnitude earthquake around Somonauk, IL. Somonauk is in DeKalb and LaSalle Counties, 64 miles west of Chicago.

Did You Feel the Earthquake?

As a result of the discovery, more than 30 tombs belonging to the ancient Egyptians have been discovered on the hillside of Aswan, an ancient city located at the Nile. Many of these tombs are from the Greco-Roman period, and they've revealed much about the people who once would have inhabited this industrious coastal town.

Archaeologists Exceptional Discovery Unveils Over 30 Ancient Egyptian Tombs in Aswan

Great strides in research have illuminated many discoveries surrounding Pompeii, one of the cities destroyed by the eruption of Mount Vesuvius. Many have believed that the residents of Pompeii all suffered a tragic death at the hands of the natural disaster, but research has proven this to be incorrect. Many were able to flee the city and survive; some even thrived following the event.

Records of Survivors of Pompeii Found

Cornell researchers have refined the estimated sinking period of the Kyrenia shipwreck to between 286-272 BCE by overcoming dating challenges such as contaminant removal and revising the radiocarbon calibration curve, enhancing both historical understanding and broader scientific research. Historic shipwrecks often evoke dreams of sunken riches waiting on the bottom...

The Real Treasure Was Not Gold: Surprise Discovery Reveals Secrets of Ancient Greek Shipwreck

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A group of treasure hunters said they recovered over 200 hundred silver coins from an 18th Century shipwreck off the coast of Florida, calling the moment "numbing." "You don't expect that. You always hope for it but you never expect it," boat captain Grant Gitschlag told WOFL-TV. The coins in...

Treasure hunters say they recovered hundreds of silver coins from 1715 shipwreck off Florida

Knives, drugs and an air rifle have been seized as part of a major drugs operation in Plymouth, police have said. Devon and Cornwall Police said it joined forces with the Project Medusa County Lines team from Merseyside Police on 9 and 10 July to detect and disrupt drugs supply in the city.

More than 30 arrested in major drugs operation

Archaeologists near Bulgaria’s southeastern border with Greece uncovered a nearly 7-foot statue of the ancient Greek god Hermes during a dig this week. 

The unexpected find happened during excavation of an ancient Roman sewer in the abandoned city of Heraclea Sintica, which was founded by King Philip II of Macedon between 356 and 339 B.C.E. 

Jackie Robinson statue is rebuilt in bronze in Colorado after theft from Kansas park

The sprawling city was devastated by an earthquake in 388 A.D.

“Its head is preserved. (It’s in a) very good condition,” lead archaeologist Lyudmil Vagalinski said, explaining that the marble statue had been placed in the sewer and covered...

Statue of Greek god uncovered by archaeologists during excavation of ancient Roman sewer in Bulgaria

James Roddis is one of the most senior army officers to be court-martialled in the last 200 years.

Ex-Major General admits disgraceful conduct

In late 1922, expert photographer Harry Burton joined archaeologist Howard Carter's team as they uncovered the tomb of Ancient Egyptian King Tutankhamun. Ten years later and with over 5,000 objects from the site documented, Burton had amassed an incredible record of photographs from that world-famous discovery. One particular photo from...

Tutankhamun: The first ever view inside the tomb

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Archaeologists return to site of medieval abbey

Archaeologists are back at the site of a Benedictine abbey in a bid to discover the position and layout of its buildings. Cerne Abbey in Dorset...

Archaeologists return to site of medieval abbey

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