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Archaeologists uncover 'remarkable' section of a Roman road in London

Built after the Roman invasion in AD 43, the 2,000-year-old road connected the port of Dover to Londinium and the West Midlands.

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DNA tests reveal Pompeii victims were not who archaeologists believed

DNA analysis reveals certain Pompeii victims weren’t biologically related, challenging long-held assumptions about their family roles and identities.

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Remarkable coin collection bought by UK trust for over €5 million

A remarkable collection of 2,584 silver pennies dating back to the Norman Conquest has been acquired for £4.3 million (around €5.16 million), setting a record as the most valuable treasure ever discovered in the UK.

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Grand Egyptian Museum partially opens after decade-long wait

The Grand Egyptian Museum near the Giza Pyramids has partially opened 12 halls for a trial run, as it prepares for a full opening after years of delays.

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50 well-preserved Viking skeletons discovered in Danish burial ground

Beneath the sleepy Danish village of Åsum, archaeologists have discovered more than 50 remarkable Viking graves, which will likely shed new light on the everyday lives of the the formidable Norsemen.

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Archaeologists uncover throne and murals of female leader in Peru

Archaeologists in Peru have uncovered an ancient throne and murals depicting a powerful female figure from the ancient Moche culture at the Pañamarca archaeological site.

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Archaeologists uncover more than 50 Viking skeletons in Denmark

The discoveries suggest that the Vikings were involved in trade networks far more extensive than previously thought.

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Gobustan: Exploring new ways to appreciate mud volcanoes and rock art

In partnership with Azerbaijan Tourism Board

Gobustan shares its secrets with us in this episode of Explore Azerbaijan. We imagine ancient human life through the art they left behind, and see mud volcanoes in a brand new way.

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Lost Titanic statue rediscovered in decades-first expedition

RMS Titanic Inc., a Georgia-based firm that legally owns the rights to the 112-year-old wreck, completed its first expedition since 2010 and unveiled new images from the site on Monday.

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Why is there suddenly such a high demand for archaeologists in Italy?

EU COVID recovery funds have poured billions into the construction sector, increasing the need for preventive archaeology to check for historical treasures.

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Ancient 3,500-year-old jar shattered by toddler at Israeli Museum

In response to the accident, the museum has invited the family back for a guided tour to "sweeten" their mortifying experience.

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Hidden doorway to Shakespeare’s past uncovered in UK's oldest theatre

The archway was uncovered during archaeological investigations and is believed to date back to the time when Shakespeare and his company performed there.

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Researchers decipher 4,000-year-old Babylonian tablets predicting doom

Ancient tablets acquired by the British Museum decades ago have finally been deciphered - and they weren’t exactly good news for kings.

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Pompeii archaeologists uncover tragic final moments of two victims

The two skeletons were discovered in a cubicle, likely a bedroom, which had been sealed off by volcanic ash and lava, trapping them and leading to their death.

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Bulgarian beach bar sarcophagus turns out to be genuine Roman artefact

The genuine Roman sarcophagus was being used as decoration at a resort near Varna in the Black Sea.

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700,000-year-old bone confirms existence of tiny 'hobbit' humans

Researchers have confirmed fossil evidence of three-foot-tall early humans on an Indonesian island from 700,000 years ago, possibly related to Homo floresiensis, known as "hobbits."

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See Rome as it was 2,000 years ago in new multimedia show

The Journey through Caesar's Forum project offers tourists a virtual night-time walk through the ruins of the first Imperial Forum that has been restored to its former splendour.

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Archaeologists discover Bronze Age weapons and jewellery in Czechia

Discovered in Budyně nad Ohří, 40 km northwest of Prague, the site yielded eight axes, arm rings, pins, and a spearhead.

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Still toast-worthy? 19th-century Champagne found in Baltic Sea

The ancient ship was found loaded “to the brim” with luxury goods including porcelain items and about 100 bottles of Champagne and mineral water.

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Athens harnesses ancient Roman aqueduct to combat climate change

In partnership with the European Commission

Athens is no stranger to blistering heat, but faced with soaring summer temperatures the city is tapping into its ancient Roman engineering to create more green spaces. Water Matters journeyed underground to learn more.