ancient history

Obsessed with the Roman Empire? Archaeologists just made a major discovery

Contrary to expectations, the peer-reviewed research demonstrates that Interamna Lirenas thrived well into the 3rd century AD, resisting decline for an impressive 900 years.

Ancient Egyptian baboons had a surprising diet - study

There are five species of baboons, all of them live in Africa or Arabia.

Jerusalem court acquits man who smashed 'blasphemous' statues at Israel Museum

The president of the Jerusalem Magistrate's Court sent him to involuntary hospitalization for four years, a period equal to the maximum prison sentence for the offense attributed to him.

By YOAV ETIEL , SHLOMI WELLER / WALLA!
05/12/2023

Ancient Egyptian baboon mummy hints at existence of lost mythical city

Ancient baboon's DNA may reveal enigmatic 'god's country'.

By WALLA!
28/11/2023

What would Cleopatra and Augustus look like today? Check it out

Earlier this year, Netflix’s attempt to depict Cleopatra was met with disappointment.

By WALLA!
12/11/2023

IDF soldiers pray in ancient 6th century Gaza synagogue for first time in decades

A number of posts suggest that soldiers prayed at the ancient synagogue, though IDF rules have reportedly kept soldiers from sharing them for safety.

08/11/2023

Stone age artists carved detailed human and animal rock art in Namibia

Engravings of animal tracks and human footprints appear in numerous traditions of prehistoric rock art around the world and many of these engravings can be found in Namibia. 

Viking trade stretched over to the Arctic - study

Researchers believe that the discovery of reindeer antlers as a source for hair combs connected different regions through trade efforts.

7,000-year-old animal and human remains found in Saudi Arabian stone structures

The discoveries suggest that people gathered at stone structures to perform rituals, depositing animal horns and skulls, in Saudi Arabia about 7,000 years ago. 

Israeli teen finds 1,700-year-old bronze ring in ruins of Greek city

An Israeli teenager found an ancient Hellenistic ring while visiting a national park in the Golan Heights.

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