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🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Katapola and the ancient city of Minoan (Amorgos) included in the 7 most endangered monuments

Katapola and the ancient city of Minoan in Amorgos have been listed among the 7 most endangered cultural heritage sites in Europe for 2026, according to Europa Nostra.

Feb 27 • 06:01 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
National & Local

Ancient lost city discovered with drones near famed tourist route: 'Source of great pride'

An ancient city was uncovered near the Appian Way in Italy, revealing structures from the second and first centuries B.C.

Feb 26 • 11:00 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

How Bernini's statues transform the city into a theater

The National Gallery of Ancient Art hosts a new exhibition on Bernini and the Barberini, showcasing their historical artistic relationship.

Feb 21 • 08:03 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
National & Local

AlUla: The Story of a Saudi City that Shaped Rock to Carve the Memory of Heritage

AlUla is a Saudi city known for its historical significance and impressive rock formations, showcasing human ingenuity and its role as a center of ancient civilizations.

Feb 18 • 06:24 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
National & Local

Tourists walk pilgrimage road from Jesus' era for first time in 2,000 years: 'Deeply significant'

Tourists can now walk the ancient Pilgrims' Road in East Jerusalem for the first time in two millennia, a path that served as a major thoroughfare during the time of Jesus.

Feb 17 • 13:00 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

A city believed to be lost for 1200 years found in the desert

Researchers have confirmed the existence of an ancient city founded by Alexander the Great along the Tigris River, using drones and underground structure detection technologies.

Feb 13 • 09:43 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Dispute over Ash Trees on Munich Property: Are These Trees a Danger or Do They Deserve Protection?

A homeowner in Munich has received permission from the city to fell three ancient ash trees, but a local association is fighting to protect them, leading to a court decision.

Feb 10 • 15:54 UTC
🇪🇸 elDiario.es
World

A Forgotten City Uncovered: The Story of the Lost Alexandria of the Tigris

The article discusses the discovery of the ancient port city of Alexandria founded by Alexander the Great on the Tigris River, highlighting its importance for trade between Mesopotamia and Asia.

Feb 5 • 06:00 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
World

Messages of love and insults are engraved on the walls of the theaters of Pompeii

Archaeologists have discovered various love messages, insults, and drawings etched into the walls of a corridor linking the theaters in Pompeii, revealing insights into the social life of the ancient city before its destruction by Vesuvius in 79 AD.

Feb 4 • 19:24 UTC
🇨🇿 Deník N
National & Local

Golden coins, jewelry, thousands of amber pieces. Hradec Králové archaeologists discovered a prehistoric 'provincial city'

Archaeologists in Hradec Králové have made a significant discovery of a prehistoric site that was likely a provincial city along the famous Amber Road, indicating ancient long-distance trade connections.

Feb 3 • 10:47 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
Life & Tech

Mosaics, frescoes and furnishings: the Roman Trento of two thousand years ago on display

The exhibition 'The Colors of Tridentum' explores the ancient Roman city of Trento through mosaics, frescoes, and furnishings, running until October 31 at two locations.

Jan 15 • 07:12 UTC
🇺🇸 NPR
World

Greetings from Acre, Israel, where an old fortress recalls the time of the Crusades

The article explores Acre, Israel, a historic city with an ancient fortress that reflects its rich Crusader history.

Jan 14 • 14:35 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
World

Greek lesson on the future of Europe

The article reflects on how ancient Greek city-states perceived their world, drawing parallels to contemporary attitudes towards freedom and responsibility in Europe.

Jan 10 • 09:00 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
World

Agnieszka Łopatowska: Paris is always a good idea - and a challenge

The article explores the ancient history of Paris, tracing its origins from the Celtic tribe of the Parisii through Roman conquest and Viking attempts at invasion, while questioning if remnants of these early historical events can still be found in the city today.

Jan 8 • 20:00 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
World

Europe Gets Hooked on Chinese Drugs: Journey to the Starting Point of the New Silk Road of Medications

The city of Suzhou, known for its ancient canals and cultural significance, is now the heart of China's pharmaceutical industry, producing active ingredients and generic drugs for markets worldwide.

Jan 7 • 23:01 UTC
🇭🇷 Narod.hr
National & Local

Saint Modest – On Several Occasions Exposed His Life to Protect His Believers

Saint Modest, bishop of the ancient German city of Trier, is commemorated for his courageous life dedicated to protecting his congregation during the collapse of the Western Roman Empire.

Feb 24 • 06:00 UTC

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