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🇸🇪 SVT Nyheter
National & Local

Unusual Decision - Shipwreck Off Holmsund Classified as an Ancient Monument

The shipwreck of the Annie, located ten kilometers off Holmsund, has been classified as an ancient monument, despite not meeting age criteria, which is significant for preservation and development regulations in the area.

Mar 14 • 11:07 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Review: Argentinos, to the Things!, by Martín Kohan

Martín Kohan's book 'Argentinos, ¡a las cosas!' explores Argentine identity through a collection of objects, places, and historical events rather than a formal sociological treatise.

Mar 14 • 03:03 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

PHOTOS ⟩ Archaeologists receive a rich yield from under Rävala Boulevard

Archaeological work halted the installation of infrastructure in Tallinn's city center after valuable cultural layers were discovered beneath Rävala Boulevard.

Mar 12 • 19:01 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Archaeology: Did What We Now Call Zoom Meetings Begin 12,000 Years Ago?

An exhibition in Berlin reveals the world's first conference rooms dating back 12,000 years.

Mar 11 • 10:09 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
National & Local

They unearth in Mallorca one of the most important underwater treasures of the Mediterranean: the Roman ship of Ses Fontanelles

Archaeologists have uncovered a significant Roman shipwreck off the coast of Mallorca, dating back to the 4th century.

Mar 10 • 10:16 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Funeral urn found by indigenous people in Tocantins will undergo archaeological analysis

An urn found by the Javaé people in Tocantins is set to undergo technical studies to help identify its archaeological context.

Mar 9 • 20:30 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

The Argentine Archaeologist Who Went from Sleeping in Tents in Extreme Climates to Winning a Historic Global Award

Rafael Goñi has transitioned from challenging fieldwork in archaeology to attaining the prestigious Binford award, marking a significant achievement in his career.

Mar 7 • 09:00 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Archaeological Finds from Augsburg: Rare Mosaic from the Roman Era Presented

A rare Roman-era mosaic, discovered 40 years ago by students, has been restored and showcased in Augsburg amid public anticipation for the upcoming Archaeological State Exhibition.

Mar 5 • 15:35 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
Life & Tech

Decoding the Past with Future Technology

Artificial intelligence is significantly changing archaeology by helping to decode our past, preserve cultural heritage, and predict the impact of climate change on monuments.

Mar 5 • 06:31 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Preveza: The archaeological site of Kassope is upgraded

The Greek Ministry of Culture is enhancing the archaeological site of Kassope in Preveza, focusing on improving accessibility and infrastructure for visitors.

Mar 2 • 11:23 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

Grave Robbers Missed Everything: A Treasure Found in Turku Cathedral

Recent archaeological findings in Turku Cathedral have revealed significant historical artifacts related to Queen Kaarina Maununtytär, the only queen buried in Finland.

Mar 2 • 09:39 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Archaeologist Liana Parlama has died

Notable Greek archaeologist Liana Parlama passed away on February 26th, prompting a heartfelt tribute from the Greek Minister of Culture.

Mar 2 • 07:38 UTC
🇦🇺 ABC News AU
National & Local

Lighthouse keeper's wife's remains saved from being swallowed by sea

Archaeologists have successfully relocated the remains of Jane Ann Owen, the wife of a lighthouse keeper, from a remote Queensland island to protect them from rising sea levels.

Feb 27 • 19:38 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
National & Local

A terrible mistake: A guide defaces the Pyramid of Unas in Egypt and social media reacts

A tourist guide in Egypt caused outrage after writing with chalk on the ancient Pyramid of Unas, describing his action as an 'unforgivable mistake.'

Feb 27 • 13:59 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
Life & Tech

An experiment with copies of monuments, on land and at sea, is the second leg of archaeology

The article discusses the ongoing experiments in recreating historical monuments, particularly ships, emphasizing that such initiatives are not new.

Feb 26 • 20:00 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Mexico claims a French auction house for selling 40 archaeological pieces of national heritage

The Mexican government is taking legal action against a French auction house for selling archaeological pieces that they claim belong to Mexico's cultural heritage.

Feb 26 • 18:50 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
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

The mass murderers of Rauaaja targeted women and children

Archaeologists have discovered that 77 individuals buried in an ancient mass grave in Serbia were predominantly women and children, potentially victims of a cultural conflict.

Feb 25 • 10:01 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
National & Local

A Journey into the Depths of History: Visitors Discover a Hidden Mosque from 9 Centuries Ago in Mosul

Tourists and local residents explore an underground mosque dating back to the 12th century in Mosul, Iraq, now opened as an open museum for the first time.

Feb 24 • 10:32 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Music: the first language of the soul

The article explores the origins of music, emphasizing its role as a fundamental form of human expression long before the advent of written language and organized civilizations.

Feb 23 • 13:00 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

The excavation of Queen Kaarina Maununtyttären's grave does not please everyone – archaeologist denies being a grave robber

An archaeologist has faced criticism over the excavation of Queen Kaarina Maununtyttären's grave, defending the research as respectful and essential for understanding cultural heritage.

Feb 23 • 09:38 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
World

Archaeological Fear: They Dare Not Open the Tomb of the First Chinese Emperor for a Particular Reason

Archaeologists are hesitant to open the tomb of the First Chinese Emperor, Qin Shi Huang, due to the complex historical and scientific implications involved.

Feb 19 • 21:56 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

"The situation is wild," says an archaeologist evaluating the impact of power lines – the museum is now writing statements at a record pace

A proposed data center in Kokemäki, Finland, by Canadian Bitzero necessitates new power lines that disrupt a nationally significant cultural landscape and archaeological sites.

Feb 18 • 11:08 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Searching for the East – Crossed Paths of Archaeologists

The article discusses an exhibition exploring the intertwined journeys of archaeologists related to the French School of Athens and their contributions to the knowledge of the Eastern regions during the interwar period.

Feb 18 • 07:16 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Historical discovery in Spain: a vessel with the name of a forgotten Roman official has been found

An archaeological find in Spain has uncovered a vessel with the name of a previously unknown Roman official, enhancing our understanding of Roman administration in the Iberian Peninsula.

Feb 15 • 17:31 UTC
🇨🇿 Novinky.cz
National & Local

New Discovery in Egypt: 10,000-Year-Old Rock Art Discovered on the Sinai Peninsula

Archaeologists have discovered a previously unknown site of 10,000-year-old rock art on the Sinai Peninsula, revealing a rich history of early human communities.

Feb 15 • 13:57 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
World

Pasta, camels, and 'the Westerner': unique frescoes found in a 1,300-year-old tomb

Researchers have discovered unique frescoes in a tomb dating back 1,300 years, depicting scenes of daily life during the Tang dynasty.

Feb 14 • 09:34 UTC
🇲🇽 Milenio (ES)
National & Local

Mexico recovers 3 archaeological pieces of great value from Portugal; they were being sold online

Mexico has successfully recovered three pre-Columbian archaeological pieces from Portugal that were illegally extracted and sold online.

Feb 12 • 22:27 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Artificial intelligence helps decipher ancient Roman board game

Researchers have used artificial intelligence to deduce the rules of a mysterious ancient Roman board game from a limestone artifact.

Feb 11 • 19:20 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
World

Ancient Christians lived alongside followers of mysterious faith 1,500 years ago, archaeologists say

Recent archaeological findings in Iraq indicate that ancient Christians coexisted with adherents of a now-little-known religion around 1,500 years ago.

Feb 8 • 15:00 UTC
🇦🇺 Guardian Australia
National & Local

Archaeology against the clock: the race to salvage fragments of early Brisbane

Archaeology students in Brisbane are racing to catalog historical fragments from the city's early days, highlighting the contrast between everyday life and the violent frontier history of Queensland.

Feb 8 • 14:00 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

The archaeological milestones of Turkey for 2025

Turkey's Anatolian lands continue to reveal humanity's shared heritage, with a program aiming to highlight these remarkable treasures by 2025.

Feb 8 • 07:01 UTC
🇪🇸 elDiario.es
National & Local

These are the archaeological remains found in the renovation of Las Ramblas - and they will cost nearly 2M euros

Renovation works on Las Ramblas in Barcelona have uncovered significant archaeological remains, prompting a budget increase of 1.6 million euros for the excavation process.

Feb 7 • 07:00 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
National & Local

Hellenic Heritage: 350 archaeological sites, museums, and monuments accessible everywhere

The Greek Ministry of Culture has introduced a new digital platform connecting over 350 archaeological sites, museums, and monuments across the country, aiming to transform how visitors experience Greek cultural heritage.

Feb 5 • 15:28 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

The archaeological site of the Lyceum of Athens is being upgraded with new infrastructure and digital trails

The Greek Ministry of Culture is enhancing the infrastructure and services at the archaeological site of Aristotle's Lyceum in Athens, with projects included in the Integrated Territorial Investment for 'Lavrio-Athens-Eleusis' and financed through the 2021-2027 ESPA program.

Feb 4 • 11:20 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Greece and Italy join forces in protecting cultural heritage

The Greek and Italian Ministries of Culture have established a joint working group of Greek and Italian scientists to systematically document, identify, and conserve important ceramic collections from illegal excavations in both countries.

Feb 3 • 07:30 UTC
🇪🇸 ABC
Life & Tech

Erich von Däniken, the Apostle of Ancient Astronauts

The Swiss author Erich von Däniken, known for his controversial theories on ancient astronauts, has passed away, leaving behind a significant literary and cultural legacy.

Jan 16 • 01:40 UTC
🇬🇷 Proto Thema
National & Local

Archaeological finds revealed in the yard of the "Kokovikou House" in Plaka, see photos

Archaeological discoveries have been made in the yard of the historic Kokovikou House in Plaka, Athens, contributing to the building's integration into modern city life.

Jan 14 • 13:33 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
National & Local

The 'Kokovikou House' in Plaka is acquiring an archaeological site

The Ministry of Culture is restoring the historic Kokovikou House in Plaka and transforming it into a cultural space for showcasing Greek cinema while protecting the archaeological findings discovered in its courtyard.

Jan 14 • 12:49 UTC
🇨🇿 iRozhlas
Life & Tech

Archaeological Sites Not Only Map Civilization. The Oldest Is Becoming a Reserve for Rare Plants and Animals

The article discusses how some of the oldest archaeological sites are being transformed into reserves for the preservation of rare plants and animals.

Jan 11 • 19:28 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
World

Indaghi Graves: A Meeting Point of History and Nature in Turkey

The Indaghi rock graves, located on the road between Kastamonu and Çankırı in northern Turkey, are a significant archaeological site that showcases a blend of rugged natural beauty and a long history of human settlement and religious rituals, appealing to both archaeology enthusiasts and nature lovers.

Jan 9 • 09:56 UTC
🇪🇸 ABC
National & Local

From the Metropolitan to the National Archaeological Museum: two Roman bronzes looted almost 20 years ago recovered

Spain has recovered two exceptional Roman bronzes looted nearly two decades ago, which will be exhibited temporarily this semester.

Jan 8 • 15:29 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

Municipal Elections: In Vence, the archaeological discovery of a 5th-century cathedral intrudes on the campaign

An archaeological finding of a 5th-century cathedral in Vence alters the plans for a local market project amid political opposition, prompting intervention from the Minister of Culture.

Jan 2 • 08:01 UTC
🇪🇸 elDiario.es
World

Archaeology returns to Nubia to explain why children had their faces tattooed and what role that decision played

The article discusses recent archaeological research in Nubia aimed at uncovering the reasons behind the facial tattooing of children and its cultural significance within the ancient Nubian society.

Dec 31 • 17:37 UTC

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