Earliest evidence of marijuana use found in Siberian tomb
Archaeologists report the earliest evidence of marijuana use in a 2,800-year-old Siberian tomb, indicating cannabis may have been used to calm sacrifice victims.
Alaska dig reveals oldest dwelling in the Western Hemisphere
Archaeologists at a 13,800-year-old Alaska camp uncovered the oldest dwelling in the Western Hemisphere, early bone needles, unique tools and possible dog remains.
Magnus Maximus fort discovery links myth to Roman Wales
Archaeologists report a Magnus Maximus fort site in Pembrokeshire, lending fresh support to a Mabinogion legend tied to the fourth-century Roman ruler.
King Tutankhamun anomalies hint at hidden chambers
New geophysical surveys report King Tutankhamun anomalies beyond his tomb, strengthening a theory of concealed rooms that may be linked to Queen Nefertiti.
Poland dig reveals 5,000-year-old necklace of 42 teeth
Archaeologists in southern Poland uncovered a 5,000-year-old necklace of 42 teeth in a barrow, likely tied to Corded Ware culture funerary customs.
Roman jar skeleton unearthed at Bulgaria’s Deultum site
Archaeologists found a Roman jar skeleton in a Late Roman turret at Deultum, Bulgaria, likely a man who hid during an attack around A.D. 400.
Kolomna coin hoard of 2,600 silver pieces unearthed
Archaeologists found 2,600 silver coins in Kolomna near Moscow, including 350 previously unknown varieties, possibly hidden during a 15th-century plague.
Medieval chamber tomb with horse and dog found in Russia
Archaeologists uncovered a 10th-century medieval chamber tomb near Suzdal with an elite man, his horse and dog, shedding light on high-status Rus’ burial rites.
Temple of Artemis burial reveals premature twin infants
Archaeologists report a Temple of Artemis burial containing premature twins in a Middle Byzantine tomb at Ephesus, including one infant with a rare cervical rib.