A farmer's plough uncovers a lost 4,000-year-old burial chamber on the Isle of Bute. New analysis reveals details of two Bronze Age individuals in Scotland's state-of-the-art facility. Read the full story.
Dr Jess Thompson becomes Scotland's inaugural osteoarchaeology curator, overseeing 2,500 ancient remains. Discover how this new role will transform research and ethical curation.
A forgotten Bronze Age burial site on the Isle of Bute, rediscovered by a farmer, has yielded the remains of two individuals. New analysis at Scotland's state-of-the-art facility is uncovering their 4,000-year-old secrets.
A 2,000-year-old fingerprint found on a preserved boat may reveal the origins of ancient sea raiders who attacked a Danish island. Could this unlock the mystery? Read the full story.
A new study reveals a teenage boy from 6,000 years ago survived a lion attack in Bulgaria for months, highlighting early human compassion and social care. Discover the incredible story.
Archaeologists reveal a teenage boy from 6,000 years ago survived a lion mauling for months, offering profound insights into Neolithic social care and community support in ancient Bulgaria.
Italian archaeologists have unearthed a vast 4,500-year-old Egyptian temple dedicated to sun god Ra, featuring a roof for astronomical observation. Explore the stunning find.
Archaeologists have finally excavated a 4,500-year-old temple to the sun god Ra near Cairo, revealing a public calendar and a residential conversion. Discover the secrets now.
Two new Rome metro stations, set to open in 2025, have become museums showcasing archaeological finds from their construction. Discover the history unearthed beneath the city.
Rome has finally opened its long-awaited Metro C line station beneath the Colosseum, showcasing unearthed Roman artefacts. Discover how this engineering feat blends ancient history with modern transport.
Archaeologists in Egypt have solved a decades-old mystery by using 225 funerary figurines to identify the tomb of Pharaoh Shoshenq III. Discover the astonishing find.
Archaeologists discover a highly gendered Stone Age society in China, with evidence of separate male and female sacrificial rituals 3,800 years ago. Read the full study.
Sudanese archaeologist Shadia Abdrabo battles time to document Sudan's heritage as war destroys museums and ancient artefacts. Discover how you can support preservation efforts.
Sudanese archaeologist Shadia Abdrabo is in a desperate race to create an online database of Sudan's cultural heritage before the ongoing war erases it completely. Discover how you can help preserve ancient history.
Discover how the late Johnny Dumfries' children and stepchildren are embracing their unconventional inheritance while carving distinctive lives far from traditional aristocracy. Explore their surprising careers and public personas.
New DNA research reveals domestic cats arrived in Britain with Roman legions 2,000 years ago. Discover how feline companions conquered the world in evolutionary terms.
Archaeologists reveal Easter Island's iconic moai statues were carved by individual families, not a central authority. Explore the groundbreaking research that rewrites history.
Archaeologists uncover pristine 1,700-year-old Roman sarcophagus containing young woman's remains and artefacts in Budapest. Discover the remarkable find revealing ancient burial customs.
Jeremy Clarkson installs colossal metal car park at his Oxfordshire pub to protect ancient Viking burial site, sparking local fury and planning battle. Discover the full story.
Multiple prison officers hospitalised following a serious stabbing incident at HMP Isle of Wight. Follow for live updates on this developing story.
Groundbreaking research shows dogs were remarkably diverse over 10,000 years ago, challenging beliefs about modern breeding. Discover the ancient origins of man's best friend.
Groundbreaking research reveals dogs started developing different shapes and sizes 11,000 years ago, long before Victorian selective breeding. Discover the deep history of canine evolution.
Discover the remarkable Roman amphitheatre nestled in the heart of Chester that history forgot - until now. This ancient marvel offers a breathtaking glimpse into Britain's imperial past.
A routine dog walk turned into a nightmare discovery when a walker stumbled upon human remains in a peaceful nature reserve, sparking a major police investigation.
Groundbreaking archaeological find in Welsh caves reveals sophisticated 15,000-year-old artwork, forcing scientists to completely reconsider the timeline of human creativity and settlement in Britain.
A Massachusetts engineer faces criminal charges after allegedly bulldozing a protected Native American burial ground to create a 'meditation area' on his $2 million property, destroying priceless archaeological heritage.
Construction workers in Salt Lake City make astonishing discovery of 1914 time capsule containing perfectly preserved artefacts from Japantown's early immigrant community.
Groundbreaking archaeological research reveals how the Norte Chico civilisation of Peru adapted their society and agriculture to withstand catastrophic climate change, offering lessons for modern environmental challenges.
A section of the historic Torre dei Conti in Rome crumbled onto the street, narrowly avoiding tragedy as emergency services secure the area around the 800-year-old monument.
Shocking footage captures the moment a 2,000-year-old tower in Rome partially collapses, sending tourists scrambling for safety as debris rains down near the iconic Colosseum.