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Archaeology
Read more about research, excavation and preservation of archaeological sites and cultural heritage.
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Reports & Analysis
Brazil: The search for a sunken slave ship
Brazil: The search for a sunken slave ship
Off Brazil's coast rests a sunken slave ship. Descendants search for answers about their ancestors
Teen discovers first ancient Greek artifact found in Berlin
Teen discovers first ancient Greek artifact found in Berlin
A 13-year-old stumbled upon a coin from ancient Troy. It could provide links between ancient Greece and northern Europe.
Ancient graffiti reveals scenes of everyday life in Pompeii
Ancient graffiti reveals scenes of everyday life in Pompeii
Researchers are turning to Pompeii's graffiti to better understand the lives, humor and concerns of ordinary people.
Searching for clues: How did the Sclayn Neanderthal girl die
Searching for clues: How did the Sclayn Neanderthal girl die
Archaeologists in Belgium hope to uncover further traces of a Neanderthal girl whose remains were discovered decades ago
Berlin: Archaeological finds illuminate city's medieval past
Berlin: Archaeological finds illuminate city's medieval past
A brand-new museum showcases the many medieval artefacts that archaeologists are finding underneath the German capital.
400,000-year-old Neanderthal campfire traces found in UK
400,000-year-old Neanderthal campfire traces found in UK
Not only did researchers find signs of a campfire, but also fire-lighting materials not naturally available in the area.
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In the spotlight
Digital map brings ancient Roman roads to life
Researchers have mapped the entirety of the vast Roman road network highlighting its major impact on European relations.
Should Germany return Nefertiti bust to Egypt?
The opening of the Grand Egyptian Museum comes with renewed calls for the restitution of the famous Nefertiti bust.
Winners of 2025 Goethe Medal building cultural bridges
Osman Kavala, a philanthropist and activist currently imprisoned in Turkey, is among three 2025 Goethe Medal recipients.
Should Germany return Nefertiti bust to Egypt?
An Egyptian archaeologist has demanded the repatriation of the iconic Queen Nefertiti bust from her Berlin exile.
How climate change helps and hinders archaeology
Sensational archaeological finds can be put down to climate change, but other treasures risk being lost forever.
How ancient Rome's concrete recipe can help lower emissions
Self-healing concrete was ancient Rome's wonder material. Can we use it to create more sustainable concrete today?
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