Artifacts dating back 10,000-12,000 years have been discovered by archaeologists at the site of the massive North and East Melton Road project in Leicestershire, England.
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Remains of Black Henbane, a hallucinogenic and poisonous plant discovered in Roman settlement
Archaeologists have discovered the first definitive evidence of the presence of a hallucinogenic and poisonous plant (Black henbane) in a Roman settlement on the borders of the present day Netherlands. It is thought to have been used in the Roman world.
New Sumerian remains found at Tablet Hill in Iraq
Archaeologists have discovered a 4500-year-old ancient Sumerian palace and other structures at Tablet Hill in the Sumerian city of Girsu in southern Iraq.
Medieval armor found near a castle in Switzerland
Medieval armor from the 14th century found in Switzerland. This rare glove is one of the best preserved artifacts of its kind ever found in the country.
Lost for 180 years, Prehistoric Hill Tomb with ‘Sun Altar’ found in Ireland
A hill tomb with Sun Altar lost for nearly 180 years has been discovered in County Kerry on Ireland’s Atlantic coast.
Roman barbarian weapons found in Polish forest
Fifteen iron barbarian weapons have been found in a forest in eastern Poland, possibly belonging to barbarian tribes during the Roman Empire.
2000 year old ancient Greek temple full of gold and treasures discovered
A 200 year old Greek temple filled with gold, silver, amber and jewels has been unearthed on the Greek island of Evia.
Ancient celestial map found in Italy
A celestial map carved in circular stone has been discovered in Italy. The other of the two large stones represents the sun.
Letter written by Roman emperor found in Italy becomes monumental Imperial Cult discovery
A letter written by the Roman Emperor led archaeologists to an ancient temple that provided important insights into social changes in the Roman Empire, from pagan beliefs to Christianity. The temple enlightens us about the Imperial cult.
Network of ancient tunnels found at Houchengzui
Archaeologists excavating at Houchengzui in Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region have uncovered a network of ancient tunnels.