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Archaeologists Discover Possible Site of a Sixth Century Miracle in Jerusalem
Tue, May 15, 2012
Israeli archaeologists have uncovered what they suggest may be the Byzantine quarry site referred to in the miracle story by Procopius of Caesarea.
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Archaeologists Excavate a Lost Kingdom Buried Beneath Volcanic Ash
Sat, May 12, 2012
Like Pompeii, evidence shows a human settlement frozen in time by volcanic pyroclastic flows.
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Earliest Known Painting of Maya Astronomical Calendar Discovered
Fri, May 11, 2012
The artwork on the walls of a Maya dwelling is considered by archaeologists to be the first discovery of its kind.
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Duplicate Gene Made Dramatic Difference in Human Evolution?
Tue, May 01, 2012
Two studies show that a gene duplication event that occurred about 2.5 million years ago sparked a critical transition in the course of human evolution.
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Unearthing Sussita
Fri, Mar 02, 2012
Archaeologists are unveiling a magnificent monumental city, with a view to match.
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Solving the Mystery of the English China Wreck
Thu, Mar 01, 2012
A well-preserved 18th century shipwreck was identified off the U.S. coast in southern Florida. What is the story behind the find?
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Video: The Cave People of the Himalaya
Thu, Mar 01, 2012
The discovery of 2,000-year-old skeletal and mummified remains of an ancient people high in the Himalayas present some tantalizing questions. Who were they?
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Ancient Maya Exhibition Explores 2012 End-of-World Prediction
Tue, Feb 28, 2012
Mayanists help the public get the facts straight on the December 2012 "end of the world" prophecy through a major exhibition about discoveries at Copán in Honduras.
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Ancient Arabic Manuscripts Help Scientists Reconstruct Past Climate
Sun, Feb 26, 2012
Writings from the Islamic Golden Age in 9th - 10th century Iraq revealed unusual weather patterns, say researchers.
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Drought a Factor in Maya Civilization Collapse, Suggests New Study
Thu, Feb 23, 2012
Episodic periods of fewer and weaker summer storms cited as a reason.
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Video: The Iceman Murder Mystery
Sat, Dec 10, 2011
Was it murder? The archaeological CSI behind the mystery of the Iceman.
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Archaeological Digs
Mon, Dec 05, 2011
Looking for a dig opportunity? Here is the most comprehensive portal to the best sources for archaeological digs and field schools on the Web.
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Finds in Oman Push Back Date of Modern Human Exodus Out of Africa
Wed, Nov 30, 2011
Stone tool finds challenge long-held theories about early human migration out of Africa.
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Excavations in Serbia Raising New Questions About Early Humans in Europe
Mon, Nov 28, 2011
Excavations in the caves of the Sicevo Gorge in Serbia may be shedding new light on what is becoming a more complex tapestry of early human presence and migration in Ice Age Europe.
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Along the Watchtower
Sun, Nov 13, 2011
A conversation with Afghanistan’s Deputy Minister of Information and Culture about the future of Afghanistan's archaeological treasures.
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Archaeology's New Frontier
Mon, Sep 12, 2011
Archaeology in space? It sounds a bit contradictory. They don't seem to mix. But recent developments show us otherwise, from discovering the outlines of ancient lost cities with the eyes of a satellite to efforts to secure the priceless material heritage of humankind's venture beyond the planet.
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Malapa: A Glimpse into the Ancient Past
Thu, Sep 08, 2011
A remarkable new hominin species discovery in South Africa may be the best transitional candidate to our earliest human ancestors, new studies say.
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Before They Left Africa, Modern Humans Interbred With Archaic Humans, Reports DNA Study
Mon, Sep 05, 2011
Interbreeding between modern humans and their more archaic relatives apparently didn't begin with encounters with the Neanderthals in Eurasia.
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Ancient James Ossuary and Jehoash Tablet Inscriptions May Be Authentic, Say Experts
Wed, Aug 31, 2011
The famous forgery trial in Israel has produced strong testimony supporting the possible authenticity of the ancient James Ossuary and Jehoash Tablet inscriptions.
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Mes Aynak: Recent excavations along the Silk Road
Mon, Aug 22, 2011
Joanie Meharry interviews the Director of the National Museum of Afghanistan about the news-making significance of the spectacular finds at Mes Aynak and the new exhibit that showcases some of its most astounding artifacts.
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The Road to Aqaba: Archaeologists Explore the Great Arab Revolt
Sun, Jun 05, 2011
A team of archaeologists resurrect the material vestiges of the Great Arab Revolt, that piece of history popularized by public icon T.E. ("Lawrence of Arabia") Lawrence.
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Chiapa de Corzo: Rise of a Zoque Capital in the Heart of Mesoamerica
Thu, Jun 02, 2011
Mesoamerica's oldest known pyramid tomb unveils its sensational secrets to archaeologists.
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Ancient Hominid Males Stuck Close to the Cave While Females Traveled, Study Says
Wed, Jun 01, 2011
A team of researchers reveal a study that yields some new results about the preferences of our human ancestors.
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Featured Video: China's Terracotta Warriors
Mon, May 16, 2011
The great archaeological discovery of ancient China's terracotta warriors has proven to be far greater than the sum of its parts.
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Mount Vernon’s Archaeological Collections Online Project
Mon, May 16, 2011
It's just like digging, without the digging!
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What Does it Mean to be Human?
Wed, Feb 16, 2011
Years in the making, the Smithsonian Institution's Hall of Human Origins now enters its second year as one of the most engaging exhibitions the National Museum of Natural History has ever unveiled. Dr. Briana Pobiner walks us through its highly informative and interactive features.
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Netzer's Legacy: The Wonders of Herodium
Tue, Feb 08, 2011
The celebrated discoveries at ancient Herodium, including the long-sought tomb of King Herod the Great, pay a lasting tribute to the late archaeologist who placed them on the map of the world's must-see archaeological sites.
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Legacy of the Ancient Maya: The Maya Forest Garden
Wed, Dec 15, 2010
What sustained the great, expanding populations of the ancient Maya in their seemingly inhospitable tropical environment? Recent pioneering work in Belize and Guatemala is introducing a remarkable new paradigm and setting a standard of sustainability for future generations.
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Ghosts of Machu Picchu
Mon, Dec 13, 2010
Machu Picchu, the picturesque ancient mountain-top remains known the world over, still excites the imagination of archaeologists and the public to this day. But who really built this ancient wonder, and why? What were these people like? What did they believe? Who were their leaders and what are the stories behind them? There are few answers to these questions. Archaeologists have been attempting to find these answers through new investigations and excavations.
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Becoming Human
Mon, Dec 06, 2010
When and how did it all begin, and what was the journey like to get to who and where we are today? As presented through this NOVA documentary, scientists and scholars relate the story of their discoveries, what they mean and how they relate to the bigger picture of our beginnings and the evolutionary path our ancestors took.
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The Mediterraneans
Mon, Nov 29, 2010
Plato's writings about an ancient advanced civilization may not be altogether fantasy. New scientific research is raising some tantalizing new considerations. Was there indeed a great founding culture and people that gave rise to the well-known civilizations that ringed and navigated the Mediterranean and laid foundations for the emergence of European societies?
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