Latest Archaeology stories from Heritage.
Jebel Barkal in Northern Sudan offers a glimpse into the ancient empire of Kush, showcasing its pyramids, temples, and urban significance. Research efforts began in 2018.
Research published in the International Journal of Osteoarchaeology highlights skeletal changes associated with scurvy in California from 500 BCE to 1834 CE, revealing its significant effects.
Recent archaeological work in Alsleben has uncovered a 7,000-year-old pit containing beaver remains, shedding light on Neolithic fur production methods.
On April 29, 2026, Michael Hall, a doctoral candidate in Comparative Literature and Cultural Studies, presented his insights on representation in gaming, addressing themes of decolonialism and colonialism.
A recent study has revealed the first archaeological evidence of cleft lip care in Qing dynasty China, showcasing the community's commitment to inclusivity for individuals with orofacial clefts.
Strategic angle: Archaeology reveals insights into recent events, including war crimes, through innovative techniques.
Strategic angle: A significant archaeological discovery reveals the largest meteoritic iron artifact from the Bronze Age in China.
Strategic angle: Discovery at Monte Verde puts north-to-south expansion theory back at centre of heated debate on continent’s human history.
Strategic angle: An artifact called the 'talking drum' or 'Djidji Ayôkwé,' the first relic France has officially given back to Côte d'Ivoire, arrived in Abidjan on Friday.