Impressive Farmstead, Ancient Monastery, Colorful Mosaics Exposed at Rosh Ha’Ayin
The remains of an ancient monastery, colorful mosaics and a farmstead are uncovered in Rosh Ha'Ayin.
Byzantine-Era Lamb Sculpture Discovered at Caesarea Port
Archaeologists discovered a Byzantine-era marble sculpture of a lamb Thursday morning in excavations at Caesarea port in the Caesarea National Park,
Experts suggested that the...
Update: Antiquities Authority Mystery Solved: It’s a Gadget
A few months ago, a maintenance worker at a Jerusalem cemetery discovered a suspicious object, concealed in an ancient structure on the grounds.
1,500 Year Old Hebrew Inscription Discovered on East Coast of Sea of Galilee
The surprising discovery supports the belief there used to be a Jewish settlement in the Kursi Beach National Park.
King Hezekiah’s Seal Discovered in Jerusalem
This external evidence further establishes the veracity of the biblical account of the nation of Israel’s empires going back some 3,000 years.
Seal of First Temple Era King Discovered in Old City of Jerusalem
The 2,700-year-old seal of King Hezekiah the "closest thing to the king," says archaeologist.
Inspired by ‘Indiana Jones,’ Israeli Kid Discovers 2,500-Year-Old Artifact
An 8-year-old Israeli child made a significant archaeological discovery while hiking with his family in the Judean Foothills region, west of Jerusalem.
Eight Is Not Enough: History of the Ancient Candles in Israel
The Hanukkah commandment is to light the candles at the front door, or in a window overlooking the street, so they may be seen by passersby, as an announcement of the miracle.
Discovery: Israeli Early Man from 10,000 Years Ago Ate Hummus
The seeds found in the prehistoric sites indicate that the human diet consisted mainly of fava beans, lentils, various types of beans and chickpeas, the main ingredient in hummus.
Archaeologists Reveal Another Ancient, Luxurious Mosaic in Lod
Another beautiful, ancient and detailed mosaic is uncovered in Lod, and ready to be displayed to the public this week.
Ancient Mystery Solved: Hellenistic Citadel that Restricted Jewish Rule in Hasmonean Jerusalem [photos]
A recent discovery has solved one of Jerusalem’s biggest historical mysteries: the location of the Acra, the fortified compound in Jerusalem built by Antiochus Epiphanes, ruler of the Hellenistic Seleucid Empire.
Palmyra Citadel Hit in Russian Air Strikes on ISIS Terror Base
The citadel at the ancient city of Palmyra was struck during multiple air strikes on an ISIS terrorist base by Russian fighter pilots.
Palmyra ‘Arch of Triumph’ Latest Casualty of ISIS
A third archaeological treasure at Palmyra in Syria has been destroyed by ISIS: the Arch of Triumph.
Rare 1,500-year-old Mosaic Featured on Sukkot at Kiryat Gat Industrial Park
A rare 1,500 year old mosaic exposed in the Kiryat Gat industrial park is featured at the park's Sukkot festival.
Unique 1,800-Year-Old Sarcophagus Found at Ashkelon Building Site
An extremely rare sarcophagus has been uncovered at a building site in Ashkelon.
Researchers Ponder World’s Oldest Qur’an – Is It Older Than Mohammad?
Fragile pages of possibly the world's oldest Qur'an could pre-date the birth of Islam's founder, prophet Mohammed.
Palmyra’s Ancient ‘Temple of Bel’ Destroyed in New Blast
ISIS destroys a new, majestic part of the Syrian UNESCO World Heritage site, Palmyra.
Second Temple-Era Podium May Be Discovery in City of David
The Israel Antiquities Authority (IAA) has made an exciting announcement: A 2,000-year-old podium may have been found in the City of David section of...
ISIS Tortures, Beheads Chief Archaeologist of Palmyra
ISIS beheaded the chief archaeologist of the ancient city of Palmyra and hung his headless body there.
Judea and Samaria Civil Administration Invites Arabs to Learn about Glorious Jewish Past
The panel made it the duty of the military commander in the area to enforce making the site accessible.
Old Meets New
While building in Arnona, a 2000-year-old Mikvah was found, but what was found in the Mikvah was even more interesting...
Great Synagogue, Shulhof of Vilna Rediscovered 70 Years After Nazi Destruction
Israeli, Lithuanian and American researchers have tracked down the remains of the Great Synagogue of Vilna.
‘Jewish Holy Temples Never Existed’ Says Israeli Arab MK
An Israeli Arab MK tells a radio interviewer the two Jewish Holy Temples in Jerusalem did not exist.
Haifa U. Research Argues Europe Imported Its First Chickens from Israel
The question is: Back then, did Europe also label the chickens differently if they came from Jewish settlements?
Steinberg Family, Birthright-Israel Turned Personal Tragedy into Eternity
The Steinberg family and Birthright Israel have transformed a one family's tragedy into eternal heritage for others.