Researchers made the new discoveries during field work at the Bronze Age site of Kurd Qaburstan. The research provides insights into regional heritage and fills gaps in knowledge about how ancient ...

Parts of two double-handled jugs were found in the waters near Tel Achziv in 2016. Scholars recently deciphered the etched ...

The undeciphered language likely comes from an ancient civilization, and understanding it could provide valuable insights ...

Hidden beneath the sands of Kuwait lie the stories and secrets of ancient civilizations, offering a glimpse into the ...

For over a century, the Indus Valley Script has baffled linguists, historians, and archaeologists alike. Found on ancient ...

The Sumerians of Mesopotamia are considered the world's oldest civilisation, dating back to around 4000 BCE. The Sumerians were the first to establish cities, write a language, and create art.

Last week, the National Library organised a launch of a new book by Professor Emeritus Zeidan Kafafi, a former president of Yarmouk University and a renowned archaeologist. The book titled "Thoughts ...

One of the pottery samples is thought to be even older, possibly dating back to the Persian (535-333 B.C.) or Babylonian (586-535 B.C.) periods—or maybe even the Iron Age. The findings suggest ...

A ‘unique’ collection of ‘pearl caves’ containing archaeological artefacts has been found in an ancient tunnel. The pearls ...

Recent discoveries challenge ideas of a sharp divide between the haves and have-nots in ancient Mesopotamia, suggesting a larger middle class than previously thought.

Animal bones found with the pottery suggest that residents enjoyed a varied diet, including domesticated meat and wild game. This level of dietary diversity is unexpected for non-elite populations in ...

Whether you're looking to pick up a new hobby or expand your list of 'things to do in London', pottery painting is an ideal way to while away a Saturday afternoon in the capital city. With plenty ...