Discovery 1 day ago Archaeologists uncover long-lost basilica tied to legendary father of architecture Archaeologists in Italy discovered a 2,000-year-old basilica linked to Vitruvius, the legendary Roman engineer and architect who wrote "De architectura."
Discovery January 21 Major Roman treasure hoard recovered after detectorist kept it secret for years A detectorist allegedly waited eight years to report finding 450 Roman silver coins in Germany, officials say. The 2,000-year-old treasure is now a major archaeological hoard.
Travel December 29 World's top tourist city turns ancient ruins into part of the daily subway commute Rome's new subway stations near the Colosseum showcase ancient artifacts discovered during construction, turning commutes into archaeological journeys.
Travel December 23 Historic landmark to begin charging foreign visitors amid overcrowding battles Rome is introducing a $2.35 entry fee for foreign tourists visiting the Trevi Fountain starting in February 2026 to combat overcrowding at the historic landmark.
Discovery December 22 Self-healing concrete? Buried Pompeii site reveals secret behind Rome's enduring structures Archaeologists at a Pompeii site buried by the 79 AD eruption of Mount Vesuvius have uncovered evidence of ancient Roman concrete technology that could heal itself over time.
Discovery December 22 Archaeologists reveal nutritious food remains discovered in ancient villa quarters Some ancient Roman slaves ate better than free citizens, archaeologists in Pompeii have discovered, after they found preserved fruits and beans in slave quarters.
Discovery December 11 Archaeologists uncover Jerusalem wall mysteriously destroyed in power struggle during biblical era Archaeologists in Jerusalem recently discovered a massive Hanukkah-era wall from an ancient power struggle between Hasmonean leaders and rival kings.
Discovery December 2 'Hermetically sealed' Roman sarcophagus frozen in time for 1,700 years finally opened by archaeologists Archaeologists in Budapest, Hungary, opened a rare and untouched Roman sarcophagus for the first time in 1,700 years, finding a skeleton and precious artifacts inside.
Discovery November 20 Ancient Roman fort yields 2,000-year-old fruit that survived the centuries, plus other treasures Archaeologists discovered rare Roman relics at Bremenium Fort in northern England, including 2,000-year-old preserved fruit, pottery and military artifacts.
Discovery November 17 Ancient snack bar hides Egyptian secret buried for nearly 2,000 years Archaeologists discovered an Egyptian ceramic vase in a Pompeii fast-food kitchen destroyed by Mount Vesuvius in 79 AD, revealing cultural exchanges in the ancient city.