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August 12

Researchers discover 2,500-year-old honey residue in ancient bronze jars

Experts identified a preserved honey residue in sealed bronze jars from an ancient Greek settlement. Researcher Luciana Carvalho spoke to 91±¬ÁÏ Digital about the 2,500-year-old substance.

August 6

New bridge will link popular island to mainland as critics warn of mafia, earthquakes

The world's longest suspension bridge has been approved for a Sicily-Italy connection; construction may start in 2026. It's designed to carry 6,000 cars hourly as critics cite concerns.

July 31

Ancient Roman soldier's monthly paycheck unearthed in pristine condition in countryside

British officials recently unveiled 25 silver denarii found by a metal detectorist in Great Ellingham. An expert told 91±¬ÁÏ Digital about the hoard, which dates back as early as the 160s.

July 28

Italian archaeologists unveil rare 2,600-year-old tomb untouched by looters: 'Doorway to our ancestors'

The Italian Ministry of Culture recently announced the discovery of an undisturbed 2,600-year-old tomb at San Giuliano archaeological area. Though it's one of over 500 tombs, the burial is among the few not looted.

July 25

Metal detectorist's 'feeling' leads to massive Roman settlement discovery in popular tourist hotspot

An amateur metal detectorist's discovery of Roman cavalry swords led archaeologists to uncover a 2,000-year-old settlement in Gloucestershire, including a villa and building remains.

July 24

Hidden Roman villa complex emerges unexpectedly in picturesque English countryside after hobbyist's lucky find

An amateur metal detectorist's discovery of Roman cavalry swords led archaeologists to uncover a 2,000-year-old settlement in Gloucestershire, including a villa and building remains. (Source: Cotswold Archaeology; Historic England)

July 23

Ancient Romans' favorite sauce reveals fishy secrets after 1,800 years

A biologist spoke to 91±¬ÁÏ Digital about recovering DNA from an ancient garum-making vat in Spain — proving the Roman fish sauce was made from sardines.

July 20

Ancient Roman emperor Caligula had an unexpected interest in medicinal plants, historians find

Florida State University professor Trevor Luke spoke to 91±¬ÁÏ Digital about recently uncovered evidence that the notorious ruler Caligula had a surprising interest in botany.

July 15

Mysterious 1,600-year-old settlement emerges from soil with rare Roman military finds

A recent archaeological dig in western Germany revealed a Roman-era settlement with 750 artifacts, including a unique burial with parts of a military belt dating to the 4th or 5th centuries.

July 12

Ancient Roman 'perfume garden' blooms again nearly 1,900 years after Vesuvius eruption

Archaeologists have revitalized a Roman flower garden in Pompeii that survived an earthquake in 62 A.D. before being buried by Mount Vesuvius in 79 A.D. The garden was hidden for nearly 1,900 years.