Archaeology September 7 World's oldest known nursing home, discovered in ruins of ancient Christian city, dates back 1,600 years Archaeologists in Israel have uncovered a 1,600-year-old Christian care facility for the elderly near the Sea of Galilee, believed to be the world's oldest nursing home.
Travel September 6 Archaeologists uncover house linked to Isaac Newton beside his legendary apple tree British archaeologists recently discovered Isaac Newton's mother's 17th-century house near Woolsthorpe Manor, uncovering artifacts, including thimbles, buttons and tableware.
Europe Travel September 5 Tourists offered 'first-of-its-kind' chance to stay at historic cathedral with a few rules Winchester Cathedral is offering its historic deanery as a vacation rental, featuring a 70-foot gallery built for Charles II. The deanery dates back to Henry VIII's reign.
Travel September 4 Archaeologists unearth 5,000-year-old 'fairy houses' hidden on scenic Italian island Italian officials announced the discovery of three ancient "fairy house" tombs on Sardinia, containing Roman-era artifacts and dating to the late Neolithic period.
Travel September 3 Confederate monument dismantled after sparking debate, will be moved to veterans park A Confederate monument in Edenton was moved after three years of planning and the dismissal of a lawsuit, and officials are emphasizing relocation rather than removal.
Lifestyle September 1 Enemy vessel that exploded during 1748 battle may have been found in North Carolina river East Carolina University archaeologists found the likely remains of La Fortuna, a colonial-era Spanish privateer, in the Cape Fear River, they told 91±¬ÁÏ Digital.
Religion August 31 Archaeologists find 1,600-year-old churches and mural of Jesus in Egyptian desert settlement Archaeologists recently discovered two churches at Kharga Oasis in Egypt's Western Desert, providing rare evidence of Christianity's rise during the Coptic period.
Historic Sites August 29 Giant medieval castle hits market with secret price tag and restoration ahead The Castle of Landriano, dating to 1037, offers Renaissance courtyards, medieval towers and frescoed halls just 15 miles from Milan. It has just gone on the market.
Travel August 27 Surprised archaeologists unearth ancient graves caught between pagan, Christian rituals in Poland Archaeologists in Poland uncovered 11th-century graves reopened by medieval Poles, revealing a blend of Christian and pagan burial practices during a period of cultural transition.
Archaeology August 26 Ancient civilization's gold coins, luxury artifacts unearthed during 'unprecedented' dig A Celtic settlement unearthed in the Czech Republic yielded over 22,000 bags of artifacts including gold coins, jewelry and pottery from the La Tène period, according to officials.
Ancient Rome August 25 Ancient Roman apartment building found beneath public square amid subway construction Excavators uncovered a rare multi-story ancient Roman apartment building in Piazza Venezia, dating to the late Republic period. Workers found the structure amid subway work.