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Archaeology August 23

Rare ancient gold discovery made by Florida student at archaeological site

An archaeology student from Florida discovered a ninth-century golden artifact during her first excavation in Redesdale, Northumberland, near an ancient Roman road.

Opinion August 23

BROADCAST BIAS: Networks distort what Trump really wants to fix about our museums

Broadcast networks oppose President Trump's executive order that targets woke exhibits in federally funded museums ahead of America's 250th anniversary.

Media August 20

CBS host defends Trump's efforts to de-wokify the Smithsonian's presentation of US history

CBS host Tony Dokoupil agreed with Trump's criticism of Smithsonian museums focusing too much on America's negative history rather than celebrating achievements.

Travel August 20

Luxurious 1,700-year-old Roman bathhouse unearthed by archaeologists after surprise discovery

Archaeologists recently uncovered a remarkably preserved 1,700-year-old Roman bathhouse in Turkey, featuring underfloor heating and distinct temperature zones.

Donald Trump August 19

Trump calls Smithsonian 'OUT OF CONTROL' and orders sweeping review of all museums and programming

Trump orders sweeping Smithsonian review after blasting museums as “woke," vowing to reshape exhibits to emphasize unity, progress and American exceptionalism.

Archaeology August 19

Ancient Roman mosaic in Sicily reveals 'extraordinary' find resembling modern footwear

Archaeologists in Sicily uncovered a Roman mosaic of flip-flop sandals, a rare find at the UNESCO-listed Villa Romana del Casale. The villa is famous for its collection of Roman mosaics.

Opinion August 19

LIZ PEEK: Trump declares war on woke—and this beloved museum is in his crosshairs

Trump orders review of Smithsonian exhibitions to remove divisive narratives and promote American exceptionalism, targeting the institution's focus on race and racism

Opinion August 17

Gen Z embraces the Bible in unexpected global spiritual awakening

Young adults seek authentic spiritual meaning beyond materialism, flocking to the Bible and Jesus as they reject hollow modern life and embrace ancient truths

Travel August 17

Queen Elizabeth's personal wardrobe choices to debut in major palace exhibition

Queen Elizabeth II's wardrobe will take center stage in a comprehensive Buckingham Palace exhibition featuring over 200 items spanning her life from childhood to monarchy.

VIDEO August 16

Hits and Misses

The week's best and worst from Kim Strassel, Kyle Peterson and Dan Henninger

Archaeology August 14

2,000-year-old Jewish rebel coin, minted decades after Jesus, unearthed in Jerusalem

Archaeologists recently uncovered a bronze coin inscribed 'For the Redemption of Zion' near Jerusalem's Temple Mount, created by Jewish rebels in the fourth year of their revolt against Rome.

Travel August 12

Archaeologists uncover ancient blade factory tied to major group in the Bible: 'Exceptional individuals'

Israeli archaeologists recently discovered the first Bronze Age blade factory found in southern Israel, showing evidence of complex Canaanite society 5,500 years ago.

Media July 27

Artist pulls art from Smithsonian gallery after museum tries to alter her trans Statue of Liberty painting

National Portrait Gallery loses Amy Sherald exhibition after disagreement over the display of her controversial transgender Statue of Liberty artwork.

Museums Exhibits July 22

Museum unveils 1,300-year-old monk doodles revealing surprising complaints about hangovers and weather

A new exhibition by the National Museum of Ireland features 17 ancient manuscripts with margin scribbles by Irish monks from the 850s, offering rare glimpses into medieval monastery life.

Museums Exhibits July 12

Famous medieval masterpiece to appear at top museum in celebration of 'shared history'

The Bayeux Tapestry, a legendary medieval artwork depicting the 1066 Norman Conquest, is set to be displayed in the U.K. for the first time in nearly 1,000 years.

Archaeology 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.

Travel July 11

Museum discovers rare 67-million-year-old dinosaur bone under its own parking lot

Museum officials uncovered a rare Cretaceous dinosaur bone 750 feet beneath their Denver parking lot, potentially the city's deepest fossil discovery yet.

Archaeology July 7

1,000-year-old medieval sword emerges from Dutch river after chance discovery: 'Barely corroded'

A medieval sword with rare gold-copper symbols was discovered by construction workers in the Netherlands, according to officials. It is now on display at a Dutch museum.

Museums Exhibits July 5

Trump White House calls out Smithsonian for pushing 'one-sided, divisive political narratives'

The Trump White House blasted the Smithsonian for pushing “one-sided, divisive political narratives" in an exclusive email to 91±¬ÁÏ Digital.

VIDEO July 3

Smithsonian American History exhibit critiqued by White House as 'divisive' over takes on pop culture

Entertainment Nation, a permanent exhibit established in 2022 and housed in the Smithsonian Museum of American History, is under review by the Trump White House for so-called 'divisive' narratives. (Jasmine Baehr/91±¬ÁÏ Digital)

Opinion July 3

Why are major museums pushing climate change instead of celebrating the spirit of America?

Major museums face scrutiny as the Smithsonian undergoes review to eliminate political bias. But climate change messaging and ideological content remain.

Museums Exhibits June 24

Ancient Roman coin treasure finally revealed to public after being hidden for centuries

The largest collection of Roman coins found in Spain is now on exhibit. The museum display features 50,000 ancient coins from the third and fourth centuries A.D.

VIDEO June 20

Tom Brady unveils ‘Hall of Excellence’ in Las Vegas

Legendary quarterback Tom Brady and 91±¬ÁÏ contributor Jim Gray share a look at a new museum in Las Vegas showcasing ‘extraordinary’ legacies on ‘91±¬ÁÏ @ Night.’

VIDEO June 19

Here's where to find the 'greatest artifacts' in sports history: Jim Gray

91±¬ÁÏ contributor Jim Gray talks debuting the 'Hall of Excellence' museum in Las Vegas with Tom Brady on 'America's Newsroom.'

Travel June 19

Cellar unearthed beneath America's oldest Black schoolhouse reveals artifacts

Cellar found at Williamsburg Bray School, America's oldest Black schoolhouse, contains artifacts including ceramics, jewelry, and slate pencils.

Historic Sites June 17

Two Revolutionary War letters are reunited at Fort Ticonderoga after 250 years apart

Historic letters between Benedict Arnold and John Stevens were recently brought together at Fort Ticonderoga in New York, documenting Arnold's thoughts after the fort's capture.

Travel June 16

Museum staff leaves 'Mona Lisa' fans high and dry as Louvre shuts down without warning

The world's most visited museum, the Louvre, closes its doors as staff strike due to overtourism concerns, highlighting the "Mona Lisa" display, which attracts 20,000 visitors daily.

Museums Exhibits June 15

Tourist caught-on-camera smashing crystal-studded ‘Van Gogh’ chair at art museum

A tourist was caught crushing a Swarovski crystal chair at Palazzo Maffei museum in Verona, with surveillance footage showing the culprit fleeing after damaging the art.

VIDEO June 15

Museum security video shows tourist destroying crystal 'Van Gogh' chair

Surveillance footage shows a tourist damaging Nicola Bolla's "Van Gogh" chair covered in Swarovski crystals at Palazzo Maffei museum (Palazzo  Maffei Verona via Storyful)

Travel June 12

Archaeologists uncover 4,500-year-old baby rattles that reveal ancient parenting techniques

The National Museum of Denmark recently announced the discovery of 19 ancient baby rattles in Syria, showing that some Bronze Age societies had commercial markets for children's toys.