Category: Archeology & History
Ancient clawed ‘Edward Scissorhands’ reptile discovered in Brazil
Jerusalem Post Researchers described the newly discovered creature as similar to Edward Scissorhands because of its long claws. https://www.jpost.com/archaeology/article-756451
Read MoreAncient polychrome wall found in northern Peru likely over 4,000 years old
Jerusalem Post The wall is thought to have been part of a ceremonial temple. https://www.jpost.com/archaeology/article-756178
Read More240-million-year-old giant amphibian fossil receives new recognition
Jerusalem Post The creature inhabited fresh waters in, what is now known as, the Sydney Basin during the Triassic period. It likely fed on ancient fish like Cleithrolepis but little else is known. https://www.jpost.com/archaeology/article-755812
Read MoreAncient fragments found, tells of Roman emperor Hadrian’s daily life
Jerusalem Post The fragments shed light of Hadrian’s trips to Africa and more. https://www.jpost.com/archaeology/article-755810
Read MoreJewish life in York thrived after massacre, researchers show
Jerusalem Post The English city of York hosted an infamous antisemitic pogrom, but unknown to many, Jewish life thrived once again just 20 years later. https://www.jpost.com/archaeology/article-755761
Read MorePompeii archaeologists discover find that throws light on life of slaves
Jerusalem Post Archaeologists at Pompeii found a bedroom they believe was used by slaves in the ancient city. https://www.jpost.com/archaeology/article-755465
Read MoreArch of ancient Roman aqueduct collapses overnight in Caesarea
Jerusalem Post The Antiquities Authority said it had warned local authorities the arch was in danger of collapsing. https://www.jpost.com/archaeology/article-755292
Read MoreDrone-mounted tech reveals unexplored World War II battlefield
Jerusalem Post Using drone-mounted LiDar equipment, researchers revealed striking new archaeological details of the area they investigated. https://www.jpost.com/archaeology/article-755161
Read MoreIsraeli archaeologists uncover 4000-year-old rare mudbrick passageway
Jerusalem Post An artifact found at the entrance to the passageway helped archaeologists date it to the Middle Bronze Age. https://www.jpost.com/archaeology/article-755083
Read MoreIsraeli mosaic near prophesied Armageddon sparks museum loan debate
Jerusalem Post Discovered in 2005 near the historic site believed to be the prophesied Armageddon, the mosaic is situated near an Israeli prison. https://www.jpost.com/archaeology/article-755006
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