2,000-year-old complex near Western Wall puzzles experts
Researchers wonder why the residents of ancient Jerusalem went to all the trouble to carve a multi-level complex out of rock when stones were generally used for building.
Archaeology
Rare Bar Kochba-era coin discovered at foot of Temple Mount
The discovery of the coin, said to be the only one from the era bearing the name “Jerusalem” to have been discovered in the ancient city, was announced in honor of the upcoming Lag B'Omer holiday.
Scientists bring back voice of 3,000-year-old Egyptian mummy
Mummy's vocal tract has been recreated, for the most part, using medical scanners, 3D printing and an electronic larynx, scientists say.
Second Temple-era 'standard of volumes' ensured value for money
Stone measuring tool features deep cavities with drains at the bottom that could ensure standardized weights and measures for shoppers.
Gold coins dating to early Islamic era delight archaeologists at Yavne dig
'Hanukkah gelt' dates back to the Abbasid Caliphate of the 9th century CE and includes one gold dinar of the Caliph Harun al-Rashid.
From beer to NASA: The top 5 archaeological moments of the decade
From entire ancient cities to tiny fragments of artifacts that solve years-old puzzles, Israel's archaeology scene is hotter (and dustier) than ever.
Ancient seawall shows how ancestors tried to cope with rising seas
Climate change posed a risk to coastal communities as far back as 7,000 years ago, researchers say.
Ashkelon dig turns up Roman-era vats used to cook stinky fish sauce
Visitors curious about Roman culinary habits can visit the site free of charge on Dec. 22, the first day of Hanukkah.
3 ancient shipwrecks discovered off Aegean island of Kasos
Cargo from 2,300-year-old wreck includes amphorae and fine tableware.
Family unearths 1,400-year-old iron tools in northern Israel
Over the Sukkot holiday, over 8,000 people visited an Israel Antiquities Authority dig at Usha, which is mentioned in ancient texts as the place where the Sanhedrin re-established itself as the destruction of the Temple. Residents made wine and olive oil, and also manufactured iron tools.