British Museum to show oldest sky map
An upcoming exhibit on the ancient world of Stonehenge will include a number of significant items from further afield.
Archaeology
New vaults found in Bruges Cathedral
Archaeological work in the Belgian city has revealed previously unknown tombs
Pre-Viking hoard goes to Denmark museum
A stash of gold and other coins found in southwestern Denmark will give museum-goers new insights into the pre-Viking era
Netherlands puts on prehistoric fashion show
A rare textile find from 800 BC casts a colorful new light on the ancient world.
Now open: Old Rome under new homes
A plan to build a garage under a modern apartment building has turned instead into a visitable Roman home.
High-tech 'green' update for Colosseum
The ancient arena will get a floor for first time in centuries, as well as other improvements.
Moses and Mount Nebo
Spectacular views and intriguing archaeology mark the spot where Moses is said to have viewed the 'Promised Land.'
In Rome, an old monument re-opens
The Tomb of Augustus, re-used and neglected for centuries, and closed to visitors for years, has now re-opened after restoration.
Finding black history in Great Smokies National Park
Until recently, the history of Black people was missing from the history of Great Smokies National Park; a project is working to change that.
Pompeii: Intact Roman chariot found in ruins
A ceremonial chariot has been unearthed near Pompeii by archaeologists who say artifact thieves just missed it.
Rome: Colosseum to get a high-tech floor
An ambitious plan to restore the floor of Rome's Colosseum hopes to restore its appearance of ancient times.
Dendera Temple Complex, Egypt
Professor Abe takes on an expedition to one of his favorite sites in Egypt, with an especially well-preserved main temple.
Hotel Villa Athena, Agrigento: Room with a View
DrFumblefinger shares the view from a room he and his wife enjoyed while visiting the Villa Athena in Agrigento.
Chand Baori Stepwell, Abaneri
DrFumblefinger visits one of India's fascinating and ancient stepwells, this one Chand Baori, in the village of Abaneri, Rajasthan.
Technology 'restores' destroyed temple
Cutting-edge technology has made it possible to virtually visit a lost treasure of the ancient world.