World Oct 30 Grand Egyptian Museum showcasing 50,000 artifacts set to open after years of delays By Samy Magdy, Associated Press
Science Jul 02 Ancient DNA shows genetic link between Mesopotamia and Egypt, researchers find Earlier archeological evidence has shown trade links between Egypt and Mesopotamia, as well as similarities in pottery-making techniques and pictorial writing systems. While resemblances in dental structures suggested possible ancestral links, the new study clarifies the genetic ties. By Christina Larson, Associated Press
World Mar 17 Watch 7:17 Ancient Stonehenge faces modern problems with plans for a nearby tunnel to ease traffic The Stonehenge landscape, one of the most visited ancient sites in England, is in the spotlight as a possible solution to a modern problem. Could tunneling through it help ease heavy traffic flow in the surrounding streets? Archeologists and activists… By Malcolm Brabant
Science Apr 09 Scientists discover evidence for Neanderthal handiwork Scientists have found the first direct evidence that Neanderthals could make string. By Malcolm Ritter, Associated Press
World Apr 01 Watch Freed from ISIS, Palmyra’s treasured ruins ‘have blood on them’ The Syrian Army has reclaimed Palmyra from the Islamic State group, dealing a major setback to the militants. Lindsey Hilsum of Independent Television News reports on the state of the ancient city, home to a sprawling set of Roman ruins… By PBS News Hour
Jan 25 Watch 6:02 Vestiges of an ancient Greek art form, preserved by catastrophe By PBS News Hour Fewer than 200 bronze sculptures from the Hellenistic era -- a period that began more than 2,000 years ago -- survive today. About a quarter of those are gathered in an exhibit at the National Gallery of Art called "Power… Continue watching
Nov 10 Watch 12:28 Journalist goes on a walk around the world to find the story of humanity By PBS News Hour Paul Salopek has been out for a walk -- a very long walk -- since 2013. His route stretches from Ethiopia’s Great Rift Valley to the very southern tip of South America, tracing the path of humanity from its African… Continue watching
Apr 28 Fifty royal mummies unearthed in Egypt’s Valley of the Kings By Justin Scuiletti The remains, which included those of newborn babies, princes and princesses, are believed to date back to the 18th Pharaonic dynasty. Wooden coffins and death masks, dating from 1567 to 1085 BC, were found beside the mummies, Ibrahim said to… Continue reading