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Police have arrested 23 suspects, including an archivist, in a major bust of antiquities smuggling rings in northern Greece. The raids uncovered ancient coins, artifacts, and explosives, with the groups allegedly looting sites like the Tomb of Kasta in Amphipolis for illegal sales abroad.
The Trump administration is considering new travel restrictions for citizens of 41 countries, including Afghanistan, Cuba, and Syria, according to an internal memo. The proposed measures, divided into three groups, range from full visa suspensions to partial restrictions contingent on government compliance, echoing the first-term “Muslim ban.” The list awaits approval and aligns with intensified security vetting and deportation efforts targeting undocumented migrants and foreign-born graduates.
Greek Minister of Culture Lina Mendoni will visit the US within the framework of bilateral…
A brush fire in Pacific Palisades has affected some trees and vegetation at the Getty Villa, but no structures have been damaged. The museum, dedicated to Ancient Greek, Roman, and Etruscan artifacts, remains safe, with staff and the collection secure. The Getty Villa is currently closed to the public and non-emergency staff due to the fire.
A team of archaeologists from the University of Haifa recently uncovered a rare treasure of over 160 ancient coins in the Jordan Valley, dating back to the Asmonean period over 2,100 years ago. Discovered near the ancient Fortress of Alexandria, the coins feature inscriptions in both Aramaic and Greek, including the name of King Alexander Jannaeus. The find, made during the Jewish festival of Hanukkah, provides a unique glimpse into the region’s history and is one of the largest coin collections ever found in the Holy Land.
Greece’s archaeological explorations in 2024 unveiled extraordinary discoveries, from a second shipwreck near Antikythera to unique Minoan structures in Crete and the reopening of the grand Palace of Philip II in Aigai. These findings, spanning from the Neolithic era to Byzantine times, shed new light on ancient shipbuilding, religious practices, and daily life, further enriching Greece’s timeless legacy.
A hidden trove of ancient artifacts, dating from Greece’s Geometric period (1100-750 BC) to the Hellenistic era (up to 31 BC), was discovered in a vacated Athens store earlier this year. The cache, packed in boxes wrapped with 1940s newspapers, included over 3,000 items, ranging from ancient coins and vessels to post-Byzantine religious artifacts. The find highlights Athens’ rich historical layers and underscores the importance of preserving and studying cultural heritage.
Archaeologists in Tuscany have uncovered a remarkable collection of ancient artifacts at the thermal springs of San Casciano dei Bagni, including statues, coins, jewelry, and intact eggs from the Roman and Etruscan eras. Among the finds is a large bronze statue believed to depict Agathodaemon, a protective deity from Greek mythology. These treasures, preserved by the warm mud of the springs, will be displayed in a new museum opening in 2026.
In a CNN interview, PM Mitsotakis calls for a comprehensive review of the Draghi Report and discusses the complexities of the Thessaloniki Metro project amid ancient artifact discoveries.
Two individuals were arrested on Monday in Alimos during a police operation that uncovered a…
A pair of 1,500-year-old sandals, inscribed with a Greek message wishing the wearer health and beauty, has been unearthed during excavations in Istanbul. This remarkable find, along with other significant discoveries, is shedding new light on the city’s rich history.
Four men posing as city workers were arrested in Isparta, Turkey, after an illegal excavation unearthed ancient artifacts, highlighting the growing problem of looting and treasure hunting in the country. The discovery of a sarcophagus and pottery fragments underscores the vulnerability of Turkey’s rich archaeological heritage, which spans Hellenistic, Roman, Byzantine, and Ottoman periods.
Archaeologists Uncover Monumental Temple Complex Likely Dedicated to Poseidon in Western Peloponnese
Archaeologists in Greece have uncovered a monumental temple complex at Kleidi-Samikon in the Peloponnese, believed to be dedicated to Poseidon. Measuring 28 by 9.5 meters, the temple’s unique design and artifacts, including an inscribed bronze plaque and a marble basin for purification rituals, offer new insights into ancient Greek religious practices.
Catalan archaeologists have unearthed a 6th-century B.C. jug at Empúries, featuring scenes of a palestra. Found in one of the site’s earliest homes, the jug offers insight into the ancient Greek practice of placing such offerings during construction. Pere Castanyer notes that this tradition mirrors modern practices, like placing newspapers or coins under the first brick of a new house.
In a significant cultural exchange, Israel has decided to loan the Megiddo Mosaic, an ancient…
Sending shockwaves through the archaeological world, Roman diver Stefano Mariottini was snorkelling about 8 meters deep when he saw a hand sticking out from the sandy bottom. Thinking he had found human remains, he called the police.
olice in Thessaloniki, Greece, arrest a 70-year-old woman after discovering a collection of ancient pottery and religious artifacts dating back centuries, sparking questions about their origin and potential significance.
In a significant development, the Greek Ministry of Culture proudly announced the successful repatriation of two ancient artefacts from Switzerland on January 23.
The Hellenic Ministry of Culture and Sports welcomed in an announcement the outcome of a…