The discovery of the remains of a fortified city was shown to be the first archaeological site in the region verified to be from the era of King David.
530 so-called 'astragali' found in southern Israel inscribed with instructions and game roles, as well as names of deities, among them Eros, Hermes and Nike
While excavations in the ancient Roman city tend to focus on the wealthy upper-class, new discoveries reveal details of life for the not-so-rich-and-famous
Computer calculations of 70 CE Roman arsenal uncovered in excavations in Jerusalem demonstrate veracity of Jewish historian Josephus's report of intense fighting near Third Wall
A central site that contains a historic first well is on course for redevelopment after a global search turns up dozens of collective owners from the US to Sweden
Currency minted during reign of Emperor Antoninus Pius in 2nd century CE; discovered on seabed during survey carried out by Israel Antiquities Authority’s Marine Archaeology Unit
Israel Antiquities Authority theft prevention unit says Afula man illegally dug up and traded in ancient finds, likely also smuggled items abroad to public auctions
Five years - and a pandemic - after breaking ground at Lod, the Shelby White & Leon Levy Lod Mosaic Archaeological Center is inaugurated to house the massive sea-themed floor
But archaeologists are facing a constant battle against construction to meet urgent housing needs for the rapidly expanding population, and the devastation wrought by war
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