Trolling through refuse at roadside inns from 300 BCE to 300 CE finds 'social archives' that help explain the social and economic organization of the Nabatean caravan trade

In an in-depth interview with expert archaeologist Tali Erickson-Gini, we hear that he who controls the spice (or garum and wine) controls the ancient world

Jerusalem voices outrage over 'extreme' step, allegedly taken by Amman to preserve delegation's safety; participants decry 'humiliating' inspection, which included body searches

After Rivlin's talks with Jordanian prince, president informs FM about progress at pilgrimage site, which was barred to Israelis after August incident

Director of 'Jaber' rejects 'childish' claim that fictional caper showing boy who discovers Hebrew writing on rock in Petra will lead Israel to stake claim to ancient city

Roni Ayalon says Jordanian authorities confiscated head coverings at border, barred some 250 Israelis from praying anywhere, 'even if we are alone in the middle of the desert'

Minister makes decision after video circulates online of Israeli pilgrims praying at Aaron's Tomb; source with knowledge of incident tells Ynet group 'acted like hooligans'