"Curious" 4-year-old accidentally breaks a 3,500-year-old jar
Until mid-August, the jar was on display at the entrance to the Hecht Museum along with several similar artifacts.
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Until mid-August, the jar was on display at the entrance to the Hecht Museum along with several similar artifacts.
Archaeologists say the discovery could shed light on early religious practices in the region.
The 40-mile-long river branch, which ran by the Giza pyramid complex, was hidden under desert and farmland for millennia, scientists said.
The substance was found during a 2023 excavation of a Roman bathhouse.
What seems like science fiction is also being used to peer inside the pyramids in Egypt, chambers beneath volcanoes, and even treat cancer.
The tomb marks the area where an elite chief was buried along with possibly dozens of people who died to accompany him to the "beyond," officials said.
When ancient Egyptians built King Menkaure's pyramid more than 4,000 years ago, they did it a little differently. Now archaeologists want to put it back together.
A self-describe "UFOlogist" brought the desiccated figures in front of the Mexican congress last September, claiming they had been recovered near Peru's ancient Nazca Lines and dated over 700 years old.
Archaeologists exploring the cave removed the boulder and discovered the rock was "literally splitting" a human skeleton in half.
The items include a hoard of bronze artifacts such as axes, spearheads, rings and a sword scabbard.
NPS is working to continue monitoring the site to learn more about the wreck of the St. Lucie.
Italy's culture ministry posted images and video of "one of the most important coin discoveries" in recent years.
The family was looking for a lost gold earring in their garden, but instead they found artifacts dating back more than 1,000 years, officials said.
The gold pendants — flat, thin, single-sided gold medals called bracteates — date from around A.D. 500, experts say.
The girl who made the discovery is due to receive financial compensation, the amount of which has not been made public.
It's a pre-historic treasure hunt in the heart of the big city – an archaeological dig at the site of an ancient Tequesta Indian village at the confluence of the Miami River and Biscayne Bay.
Among skyscrapers and cranes in Downtown Miami, archaeologists have been quietly working on a secret dig. Bob Carr with the Archaeological and Historical Conservancy finally spilled the details this week on what he's been so busy doing since November.
Researchers made a grave discovery—literally— at an old Jacksonville plantation. According to researchers, they found the graves of three adults who were likely born in West Africa and taken as slaves to the plantation in the early 19th century.
The judge ordered that he is not allowed to use the internet, except for business or to meet with his attorney.
Quarterback Cam Ward will try to keep No. 4 Miami undefeated when the Hurricanes visit Georgia Tech. Ward says having wide receiver Xavier Restrepo as his top target is a big reason Miami is on the path for a spot in the 12-team College Football Playoff.
President Biden is addressing the nation on the election results and the transition of power, with his predecessor set to return to the White House.
Traps have been set up and thermal imaging cameras are being used in an effort to locate the fugitive monkeys, police said.
The Broward School Board is split when it comes to the current ban.
The judge ordered that he is not allowed to use the internet, except for business or to meet with his attorney.
Quarterback Cam Ward will try to keep No. 4 Miami undefeated when the Hurricanes visit Georgia Tech. Ward says having wide receiver Xavier Restrepo as his top target is a big reason Miami is on the path for a spot in the 12-team College Football Playoff.
President Biden is addressing the nation on the election results and the transition of power, with his predecessor set to return to the White House.
Traps have been set up and thermal imaging cameras are being used in an effort to locate the fugitive monkeys, police said.
The Broward School Board is split when it comes to the current ban.
A Florida man has filed a federal lawsuit against Jacksonville sheriff's officers who severely beat him last year after he ran from a traffic stop.
The Marion County Sheriff's deputy told authorities that he accidentally shot and killed his girlfriend while cleaning his gun.
The American Automobile Association said this is a dangerous time of year for young drivers.
Florida insurance companies made money last year for the first time in seven years.
The U.S. Supreme Court is scheduled Sept. 26 to discuss whether it will hear a First Amendment challenge to a 2021 Florida law that placed restrictions on major social-media companies.
President Biden is addressing the nation on the election results and the transition of power, with his predecessor set to return to the White House.
President-elect Trump faced two federal prosecutions brought by special counsel Jack Smith last year.
After President-elect Donald Trump's victory, revisit some standout moments that marked the 2024 presidential race.
Some prominent business leaders praised Trump's victory, while some nonprofits called his win "a disaster."
What will happen to the Minnesota governor after his failed vice presidential bid? Here's what we know.
Jim and his guests focus on the early voting numbers we are seeing locally and statewide, specifically the impact the huge Republican turnout thus far might have once all the votes are counted.
Jim sits down with key stakeholders in some of Florida's most contentious ballot initiatives.
Jim DeFede speaks to two individuals on both sides of legalizing recreation marijuana with Amendment 3.
Republican Rosanna Cordero-Stutz and Democrat James Reyes faced off for a debate as Miami-Dade's sheriff.
Jim DeFede spoke to women who were not allowed to have an abortion in Florida.
The "Dawson's Creek" alum shared the news on Sunday and said that despite the diagnosis, there is "reason for optimism, and I'm feeling good."
The manufacturer of tumblers sold at Wawa stores says it has received four reports of cuts from the product's metal drinking straws.
Recalled products were sent to distributors in 35 states and sold on Amazon, Dynarex said in notice posted by FDA.
Some pathogens that contaminate food are even showing up in the U.S. for the first time thanks to climate change.
At Memorial Healthcare System, the innovative Aquablation procedure is changing the landscape of enlarged prostate treatment.
These gifts from Stanley, Apple, AllTrails and more won't bust your budget.
From top-rated smart mugs to cold brew starter kits, we've rounded up the coffee lover presents to gift this Christmas.
Just in time for the holiday season, Nintendo has released Nintendo Switch bundles and special editions.
For that authentic grilling experience, you can't beat a charcoal grill. We've rounded up the best grill options.
Discover the best tech gifts during the 2024 holiday season that your friends and loved ones will absolutely adore.
Miami-Dade is considering four possible sites, including two that are 2 miles or less from the city of Miramar.
A viral TikTok recipe that includes melting Jolly Ranchers landed a 9-year-old in the hospital with severe burns.
The American Automobile Association said this is a dangerous time of year for young drivers.
A string of recalls connected to Wisconsin-based supplier Schreiber Foods has now extended to Aldi stores after similar recalls at Hy-Vee and other grocery chains.
There are two sales tax holidays for hurricane supplies
NASCAR issued $600,000 in fines and suspended nine team members from three different teams on Tuesday for alleged race manipulation at Martinsville Speedway.
Judy Garland's iconic ruby slippers from "The Wizard of Oz" are on the auction block nearly two decades after a thief stole the iconic shoes, an attempt to pull off "one last score."
Quincy Jones, the multi-talented music legend who collaborated with everyone from Michael Jackson to Frank Sinatra, has died at 91, his family announced.
The "Dawson's Creek" alum shared the news on Sunday and said that despite the diagnosis, there is "reason for optimism, and I'm feeling good."
Rapper Young Thug, whose given name is Jeffery Williams, pleaded guilty Thursday to gang, drug and gun charges.