Researchers in Israel say they have pinpointed the site of an ancient Philistine town mentioned in the biblical tale of David seeking refuge from the Israelite king Saul. Ziklag was a town under the rule of a Philistine king in nearby Gath after the ancient “sea peoples” began arriving in the region in the 12th century BC, the researchers say.
Jewellery and arms dating back to the 6th century BC, discovered in a farmer’s field in France’s Tavers (Loiret), are up for auction. The discovered items are considered “national treasures” by the Culture Ministry.
The world’s appreciation for cocoa is centuries-old: the ancient Maya were drinking hot chocolate in Central America as far back as 400 BC. VIDEOGRAPHIC
Tourists visit the tomb of the 18th dynasty Pharaoh Tutankhamun (1332–1323 BC) at the Valley of the Kings in Luxor after an archeological mission finished conservation work to preserve the tomb, which according to conservation experts and Egypt’s antiquities minister has been affected due to change of the atmosphere by too many people visiting the site.
The world’s appreciation for cocoa is centuries-old: the ancient Maya were drinking hot chocolate in Central America as far back as 400 BC. VIDEOGRAPHIC
All mines need regular reinforcement against collapse, and Hallstatt, the world’s oldest salt mine perched in the Austrian Alps, is no exception. But Hallstatt isn’t like other mines. Exploited for 7,000 years, the mine has yielded not only a steady supply of salt but also archaeological discoveries attesting to the existence of a rich civilisation dating back to the early part of the first millennium BC.
An icicle guest mix, brand new music from The Upbeats, Noisia, and Nickbee. Combined with a selection of beats and questions answered. Noisia Radio in effect.
Another week, another schizophrenic selection. Lots of music we’re excited about! More new Misanthrop on RAM, Xtrah on Invisible and plenty of other stuff.