CT scans reveal mysteries of ancient Egypt's 'Screaming Woman' mummy Al-Monitor interviewed Cairo University radiology professor Sahar Saleem on her high-tech research into this unique mummy. Egypt
Ancient lost city may have been unearthed in UAE: What we know Archeologists believe recent discoveries in the United Arab Emirates’ Al Sinniyah Island may be connected to an ancient city famed for its pearls that fell into decline after the sixth century. United Arab Emirates
Sudan's war devastates cultural heritage as rival generals vie for power Sudan’s civil war is now well into its second year, and alongside forcing the population to the brink of famine, warring parties have also come for its heritage. Sudan
Iraq recovers over 6,000 stolen historical artifacts, government says An Iraqi official says the Iraqi government’s efforts to get back historical artifacts smuggled out of the country were focused on Mosul, which was overrun by ISIS in 2014. Iraq
How Nile branch helped ancient Egyptians build Giza pyramids A group of scientists has reconstructed 8,000 years of the history of the river in the Giza floodplain to better understand how it was used to erect the iconic Pharaonic structures. Egypt
Two of world's oldest mosques discovered in Israel’s Negev desert The Israel Antiquities Authority discovered ruins of ancient mosques and rural properties dating back about 1,200 years, which sheds light on the area’s transition from Christianity to Islam during that era. Palestine
Egypt restores massive statue of King Thutmose II Within the scope of the Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities’ efforts to restore monuments and paintings at the Karnak Temple complex in Luxor, the Supreme Council of Antiquities completed the restoration work of the statue of King Thutmose II on the southern facade of Karnak. Egypt
Mediterranean countries take on archaeology project off Tunisian coast Algeria, Croatia, Egypt, France, Italy, Morocco, Spain and Tunisia are working together on an underwater archaeological expedition, researching the Skerki Bank region off the Sicily and Tunisian coasts. Israel
New evidence emerges of looting of King Tut's tomb in Egypt While Egypt celebrates the 100-year anniversary of the discovery of King Tutankhamun's tomb, new evidence emerged that the discoverer, Howard Carter, stole objects from it. Egypt
Egypt restores Golden Shrine at ancient temple in Luxor The Egyptian Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities announced the completion of restoration works at the Golden Shrine in the Temple of Habu in Luxor, built in memory of King Ramses III. Egypt
Egypt’s mysterious pregnant mummy most likely died of cancer, scientists say X-ray analysis and CT images of the embalmed woman show signs of nasopharyngeal cancer, which researchers hope will now provide new clues to the evolution of this disease. Egypt
Archaeologists revive old, abandoned houses in Gaza A team of archaeologists are restoring ancient abandoned houses in the old area of Gaza and turning some of them into cultural cafes that serve the community. Palestine
The discovery of unique tomb in Egypt’s Giza The archaeological discovery provides new insight into the turbulent period of the beginning of the era of Persian domination of ancient Egypt and puts forward the first evidence of true globalization in the ancient world. Egypt
Egypt restores pharaonic nobles' tombs in Aswan To attract tourists, Egypt’s Supreme Council of Antiquities has launched a project to restore and develop the Tombs of the Nobles and Qubbet el-Hawa in Aswan, south of the country. Egypt
Libyan antiquities at risk from political instability, conflict After years of neglect and looting, authorities in Libya are showing growing interest in protecting the country’s heritage and archaeological sites. North Africa
2,000-year-old Roman tomb found in northern Gaza Egyptian excavations in the northern Gaza Strip have unearthed the remains of a Roman cemetery dating back 2,000 years and containing nearly 100 graves. Palestine
