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Hidden Egyptian gold and groundbreaking canoes: See the latest archaeology discoveries

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In the sprawling temples of Karnak from ancient Egypt, archaeologists found golden artifacts.
In the sprawling temples of Karnak from ancient Egypt, archaeologists found golden artifacts. 2H Media via Unsplash

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Throughout history, cultures have left behind a trail of breadcrumbs for archaeologists to follow. New sites and artifacts are found all the time, revealing forgotten secrets of the past.

Here are some of the latest discoveries:

Golden artifacts — found in broken pot — discovered at famed Egyptian temple. See them

Items ranging from golden rings to godly status were found in the broken pottery, officials said.
Items ranging from golden rings to godly status were found in the broken pottery, officials said. Screenshot from Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities' Facebook post

Archaeologists working at the Karnak temple complex in Luxor, Egypt, uncovered a broken pot containing gold and metal rings, gold-plated beads, and statuettes dating back to the 26th dynasty. These artifacts, including depictions of the gods Amun, Mut, and Khonsu, offer insights into the religious practices of the time. | Published Feb. 28 | Read More |

Thousands of war artifacts — and body of Red Army soldier — unearthed on Poland coast

The body of a Red Army soldier killed in 1945 was found in sand dunes on the peninsula, officials said.
The body of a Red Army soldier killed in 1945 was found in sand dunes on the peninsula, officials said. Screengrab from Muzeum Westerplatte's Facebook post

In Gdańsk, Poland, archaeologists unearthed over 14,000 artifacts, including a military bunker with evidence of German war crimes and the remains of a Red Army soldier. The excavation revealed items from various conflicts, including cannonballs, musket shells, and nearly 400 military explosives. | Published March 4 | Read More |

‘Rare’ ancient Roman item found buried under 1,800-year-old fence in Scotland. See it

Archaeologists found the ruins of an Iron Age settlement with a “rare” ancient Roman brooch buried underneath, possibly as an offering.
Archaeologists found the ruins of an Iron Age settlement with a “rare” ancient Roman brooch buried underneath, possibly as an offering. Photo from GUARD Archaeology

A “rare” Roman brooch was discovered beneath a fence at an Iron Age settlement in South Ayrshire, Scotland. The brooch, possibly buried as an offering, provides a glimpse into the interactions between Roman soldiers and local inhabitants. | Published March 5 | Read More |

Dad and son stumble upon ‘one of the most important finds of all time in Polynesia’

An excavation in New Zealand, prompted by the finds of a dad and son, uncovered wood fragments, rope and sail fabric of a historic canoe.
An excavation in New Zealand, prompted by the finds of a dad and son, uncovered wood fragments, rope and sail fabric of a historic canoe. Photo from Manatū Taonga Ministry for Culture and Heritage

On Chatham Island, New Zealand, a father and son discovered hundreds of wood pieces, rope fibers, and possibly sail fabric from an ancient canoe, or “waka.” This remarkable find, considered one of the most important in Polynesia, sheds light on Polynesian waka technology. | Published March 5 | Read More |

17th-century castle defenses — the first ever found — discovered in UK. See the find

The large stakes were found in the castle’s moat, archaeologists said.
The large stakes were found in the castle’s moat, archaeologists said. Wessex Archaeology

Archaeologists in Sheffield, England, uncovered 17th-century defensive stakes, known as an “abatis,” in the moat of Sheffield Castle. These wooden stakes, used to impede attackers, are the first of their kind to be recovered from this period. | Published March 5 | Read More |

McClatchy News continues to follow the discovery of intriguing archaeological discoveries from around the globe. Check back to see the latest finds.

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This story was originally published March 7, 2025 at 10:52 AM with the headline "Hidden Egyptian gold and groundbreaking canoes: See the latest archaeology discoveries."

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