Rare gold treasure from 3,000 years ago found by metal detectorist
The man who found it, Jonathan Needham, is still waiting to see how much the Bronze Age fastener is worth, but thinks it will be a "life-changing amount."
Roman toilet spoon and Bronze Age Hoard among treasure finds
The Bronze Age hoard, discovered using a metal detector, includes swords and an axe, giving archaeologists valuable insight into the period.
Map of area Amelia Earhart plane is believed to have been discovered
Deep-sea explorers say they have found what could be Earhart's airplane on the sea floor near the island she was supposed to land on 87 years ago.
Archaeologists find bronze jewelry used in ancient lake ritual
The new find sheds brand new light on a group of ancient people, and challenges everything that archeologists already knew about them.
T. rex's closest cousin discovered, shining light on Tyrannosaur origins
The huge dinosaur was very similar to the infamous T. rex, growing to about its same height, 12 feet.
Video of underground tunnel goes viral after synagogue discovery
In a statement to Newsweek, Seligson said that the videos posted on social media "don't appear to be under Chabad Headquarters."
New homeowner stunned after attic find could be worth thousands of dollars
Dubbed "tinsulation" on Reddit, the strange discovery has amazed the homeowner.
Scientists Discover Rare Mutation That Halves Risk of Parkinson's Disease
A mutation, which is only found in those with European descent, are much less likely to develop the disease.
Homeowner makes "coolest" discovery from 1978 while clearing out attic
One TikTok commenter said: "I would literally die from happiness."
Roman baths unearthed beneath museum on site of emperor's palace
The discovery in southern Croatia was made by accident during reconstruction of the museum's main reception area.
Man finds "spectacular" 4.87-carat diamond in state park
The amazing find was discovered at one of the few diamond-bearing sites in the world accessible to the public.
Historians stunned by "rare" century-old find uncovered during repairs
"While there is lots of historic graffiti that can be found around the palace, it's rare to find graffiti of such high quality," Historic Royal Palaces said.
Biologists Find Another Incredible Skill Ants Have To Put Humans To Shame
Ants are able to avoid traffic jams due to their clever synchronization skills, a new study has found.
Mysterious rare giant tree-dwelling rat captured on photo for first time
"This species had only ever been documented by scientists one time before," author of the study Tyrone H. Lavery told Newsweek.
Marine biologists find fish that spend whole lives swimming upside down
The anglerfish, known for their bioluminescent lure, may find this swimming position beneficial for catching prey, says one study.
Man finds mystery 1900s whiskey bottle while clearing out home
Theories and age estimates swirled after the picture of the old bottle was shared online.
Neuroscientists say textbook brain "rewiring" theory is "in fact wrong"
Professors are calling into question the commonly held belief that a loss of sight causes the brain to rewire and pick up new sounds.
Biologists reveal how sea worm's butt swims off on its own to find a mate
Green syllid worms detach the bottom half of their body, which then swim independently—but just how this occurs has always been a mystery.
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Incredible photos show lost town submerged by Lake—'There were cemeteries'
Local historian Katherine Loflin told Newsweek that buildings and pottery have also been found at Jordan Lake.
New species with "hieroglyphic" pattern discovered among sand dunes
The lizard species has only been found in one area in Iran.
Archaeologists unearth giant hall of ancient king famed for gold coffin
The hall is thought to be assoiated with a legendary Bronze Age ruler in Germany, who according to local folklore, was buried in a solid gold coffin.
Ancient astronomy book found in box sells for $12K: "Amazing discovery"
The ancient book was published before Galileo was born, making it one of the first astronomy texts published in the English language.
Submerged Ancient Greek city's treasures emerge 2,000 years later
The finds in the city that was once home to Trojan War warrior Ajax, according to Homer's "Iliad," was a marble relief of "particular importance."
'Treasure hunter' hits the jackpot with WWII-era find in Georgia creek
Zach Byrd's discovery may be associated with what General George S. Patton described as "the greatest battle implement ever devised."
Shock at terrifying find in bag of dollar store Halloween décor
"It wasn't until I noticed the scaly texture that I took a closer look, and that's when I saw the claw," said the crafter who found the feathers.
Tough tiny mice found living on frozen volcano, stunning scientists
The mice were originally believed to have been brought to the volcanoes by the Incas.
Woman's shock as she uncovers hidden horror in new home: "How?"
"I have no idea how much this will cost to fix," the homeowner told Newsweek.
Beer bottle with long-lost message from 68 years ago found in house's walls
The house was described as "a time capsule" by the contractor working on it.
Woman loses engagement ring in unlikeliest place—so she takes drastic step
"We thought about getting a metal detector but all the stores were closed since it was Saturday night," she told Newsweek.
Mysterious 4,000-year-old "treasure map" may reveal ancient world
The ancient map, a stone etched with strange markings, may lead archeologists to a previously undiscovered ancient kingdom