Archaeologists discover elite Roman woman buried in a sealed lead coffin with rare treasures

Colchester archaeologists unearthed a 1,700-year-old lead coffin, revealing a wealthy Roman woman’s life. Image Credit: Colchester Archaeological Trust Archaeologists in Colchester have found a glimpse into an ancient world of luxury and a personal tragedy. Archaeologists have been shocked by the discovery of an ancient lead coffin containing a woman buried nearly 1,700 years ago….

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IPL 2026 breaks records as reach crosses 1.1 billion amid thrilling playoff race

Fans cheer in the stands during the IPL 2026 match. (PTI Photo) NEW DELHI: IPL 2026 has recorded its highest-ever audience reach, with the ongoing season crossing a combined 1.1 billion viewers across television and digital platforms as the playoff race heads into a dramatic final stretch.According to figures released by JioStar, the tournament’s continued…

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Not Our War: Behind closed doors, UAE urged Gulf action against Iran, Saudis refused

The United Arab Emirates unsuccessfully tried to persuade Gulf nations including Saudi Arabia and Qatar to join a coordinated military response against Iran following Tehran’s large-scale attacks on Gulf states earlier this year, Bloomberg reported citing people familiar with the matter.UAE President Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan reportedly held a series of calls with regional…

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A man walking through the forest stumbled upon a gold sword, hidden beneath a tree for centuries

A hiker in Norway’s Austratt area found a 1,500-year-old gold sword fitting. Image Credit: Annette Græsli Øvrelid/University of Stavanger Archaeological Museum A simple walk in a quiet part of southwest Norway turned into an epic Hollywood scene. A local hiker, while exploring the Austratt area of Sandnes, stumbled across a find that left international archaeologists…

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