Archaeologists Uncover Early Medieval Palace Complex in France
Archaeologists in France have uncovered an early medieval palace complex near Dijon, featuring a large church, stone buildings and Roman-style heating.
How DNA Is Rewriting the History of Early Medieval Europe
A major DNA study of 7,700 early medieval burials reveals new insights into migration, family life, disease and cultural identity across Europe.
Medieval Korean Visions of Hell Reunited in Museum Exhibition
Ten medieval Korean paintings depicting the Kings of Hell are reunited for the first time in over 60 years at the Cleveland Museum of Art.
Archaeologists Uncover Medieval Bishop’s Palace and Rare Water System in Germany
Archaeologists in Germany have uncovered new remains of a medieval bishop’s palace, a rare 14th-century water system and sophisticated monastery buildings.
Call for Papers: 9th Symposium on Late Antique and Medieval Studies
Call for papers for the 9th Symposium on Late Antique and Medieval Studies, taking place online in November 2026. Submissions close 9 November.
Who Was the Real Nicolas Flamel? New Medieval Exhibition Opens in Paris
A new exhibition in Paris reveals the real Nicolas Flamel, uncovering his medieval wealth and how he became a legendary alchemist.
Chris Wickham, Leading Historian of Medieval Europe, Passes Away
Chris Wickham, one of the most influential historians of medieval Europe, has passed away. His research transformed how scholars understand the transition from the Roman Empire to the Middle Ages, while his books introduced generations of readers to the political, social and economic history of medieval Europe.
Archaeologists Uncover Medieval Fortified Settlement in Kazakhstan
Archaeologists in Kazakhstan have uncovered a sixth- to seventh-century fortified settlement, revealing ancient walls, pottery and a rare bird figurine.
Khmer Empire Developed Massive State Healthcare System, Study Finds
A new study examines how the Khmer Empire under Jayavarman VII created a remarkable network of 102 hospitals offering free healthcare across its territories.
Is This the Face of a Medieval Saint? Scientists Investigate 950-Year-Old Remains
Scientists investigate medieval remains attributed to Saint Theobald of Provins, using radiocarbon dating and facial reconstruction.
Young Adults Were Hit Especially Hard by the Black Death, Study Finds
New research suggests young adults aged 15 to 24 were particularly vulnerable during the Black Death, based on medieval burials in Britain.
Medieval Fortifications Discovered at Polish Windmill Site
Archaeologists in Poland have uncovered possible medieval fortifications surrounding a 15th-century windmill, along with stone cannonballs.
Rare Medieval Silver Hoard Discovered in Russia
Archaeologists in Russia have uncovered a remarkable medieval silver hoard containing rare Swedish coins, jewellery and possible Norse imagery.
Medieval Fortifications Discovered at Polish Castle
Renovation work at Żupny Castle in Poland has uncovered stone fortifications believed to date from the 14th century.
Viking Gold Treasure Discovered in Denmark
Six Viking gold arm-rings weighing more than 750 grams have been discovered in Denmark, revealing new evidence of wealth and power in the tenth century.
Ancient Underground Chamber in Cyprus Became a Byzantine Church, Archaeologists Find
Archaeologists in Cyprus have uncovered an underground chamber that began as a Hellenistic quarry and was later transformed into a Byzantine church.
Call for Papers: 5th International Conference on the Military History of the Mediterranean Sea
Call for Papers for the 5th International Conference on the Military History of the Mediterranean Sea, taking place in Istanbul in June 2027.
Anglo-Saxon Coins Reveal Medieval England’s ‘Little England’ in Rome
Anglo-Saxon coins discovered near the Vatican reveal new evidence for Rome’s medieval English community and its connections with England.
Nearly 600 Medieval Manuscripts from German Monasteries Now Online
Nearly 600 medieval manuscripts from the German monasteries of Heilsbronn and Sankt Jobst have been digitised and made available to explore online.
Greece to Return Remains of Medieval Tsar Samuel to Bulgaria
Greece will return the remains of medieval Tsar Samuel to Bulgaria in an agreement that will also see 48 religious artefacts returned to Greece.
Early Medieval Cemetery Discovered in Tuscany
Archaeologists in Tuscany have uncovered ten early medieval burials at Rusellae, offering new evidence about the city during the Lombard period.
Medieval Arab Coins Found Near Viking Trading Centre in Poland
Early medieval Arab silver coins discovered in northern Poland may shed new light on trade routes connected with the Viking-Age settlement of Truso.
New Discoveries Made at Medieval City in Kazakhstan
Archaeologists excavating the medieval city of Kesken-Kuyuk in Kazakhstan have uncovered new structures, altar sites and evidence of rebuilding.
Medieval Spire of Glasgow Cathedral to Be Dismantled and Rebuilt
Glasgow Cathedral’s 15th-century medieval spire will be partially dismantled and rebuilt during a major three-year conservation project.
Medieval Norse Church Discovered in Greenland
The archaeologists were overjoyed when the grave and thus the church were finally confirmed on the second-to-last day of the excavation. In the middle is Christian Edelfelt Koch Madsen. Photo: Ellen Frederiksen.