Artefacts Used By Sorcerers Unearthed On Route From Egypt To Muslim Holy City
Photo shows a clay female figurine discovered along the ancient Darb al-Hajj route that led from Egypt to Mecca, undated. The artifacts were likely used for magic rituals 400 years ago. (Clara Amit, Israel Antiquities Authority/Newsflash)
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Artefacts Used By Sorcerers Unearthed On Route From Egypt To Muslim Holy City

Ancient artefacts believed to have been used by "sorcerers" in magical rituals have been discovered on the road from Cairo in Egypt to the Muslim holy city of Mecca in…

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September 13, 2023
Stolen Ancient Egyptian Grave Carvings Returned
Photo shows a 4,200-year-old decorated stone slab that was smuggled out of Egypt in 2001 after being discovered by a French archaeological mission, undated. Egypt retrieved the two stone slabs from France. (Egyptian Public Prosecution/Newsflash)
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Stolen Ancient Egyptian Grave Carvings Returned

Priceless ancient Egytian tomb carvings stolen from a 4,200-year-old grave have been returned to Cairo from France. The relief wall carvings disappeared during the excavation of a priest's tomb 20…

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June 13, 2023