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Good to see that things are slowly starting to open up. In this case, the site of emperor Tiberius' palace on the Palantine Hill will reopen after 40 years. https://www.wantedinrome.com/news/rome-to-reopen-domus-tiberiana-imperial-palace-on-palatine-hill.html http://www.ansamed.info/ansamed/en/news/nations/italy/2021/01/13/archaeology-domus-tiberiana-to-reopen-after-40-years_c1bc5bd6-4bd3-4e88-8c4b-a264a706ef95.html Interestingly, this structure is probably not Tiberius' palace. http://archive1.village.virginia.edu/spw4s/RomanForum/GoogleEarth/AK_GE/AK_HTML/HP-005.html Summary: Despite the lockdowns, it is good to see that renovations and excavations continue. guy also known as gaius

Another great but poignant find of a young child and a pet. This one was from first century AD Roman Gaul. https://www.theguardian.com/world/2021/jan/15/2000-year-old-remains-of-infant-and-pet-dog-uncovered-in-france Summary: This was a very poignant find. Hopefully many new secrets of ancient Rome will be uncovered soon. guy also known as gaius

An interesting find in Turkey during routine excavation of a wall: https://www.dailysabah.com/turkey/onlooker-notices-roman-era-stele-at-construction-site-in-northwest-turkey/news Summary: This is an interesting upright stone slab bearing an inscription (stele) accidently unearthed during routine excavation. guy also known as gaius

Many ancient Roman concrete structures persist to this day. The amazing strength and durability of many ancient Roman structures, especially those submerged in water, has amazed researchers. Many believe that it is the chemical reaction between seawater with a mixture of volcanic ash and quicklime that creates a highly resistant mineral known as aluminous toberormorite. Recently, a nuclear plant in Japan was decommissioned. Surprisingly, researchers found aluminous tobermorite in the walls of the nuclear powerplant, helping to explain the walls’ unexpected increased strength. https://www.sciencetimes.com/articles/29056/20210112/roman-concrete-found-japanese-nuclear-power-plant-stands-test-time.htm Summary: This is another example of modern technology giving new insight into many aspects of life in ancient Rome. guy also known as gaius

https://archaeologynewsnetwork.blogspot.com/2021/01/pompeiis-alexander-great-mosaic-set-to.html Some background information on the mosaic: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Alexander_Mosaic Summary: It will be interesting to see the final repairs. guy also known as gaius

The famous pink beaches in Budelli, Italy (in Northern Sardinia) are beautiful ... but no one can visit. It's sole resident now might be evicted. There is only one person living on the island, the elderly Mauro Morandi. He is a modern Robinson Crusoe. It looks like he's being asked soon to leave, however. (See video below) https://www.benvenutolimos.com/blog/pink-beach-italy-whose-anyway/ https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Budelli guy also known as gaius (i want to thank Lapham's Quarterly for bringing this island to my attention in an unrelated article.)

An interesting find in Turkey: The 38 cm (almost 15 inch) statue of Asclepius. A little background: Bust of Zeus-Serapis https://greekcitytimes.com/2020/11/27/statue-greek-deities-turkish-media/#:~:text=Discovered Zeus-Serapis bust.,restorers on the excavation team. Kibyra is in modern day southwest Turkey, located in Burdur province: https://www.hurriyetdailynews.com/significant-roman-era-artifacts-found-in-kibyra-160306 Summary: The cult of Asclepius was widespread. This is another great find in a less known ancient Roman city. guy also known as gaius

Stunning images when only the rare worker is around: https://www.washingtonpost.com/graphics/world/2021/01/08/rome-colosseum-tourists-covid/ guy also known as gaius

This is from a gravestone from the Getty Villa in California:

See post below.

Thank you for reading my post: Professor Tom remarked on this grave monument: I wondered what the "STL" inscription meant. Thank you, Dr. Tom.

https://www.independent.co.uk/news/science/archaeology/hagia-sophia-roman-constantinople-istanbul-archaeology-b1782059.html Summary: The sculpture found in Ancient Rome were brilliantly painted. The cathedral's glistening white marble would have been a spectacular contrast. Hopefully, further research will continue.

I asked for an assessment of the monument from Dr. Tom Scanlon, Professor Emeritus of Classics (posted with his permission): Thanks, again, Dr. Tom.

During these crazy COVID times, we all need some positivity: Summary: We can find benevolence and the better part of our humanity even during difficult times, both past and present. guy also known as gaius

I can only depend on the article:

https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-9111159/Marble-slab-dug-bungalow-garden-revealed-rare-Roman-relic-worth-15-000.html https://www.woolleyandwallis.co.uk/news/news/grand-tour-relic-found-in-rockery/ Summary: This article shows the importance of documenting a place's origin before its removal.

This is an excellent video at the find in Italian. To get the English translation: Click Settings (lower right) -----> Subtitles ----> Italian (auto-generated) ----> Italian (auto-generated) ----> Auto-translate ---> English

I love these responses:

Sounds like a a crazy story: Rome’s Colosseum to get $12M high-tech retractable floor. https://nypost.com/2020/12/23/romes-colosseum-to-get-12m-high-tech-retractable-floor/ Summary: I'm not sure the reason for a retractable floor other than to use the Colosseum as a modern concert venue. guy also known as gaius

https://www.chroniclelive.co.uk/news/north-east-news/hidden-part-roman-road-uncovered-19532420 Corbridge Roman town remains that were excavated during the 20th Century Summary: Another unspectacular, but important find that is easily overlooked. guy also known as gaius

Here's a list of the "coolest ancient weapons discovered in 2020": https://www.livescience.com/ancient-weapons-swords-found-in-2020.html This Roman Dagger was actually discovered in Germany in 2019. It was restored earlier this year. https://www.archaeology.org/news/8493-200302-germany-roman-dagger https://archaeologynewsnetwork.blogspot.com/2020/02/unique-roman-dagger-found-in-germany.html Summary: I had always wondered why there weren't more discoveries of ancient Roman weaponry. Below is a very interesting video on the find.

Thanks for reading. Other articles add these details: https://mashable.com/article/pompeii-snack-stand-thermopolium-discovery-photos/ http://www.sci-news.com/archaeology/pompeii-thermopolium-09193.html

https://mysticsciences.com/2018/04/29/an-exceptional-discovery-unearthed-child-at-pompei-ruins/ The pictures from the cited article are absolutely breathtaking. Thank you. guy also known as gaius

Another stunning find from the recently excavated Regio V in Pompeii: A street food stand from the recently excavated site in Pompeii: https://www.bbc.com/news/world-europe-55454717 Summary: This shop seems to have offered a wide diversity of food: chicken and duck (depicted on the frescoes), as well as pork, fish, snails, and beef (bone and other remnants). It will be interesting to see what other foods will be discovered after the site undergoes more thorough DNA analysis. guy also known as gaius

(Reverse is probably a Celtic horse facing right.) https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-9084609/Birdwatcher-stumbles-800-000-hoard-2-000-year-old-Celtic-gold-coins.html Summary: Not sure whose gold this was, but these Celtic gold coins are beautiful.