Ancient sources describe the legendary Arabian city of Gehrra as unmatched in wealth and importance. Located in the northeastern part of the Arabian Peninsula, the city attained mythical status in the ...

The dry deserts of north-eastern Saudi Arabia were once wet enough to host vibrant communities of animals – and researchers have just found evidence that ancient hominins lived there too. “This paper ...

As archeologists in Saudi Arabia excavated an ancient tomb last year, they were surprised to find the remains of a dog buried alongside humans some 6,000 years ago. "It was an incredibly exhilarating ...

Situated between Africa and Eurasia, the Arabian Peninsula is an important yet understudied region for understanding human evolution across the continents. Recent research highlighting the role of the ...

The study of ancient Arabian archaeology reveals a dynamic tapestry of cultural exchange that has shaped the region’s history over millennia. Recent investigations have illuminated the technological ...

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A new paper, still in pre-print, unveils the discovery of seven mummified, 4,000-year-old cheetahs in a Saudi Arabian cave. Ancient cultures like the Egyptians sometimes mummified cheetahs, but these ...

Ray Tobler receives funding from Australian Research Council. Shane T Grey receives funding from NHMRC, ARC, MRFF, JDRF and NIH. Yassine Souilmi is supported by funding from the ARC and NHMRC. Most ...

As archeologists in Saudi Arabia excavated an ancient tomb last year, they were surprised to find what's believed to be the earliest example of... Man's Ancient Friend: 6,000-Year-Old Dog Remains ...