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25/09/2026

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24/09/2026

A Pyramid Tomb, a Greek Poem and the Amduat: A Remarkable Discovery from Egypt's Dakhla Oasis

An Egyptian archaeological mission has uncovered a Roman-era pyramid-shaped tomb at Bir el-Shaghala, revealing an extraordinary combination of Egyptian, Greek and Roman funerary traditions.

The mud-brick tomb features a unique sandstone entrance decorated with hieroglyphic inscriptions and a rare scene representing the seventh hour of the Amduat, one of ancient Egypt's major Books of the Afterlife.

Archaeologists also discovered a stone stela carrying a 19-line funerary elegy written in ancient Greek for a man named Pesikhtis, who may have served as a judge, as well as an offering table, purification basin, pottery and a bronze coin of Emperor Constantine.

The discovery offers fascinating new evidence for how ancient Egyptian funerary traditions continued and evolved in Dakhla Oasis during the Roman period.

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Egyptian archaeologists uncover a mud-brick pyramid tomb at Bir el-Shaghala with a unique sandstone entrance, an Amduat scene and a 19-line funerary elegy

19/09/2026

Just in: A rare discovery in Egypt's Nile Delta.

Egyptian archaeologists at Tell el-Yahudiya have uncovered rock-cut tombs dating from the late New Kingdom and used into the Late Period, along with further remains of a Roman military camp built above them.

Rock-cut tombs are particularly unusual in the Delta because of its predominantly clay-rich soil, making the discovery important for understanding ancient burial traditions in the region.

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An Egyptian archaeological mission working at Tell el-Yahudiya in Qalyubia Governorate has uncovered a group of rare rock-cut tombs representing different

16/09/2026

New discovery from Egypt's western frontier

An Egyptian archaeological mission at Tell el-Abqain in Beheira governorate has uncovered remarkable new evidence of life inside a New Kingdom fortress.

The discoveries include a residential complex, grain stores with charred wheat, ovens, scarabs and amulets, royal inscriptions, and the intentional burial of a young horse believed to have been connected with military activity.

Among the most significant finds is part of a limestone stela bearing a hieratic text associated with King Merneptah, the first such discovery reported from excavations in the Beheira Antiquities Area.

The finds reveal that Egypt's frontier fortresses were not simply military outposts, but living communities where defense, religion, food production and everyday life existed side by side.

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07/09/2026

A remarkable new discovery at Saqqara!

A joint Spanish-Egyptian archaeological mission has uncovered a late Fifth Dynasty tomb dating to the reign of King Djedkare Isesi.

The mastaba contains two funerary chapels belonging to Yunmin and his father Iti, with beautifully preserved coloured reliefs depicting agricultural activities, offering processions and scenes of daily life.

The discovery offers new insights into ancient Egyptian administration, art and funerary traditions more than 4,000 years ago.

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A joint Spanish-Egyptian archaeological mission has uncovered a tomb dating to the late Fifth Dynasty at Saqqara, providing new evidence on the senior

30/08/2026

NEW DISCOVERY AT ANCIENT MEMPHIS 🇪🇬🇨🇳

An Egyptian-Chinese archaeological mission has uncovered the remains of a residential complex, a possible w**e press and a remarkable collection of artefacts near the Temple of Sekhmet at Mit Rahina, ancient Memphis.

The limestone installation, discovered east of the temple, contained grape seeds and is believed to have been associated with w**e production.

Excavations also revealed statue fragments, pottery, faience amulets, terracotta figurines, ostraca and votive stelae, with many finds dating to the New Kingdom and the reign of Ramesses II.

The discoveries are providing new evidence for how this part of Memphis changed from a major religious landscape into an area of continued settlement and everyday life.

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Excavations near the Temple of Sekhmet at Mit Rahina have revealed mud-brick residential structures, a limestone installation believed to have been used for

29/08/2026

Old Kingdom Tomb and Sealed Stone Sarcophagi Discovered at Sakkara

An Egyptian archaeological mission has uncovered the Old Kingdom tomb of Sekhentyu-Ptah at the Bubasteion necropolis in Saqqara, with its false door still in its original position.

The excavations also revealed an interconnected system of burial shafts containing human burials, colourful funerary cartonnage, more than 100 faience ushabtis, and three stone sarcophagi found still sealed.

Hieroglyphic inscriptions reveal that Sekhentyu-Ptah held several important positions within the Old Kingdom administration, including Royal Chamberlain, Overseer of All the King's Works and Overseer of Royal Documents.

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Egyptian archaeological mission uncovers the tomb of Sekhentyu-Ptah, an interconnected system of burial shafts, more than 100 faience ushabtis and three

11/08/2026

Mamluk-era caravanserai has been uncovered along Egypt’s historic pilgrimage route in North Sinai.

Discovered at the lost city of Asila, the remains, pottery and oil lamps offer new evidence of the network that once served pilgrims, merchants and travellers crossing Sinai between Egypt, the Levant and the Arabian Peninsula.

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An Egyptian archaeological mission has uncovered the remains of an ancient building at the lost city of Asila in North Sinai, believed to have been a roadside

30/07/2026

New discoveries from Tell El-Deir are reshaping our understanding of ancient burial practices in Egypt's Nile Delta.

An Egyptian archaeological mission has uncovered rare tomb headstones, clay coffins, funerary amulets, and ritual objects, confirming the site as a major ancient funerary center.

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13/07/2026

Upcoming Public Lecture in Sydney

Luxor Times is excited to share that our founder and managing editor, Mena Melad, will be presenting a public lecture at the Chau Chak Wing Museum, University of Sydney.

Who Speaks for Egypt?
Colonialism of the mind and Egypt’s ongoing struggle to reclaim its voice in history.

For generations, Egypt’s story has often been told through foreign perspectives. But how did this happen and what does it mean today?

This talk explores who has shaped the narrative of ancient Egypt and why it matters. Drawing on research, archival sources, and experience across archaeology, museums, media, and cultural heritage, Mena will examine how interpretations of Egypt’s past are evolving, and how Egyptian voices are increasingly reclaiming their place in telling that story.

The talk also looks beyond excavation, exploring how museums, education, journalism, and public media have influenced how Egypt is understood both locally and globally.

Event Details
📅 Thursday, 16 July
🕕 6:00–7:00 pm
📍 Chau Chak Wing Museum, University of Sydney

Join us for what promises to be a thought-provoking and timely discussion.

Further information and bookings:
University of Sydney event page

https://www.sydney.edu.au/museum/whats-on/talks-and-events/who-speaks-for-egypt.html

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