UNCOVERED: Alexandria | History Defined

Archaeologists discovered the first known bronze ring-signet beneath the sea

Archaeologists uncovered a significant bronze ring-signet illustrating the Lighthouse of Alexandria during underwater excavations. These findings occurred at the submerged Royal Island of Antirhodos, which was part of Alexandria's Royal Quarters. Egypt’s Minister of Tourism and Antiquities, Sherif Fathy, visited the archaeological team to witness the discoveries firsthand. The ring-signet…

The Times of India · Oct 15

17-year-old Virginia student builds safer walking app; 14 schools pilot it

For most students, getting home from school is a routine journey. For Daniil Prokofev, an eight-mile run home turned into something far more consequential. A route generated by Google Maps sent the 17-year-old along a stretch of Braddock Road without sidewalks, forcing him close to traffic and through shrubbery as…

The Times of India · Oct 14

Indian filmmaker Arfat Sheikh released from ICE detention after two weeks, DHS says he overstayed his visa

An award-winning Indian filmmaker from Kashmir Arfat Sheikh was released from US Immigration and Customs Enforcement detention on bond Thursday weeks after his detention on September 24, his family and friends said. They have been campaigning for his release from what they called an illegal detention when Sheikh was coming…

The Times of India · Oct 9

Former Rep. Charles Hatcher dies at age 87

Former Rep. Charles Hatcher, who championed Georgia’s peanut industry for over a decade until losing his seat in House in 1992, has died at the age of 87. The Georgia Democrat died Tuesday in Alexandria, Va., according to local news reports. The cause of death was not specified. “Georgia lost…

Roll Call · Sep 3

In 1830, a Virginia brickmaker reportedly built a house in an alley to stop wagons from scraping his wall, creating a home just 7.5 feet wide

In 1830, John Hollensbury transformed a narrow alley in Alexandria, Virginia into an innovative living space. This house, designed to combat alley nuisances, has intrigued historians who argue that its construction served practical purposes alongside personal motivations. The structure's unique design highlights the integration of unconventional urban spaces into existing…

The Times of India · Aug 19

Heritage Foundation exec arrested on drug possession charge after accidentally bringing pistol ammo into Senate office building

Chris Wingate, 45, of Alexandria, Virginia, was stopped after an X-ray screening revealed pistol magazine, affadavit says

The Independent UK · Jul 26

Over 2,000 years ago Eratosthenes, the ancient Greek scholar, measured the Earth's circumference with just a stick, sunlight and simple math

Ancient Greek scholar Eratosthenes calculated Earth's circumference using sunlight and geometry. He observed shadows in Syene and Alexandria to determine the planet's size. His experiment revealed the Earth was not flat, which was a significant discovery. Eratosthenes' calculation of 252,000 stadia closely matched modern measurements. This achievement demonstrates how curiosity…

The Economic Times · Jul 22

A new ICE facility in US could speed up deportations for families and kids

The Trump administration is establishing a new 528-bed facility in Alexandria, Louisiana, to expedite migrant deportations. This "staging area" aims to streamline the process for families and unaccompanied children near a major deportation flight hub. While ICE labels it a temporary holding center, advocates fear prolonged stays and lack of…

The Economic Times · Jul 6

Lost for 700 years, one of the Seven Wonders is emerging from the sea again as 22 giant blocks help solve a 2,000-year-old mystery

A significant discovery is bringing the legendary Lighthouse of Alexandria back to light. Archaeologists have recovered 22 massive stone blocks from its submerged ruins, a crucial step in a project aiming to digitally reconstruct this ancient wonder. These recovered pieces, some weighing up to 88 tons, will be scanned and…

The Economic Times · Jun 23

Archaeologists found a spiral catacomb beneath Alexandria, and it changed how they understood burial in Roman Egypt

Below the vibrant city of Alexandria, the enigmatic Catacombs of Kom el Shoqafa unfold, revealing a fascinating tapestry of Egyptian, Greek, and Roman heritage. This ancient necropolis serves as a vital key to unlocking the mysteries of life and mortality during Roman Egypt, illustrating a harmonious blend of diverse civilizations…

The Economic Times · Jun 17