If, like me, you need a break from your work week, and your idea of a break is to learn about the mysteries of Ancient Egypt, well then...firstly, welcome to the club! And secondly the webinar below is for you. Join us! #Archaeology #AncientEgypt #Egyptology #DesertArchaeology

Dakhleh Oasis Project@egyptdop.bsky.social · 3mo ago

We're three days away from our next webinar, so there's plenty of time to register! The cult of Seth continued for a long time at Dakhleh, evolving to ever changing realities. What was it like in the Third Intermediate Period? Join us to find out. #Archaeology #AncientEgypt #Egyptology

We're three days away from our next webinar, so there's plenty of time to register! The cult of Seth continued for a long time at Dakhleh, evolving to ever changing realities. What was it like in the Third Intermediate Period? Join us to find out. #Archaeology #AncientEgypt #Egyptology

The DOP is back this year with a new webinar series, and it's starting strong with a lecture on one of Egypt's most complex historical periods, the Third Intermediate Period. Very much looking forward to moderating this webinar. Check out the posts below to secure your spot. #AncientEgypt

Dakhleh Oasis Project@egyptdop.bsky.social · 3mo ago

The DOP's 2026 Webinar Series is here! This series, "Dakhleh Oasis Archaeology: Studies across Egypt's Historical Periods" launches on Thursday with a great lecture by Richard Long on the Third Intermediate Period Temple of Seth. Register via the link below! #Archaeology #AncientEgypt #Egyptology

Great webinar coming up next week by the @egyptdop.bsky.social! Closing the year with a super interesting discussion, which I'm very much looking forward to moderating. Check out the details below, and book your place! #Archaeology #Egyptology #AncientEgypt #AncientSky

Dakhleh Oasis Project@egyptdop.bsky.social · 9mo ago

The last DOP Webinar of the year is here! Next week, Paul Kucera from the Qasr Dakhleh Project will deliver a lecture on “The Late Roman Military Deployments to the Western Desert”. You can book your place here: gogetfunding.com/dakhleh-oasi... #Archaeology #Egyptology #AncientEgypt #AncientSky

Question for the hive-mind: does anyone know where I can get my hands on "The Rash Adventurer: A Life of John Pendlebury" by Imogen Grundon? Earlier this year, I read Mary Chubb's "Nefertiti Lived Here" & now really want to read more about Pendlebury. #Egyptology #AncientEgypt #Archaeology #Books

Later I'll be moderating this great webinar on the Dakhleh Oasis in the Late Neolithic, particularly looking at the Sheikh Muftah Cultural Unit. You're all welcome to join! Book your place below. #Archaeology #Egyptology #Prehistory #Neolithic #AncientSky

Dakhleh Oasis Project@egyptdop.bsky.social · 10mo ago

One day left until our DOP webinar on Dakhleh Oasis in the Late Neolithic: the Sheikh Muftah Cultural Unit. Join us to learn about the ancient Sheikh Muftah people. You can still book your place here: gogetfunding.com/dakhleh-oasi... #Archaeology #Egyptology #Prehistory #Neolithic #AncientSky

Locality 136 near modern Teneida is one of the largest Sheikh Muftah settlements in Dakhleh. Stretching 1000+ years, it held hearths, a possible dwelling and 500+ stone tools. Join us next week to find out more: gogetfunding.com/dakhleh-oasi... #Archaeology #AncientEgypt #Prehistory #AncientSky

Another great DOP Webinar coming up, which I'm very much looking forward to moderating. If you're curious about the Sheikh Muftah culture, or even if you've never heard of them before, and want to find out more about these ancient peoples, join us! #Archaeology #Egyptology #Neolithic #AncientSky

Dakhleh Oasis Project@egyptdop.bsky.social · 11mo ago

Before Ancient Egyptians ruled the Western Desert, Dakhleh was inhabited by the Sheikh Muftah culture. Join us on 30th October, as Sarah M. Ricketts takes us on a journey to uncover their story. Register here: gogetfunding.com/dakhleh-oasi... #Archaeology #AncientEgypt #Neolithic #AncientSky

If you haven't yet, don't forget to book your spot at this great webinar, coming up this Thursday! Very much looking forward to moderating it and to what I'm certain will be a fascinating discussion. #Archaeology #History #HistorySky #WW1 #Egypt

Dakhleh Oasis Project@egyptdop.bsky.social · last yr.

Don't forget that next week we're discussing the Senussiyya in Dakhleh Oasis and the Egyptian Western Desert in 1916 with Olaf Kaper. Secure your spot below! 📅 12 June 🎟️ 3 EUR 🔗 gogetfunding.com/dakhleh-oasi... #Archaeology #History #HistorySky #WW1

More exciting New Kingdom discoveries coming out of Egypt! #AncientEgypt #Archaeology #Egyptology #AncientSky

Ticia Verveer@ticiaverveer.bsky.social · last yr.

Egypt unveiled three tombs in the Dra Abu al-Naga necropolis in Luxor. Egyptian archaeologists have discovered tombs dating back to the New Kingdom period (1550–1070 BC) and identified the names and titles of their owners through inscriptions found within

Visited the archaeological site of Carnuntum, just outside of Vienna, this weekend. The reconstructed city quarter is very well done! It really allows you to immerse yourself in Roman life. Strongly recommend a visit: www.carnuntum.at/en #Archaeology #RomanArchaeology #History #AncientBlueSky

Starting off the week by listening to the entire Epic: The Musical! For those who might not know about this phenomenon, it's a brilliant adaptation of Homer's Odyssey by Jorge Rivera-Herrans. Just check it out...it's amazing. #EpicTheMusical open.spotify.com/playlist/3sd...

EPIC: The Musical (The Full Official Concept Album)

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Eu não vou estar aqui com grandes análises políticas sobre os resultados de ontem. Apenas quero dizer o seguinte: o PSD e o PS já há muito tempo que andam a brincar com o fogo. O fogo está agora em 3o lugar, prácticamente empatado com o PS. #eleicoes2025

Saturday was the International Day Against Homophobia, Biphobia and Transphobia. Discrimination and hatred against LGBT people not only persists, but is on the rise in many places. Together, we have to guard and push back against the immorality of this hatred. #IDAHOBIT

Let's start the week on a positive: Austria won Eurovision! I'm particularly psyched because it was my favourite 😁 Here's the winning entry 🤩 #ESC #ESC2025 youtu.be/onOex2WXjbA?...

JJ – Wasted Love (LIVE) | Austria 🇦🇹 | Grand Final | Winner of Eurovision 2025

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So, my top 3 for the 2nd Semifinal: 🇦🇹 🇬🇷 🇱🇹! Special mention to 🇩🇰 🇷🇸 . #ESC #ESC2025

Time for the 2nd Eurovision Semifinal! 😁 Particularly looking forward to Austria's entry, which as of now is my favourite! #ESC #ESC2025

Some great articles to add to the reading list if, like me, you're interested in trade and connections in the ancient world. #Archaeology #Trade #AncientSky

Antiquity Journal@antiquity.ac.uk · last yr.

🏺 Explore the archaeology of Trade & Connections in the past in our new collection, with research such as: 🎵 How music connected Bronze Age cultures 🪨 Ireland's influence on British circular monuments 🇸🇻 Clay 'puppets' across Preclassic Central America & more! www.cambridge.org/core/journal...

You can now register below for the next @egyptdop.bsky.social webinar, which I'm excited to be moderating! #Archaeology #History #HistorySky #WW1

Dakhleh Oasis Project@egyptdop.bsky.social · last yr.

📢 Registration is now open for our next webinar! Join us as we discuss the Senussiyya in Dakhleh Oasis and the Egyptian Western Desert in 1916 with Olaf Kaper. 📅 12 June 🎟️ 3 EUR 🔗 gogetfunding.com/dakhleh-oasi... #Archaeology #History #HistorySky #WW1

A great song to start the day 😊 open.spotify.com/track/2HeLqR...

Through Heaven's Eyes

Brian Stokes Mitchell · The Prince Of Egypt (Music From The Original Motion Picture Soundtrack) · Song · 1998

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Eurovision Semifinal #1 top 3: 🇦🇱 🇳🇱 🇸🇪 Also, the hostess is hilarious! #ESC #ESC2025

If anyone asks why I watch Eurovision, my answer will now include Espresso Macchiato.

Eurovision time!!! 1st Semifinal, looking forward to it 😁

Another exciting webinar by the DOP coming up next month. Very much looking forward to moderating it. It'll be an fascinating break, and quite the time travel, from my Old Kingdom Egypt work 😊 Stay tuned below! #Archaeology #Egypt #HistorySky #WW1

Dakhleh Oasis Project@egyptdop.bsky.social · last yr.

📢 Save the Date! Last time we learned about prehistoric rock art, now join us on the 12th June as we fast forward in time and discuss the Senussiyya in Dakhleh in 1916 with Olaf Kaper. Stay tuned for more updates coming soon. #Archaeology #Egypt #HistorySky #WW1 #History

Habemus papam!

If you're looking for a good Egyptology book to read, I strongly recommend "Nefertiti Lived Here" by Mary Chubb. It's a great book. I wrote a short review, you can check it out here: archaeojorge.wordpress.com/2025/04/29/b... #AncientEgypt #Egyptology #Archaeology #AncientSky

Book Review: “Nefertiti Lived Here” by Mary Chubb

Nefertiti Lived Here. By Mary Chubb. London: Libri Publications Limited. ISBN: 9781901965018 One of the periods of Ancient Egyptian history that has most gripped the modern imagination is the Amarn…

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As mentioned yesterday, I've started a blog on Egyptology & Archaeology, where I'll be sharing some thoughts throughout my research journey. This link should now work for all browsers! Feel free to stop by and say hi 😊 #AncientEgypt #Archaeology #Egyptology #AncientSky archaeojorge.wordpress.com

Hi everyone, I'm launching a blog focused on Egyptology and Archaeology! I'll be using it as a platform to share some thoughts throughout my research journey. You're welcome to stop by and leave your thoughts 😊 #AncientEgypt #AncientSky #Archaeology #Egyptology www.archaeojorge.wordpress.com

Here is more information about the exciting new discovery at Saqqara of the tomb of Prince Waser-if-Re, son of King Userkaf, of the 5th Dynasty. #Egyptology #Archaeology #AncientEgypt #AncientSky

Lyn Green@wadjetweret.bsky.social · last yr.

Tomb of the son of of King Userkaf, first pharaoh of Dynasty V, discovered

An exciting Old Kingdom discovery in Saqqara! The tomb of 5th Dynasty prince Wesir-ef-Ra, evidence of Late Period reuse, statues of Pharaoh Djoser & his family. Fascinating material! Will share more soon. Meanwhile on Facebook: t.co/KxUuMwnNZp #Egyptology #Archaeology #AncientEgypt #AncientSky