In 2024, Swedish builders digging a tunnel spotted weathered timber in the clay and found six shipwrecks hidden for centuries |

Construction workers in Varberg, Sweden, unearthed a fleet of six remarkably preserved medieval ships buried in clay. Dating back to the 14th century, these vessels, including a Hanseatic cog, offer a rare glimpse into ancient trade routes and daily life At times, the most astounding discoveries are not made through great expeditions or adventurous expeditions…

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Realty sector gets $1.6 bn institutional inflows in Jan-Mar; down 52% from previous quarter

Institutional investments in India’s real estate sector stood at $1.6 billion during January-March 2026, rising 26 per cent year-on-year but falling sharply 52 per cent from the previous quarter amid the Middle East conflict.Investments had totalled $1.27 billion in January-March 2025 and $3.35 billion in the October-December quarter of last year, according to Cushman &…

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In 2024, school builders struck red clay and unearthed a medieval ‘factory’ hidden beneath the playground |

Construction workers at Sutton Lower School unearthed a remarkably preserved medieval brick and tile kiln in late 2024. This significant find, dating back to the 1400s, offers a glimpse into local industry and architecture. Image Credits: Albion Archaeology/Central Bedfordshire Council The history always lies silently below the surface, and the Sutton Lower School is no…

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