Weekend Roundup, Part 3

Archaeologists uncovered a complete bath complex that was used for centuries in Port Said. Archaeologists are planning to restore the ceremonial gateway to the ancient city of Parseh (Persepolis). “The concept of zero began with Sumerian accountants, who first used a blank space to denote an absence in records.” Now online: “New Insights on Nimrud,” hosted by The British Institute for the Study of Iraq, with talks by: John MacGinnis: Recent Work at Nimrud Nigel Tallis: Publishing the Nimrud Bowls Dirk Wicke: Ivories from the Burnt Palace The British Institute for the Study of Iraq honored Gertrude Bell who died one hundred years ago in Baghdad. The 2016 movie about her life, “Letters from Baghdad,” is available for rent on several platforms. Polis is offering an online course in the Eblaite language. “The French archaeological mission in Libya has concluded its 2026 field season, presenting the key results of its work, which included significant archaeological discoveries and studies at the sites of Apollonia, Lathron, and Leptis Magna.” “A 1,500-year-old Madaba map of the Holy Land will reach a new generation through virtual reality (VR), interactive displays and traveling exhibit...