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Irish Daily Mirror
04-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Irish Daily Mirror
Holy Grail 'found' in 'awesome' discovery just like Indiana Jones
Archaeologists believe they've stumbled upon the Holy Grail of Jesus beneath the Jordanian Treasury, the same stunning building that doubled as a temple in "Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade," marking an "awesome" moment of discovery. The scene at Al Khazneh in Petra, Jordan – famed as the Treasury and the Temple of the Sun in the Harrison Ford-starring flick – turned into a real-life echo of the movie's plot when archaeologists uncovered a previously unknown tomb. This remarkable discovery unearthed 12 skeletons and a treasure trove of artefacts, including a chalice that bears resemblance to the legendary Holy Grail, as reported by The Daily Mail. The find is reminiscent of the storyline from Indiana Jones and The Last Crusade, where the film's protagonist uncovers similar awe-inspiring relics in the 1989 hit, which also featured Sean Connery. Dr Pearce Paul Creasman from the American Center of Research (ACOR) and telly explorer Josh Gates of The Discovery Channel were the brains behind this sensational find, reports the Mirror US. It's thought that this could cast new light on the Nabataeans – the advanced Arab civilisation responsible for creating this architectural wonder. Gates was barely able to contain his thrill during an episode of The Discovery Channel's 'Expedition Unknown,' labelling it a "hugely rare discovery" right in front of one of the globe's most iconic facades. He said: "Even in front of one of the most famous buildings in the are still huge discoveries to be made." The Jordanian officials granted the American Center of Oriental Research (ACOR) permission to excavate beneath the Treasury in Petra, aiming to uncover any previously unknown chambers. These excavations in August last year were captured on camera by the 'Expedition Unknown' team and unearthed tombs containing 12 complete skeletons along with a treasure trove of intact bronze, iron and ceramic artefacts. Due to fluctuating levels of humidity and flooding, some of the skeletons were found with mould upon them. Amongst the finds was a ceramic chalice that remarkably echoes the depiction of the Holy Grail, leading Gates to say: "It really was this awesome moment of history imitating art." Back in 2003, other explorers found two tombs with skeletal remains under the left side of Al-Khazneh, sparking Dr. Creasman and his colleagues to think there could be more secret tombs lying in wait. With the aid of ground-penetrating radar technology, which sends out pulses of electromagnetic waves, they picked up indications of possible underground cavities flanking Al-Khazneh on both sides. The Holy Grail is intertwined with numerous legends, myths, and movies but its ancient origins trace back to the narrative of Jesus' Last Supper – specifically the cup used to share Christ's blood. In many tales, consuming from the Holy Grail or Chalice is believed to bestow immortality. Apart from Christian traditions and the scriptural tale, the Chalice has risen to a cultural zenith, its iterations widespread across an array of blockbuster cinema. This was initiated in Arthurian legends where the Holy Grail was frequently portrayed as a magical object with divine powers.
Yahoo
22-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
You Need To Watch This Resurfaced Clip Of Harrison Ford Being Told He's 'Still Very Hot' In His 80s, Because…Where's The Lie?
Anyone with good taste knows that Harrison Ford is one of the coolest, funniest, most iconic, and stylish people to have ever graced Hollywood. I mean, look at the material. Well, yes! There's a reason that today's stars are always trying — and failing (sorry) — to recreate the magic of this photograph from 1982. Here's where you can find Paul Mescal and Pedro Pascal's recent takes on the pic and judge for yourself. OK, now that I've had a good excuse to go through the Harrison Ford Getty archive, I must bring your attention to this clip from the 2023 Cannes Film Festival that is currently going viral. Related: 13 Celebs Who Opened Up Publicly About Their Sobriety For context, Harrison was at the festival in 2023 for the premiere of Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny, the latest installment in the beloved franchise in which, for over 40 years, he's played a hot, fedora-wearing archaeologist. I'm sure you're familiar. In the newest movie, there is a scene in which Harrison takes off his shirt. And during the Cannes press conference in 2023, one rather outspoken reporter made a point of sharing how much she enjoyed it. In the clip, which was recently reposted on X and has over 1.4 million views, the reporter can be heard telling Harrison: 'Look, I still think you're very hot,' prompting the actor to lean forward in intrigue. 'We were stunned to see you take your shirt off in the second scene, it's just— you've still got it,' she added. 'How do you keep fit?' Related: 9 Celebrities Who Have Endorsed Donald Trump In The Past Month Now, if you know anything about Harrison Ford, you'll know that — despite having a great sense of humor — it's notoriously difficult to break his grumpy old man facade. But, as this clip shows, being described as 'very hot' at 80 years old certainly appeared to catch him off guard. Fumbling his words as he played up to the jeering crowd, Harrison replied: 'Look, I've been blessed with this body. Thanks for noticing.' Honestly, the comedic timing? Impeccable. The resurfacing of this clip has brought me so much joy, and it seems like I'm not the only one. Truly one of the greatest to ever do it. You can watch the full clip here. Twitter: @TheMonologist More on this Harrison Ford Was De-Aged For The New "Indiana Jones" Movie, And He Defended Them Doing It For The Sake Of The StoryBrian Galindo · May 19, 2023 Harrison Ford Gave An Impressively Curmudgeonly Response To Being Asked About His Upcoming Marvel DebutNatasha Jokic · Aug. 5, 2024 The 'Blade Runner' Financiers Apparently Had No Idea Who Harrison Ford Was, Even After 'Star Wars' Came OutZiya Jaffrey · Jan. 16, 2025 Also in Celebrity: 19 Celebrities Who Are Way Smarter Than You Thought They Were — Like, One Is A Neuroscientist Also in Celebrity: Cassie Finally Broke Her Silence After Kanye West Decided To Publicly Support Diddy, And Her Response Is Exactly What Everyone Has Been Saying Also in Celebrity: 23 Celebrity Couples Who Revealed Intimate Details About Their Lives That Literally No One Asked For
Buzz Feed
22-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Buzz Feed
Harrison Ford's Reaction To Being Called Hot At 80
Anyone with good taste knows that Harrison Ford is one of the coolest, funniest, most iconic, and stylish people to have ever graced Hollywood. I mean, look at the material. Well, yes! There's a reason that today's stars are always trying — and failing (sorry) — to recreate the magic of this photograph from 1982. Here's where you can find Paul Mescal and Pedro Pascal's recent takes on the pic and judge for yourself. OK, now that I've had a good excuse to go through the Harrison Ford Getty archive, I must bring your attention to this clip from the 2023 Cannes Film Festival that is currently going viral. For context, Harrison was at the festival in 2023 for the premiere of Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny, the latest installment in the beloved franchise in which, for over 40 years, he's played a hot, fedora-wearing archaeologist. I'm sure you're familiar. In the newest movie, there is a scene in which Harrison takes off his shirt. And during the Cannes press conference in 2023, one rather outspoken reporter made a point of sharing how much she enjoyed it. In the clip, which was recently reposted on X and has over 1.4 million views, the reporter can be heard telling Harrison: 'Look, I still think you're very hot,' prompting the actor to lean forward in intrigue. 'We were stunned to see you take your shirt off in the second scene, it's just— you've still got it,' she added. 'How do you keep fit?' Now, if you know anything about Harrison Ford, you'll know that — despite having a great sense of humor — it's notoriously difficult to break his grumpy old man facade. But, as this clip shows, being described as 'very hot' at 80 years old certainly appeared to catch him off guard. Fumbling his words as he played up to the jeering crowd, Harrison replied: 'Look, I've been blessed with this body. Thanks for noticing.' Honestly, the comedic timing? Impeccable. The resurfacing of this clip has brought me so much joy, and it seems like I'm not the only one.
