'Extraordinary' sarcophagus discovered in Israel shows carving of Dionysus beating Hercules in a drinking contest

Archaeologists in Israel just hit the jackpot—a stunning Roman-era sarcophagus carved with a scene of the wine god Dionysus out-drinking the legendary Hercules. It’s not every day you find a sarcophagus with such a playful (and boozy) mythological showdown, making this discovery a rare glimpse into ancient humor and artistry.