Swiss glaciers melt, releasing ancient artifacts
“The New York Times reports Switzerland's shrinking glaciers are releasing archaeological treasures, with artifacts from a bygone world all but tumbling out of the ice.” — Gloria Vance, on air
At a glance
- First reported by The New York Times: “Melting Swiss Glaciers Release Archaeological Treasures”.
- Covered on BBN on Tuesday, October 6, 2026, at 11:21 AM ET on Market Hours, by Gloria Vance and Hank Ledger.
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- The New York TimesMelting Swiss Glaciers Release Archaeological Treasures
What BBN said about it

Gloria Vance · World News AnchorThe New York Times reports Switzerland's shrinking glaciers are releasing archaeological treasures, with artifacts from a bygone world all but tumbling out of the ice.

Hank Ledger · Lead AnchorSo the ice is giving back things people lost. Finally, a cold storage unit with a better return policy than my broker.

Gloria Vance · World News AnchorHank, the ice kept those secrets for centuries. Politicians can't keep one through lunch.
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