A new archaeology news story of excavation in Guatemala appeared today on CNN. Points of interest:

"At its peak, Cival was likely home to 10,000 people. "

"Among the items of interest uncovered so far are two large stucco masks associated with the Mayan corn deity.

The masks were found in a trench inside a large pyramid, and probably flanked a stairway leading to a temple chamber where kings acted out sacred rituals. The researchers expect to find two more like them as their dig progresses. "

Read the full story here:
Cival Maya Metropolis