In Croatia, archaeologists have discovered a mass grave dating back to the third century CE that indicates another key to ...

When you think of ancient Egypt, you might imagine towering pyramids, majestic temples, and the noseless Great Sphinx of Giza ...

According to a new study published in Nature Ecology and Evolution, the species Epiatheracerium itjilik - also dubbed the ...

New research shows that the rise of Sumer was deeply tied to the tidal and sedimentary dynamics of ancient Mesopotamia. Early ...

The past has never been more visible. While ancient ruins crumble under the weight of time, weather, and human activity, a ...

On May 24, 1844, Samuel Morse sent the world’s first telegraph message, tapping out the biblical phrase “What hath God ...

A new 3-D model of a portable sundial found near Pompeii is helping researchers understand how to operate the "pork clock." ...

A team of archaeologists searching for Cleopatra’s tomb uncovered a sunken ancient port off the coast of Egypt, and they believe it may be linked to the iconic queen.

Rome once had a near-equal rival just 11 miles away in the early days of the empire. The ancient Roman city of Gabii may not ...

Some of the recent advances in the quest to catch a whiff of history are featured in the new book Scents of Arabia: ...

Sorghum may not be on your radar, but it’s been a dietary staple for centuries across Asia and Africa. New research shows ...

Mars’ north polar vortex locks its atmosphere in extreme cold and darkness, freezing out water vapor and triggering a ...