An ancient Egyptian buried inside a pot was a potter who was given an elite burial, and now he is giving researchers clues ...

In a startling development, archaeologists say these mysterious skeletons are the father and son of this legendary ruler.

Researchers sequenced ancient Egyptian DNA from a 4,500-year-old skeleton, revealing genetic links between early Egypt and ...

While reading scripture this week, I pondered our propensity to dehumanize those who suffer, actively through torture or passively through our indifference. Some stories are so familiar — rote and ...

New research challenges the long-held belief that the Arctic Ocean was covered by a massive ice shelf during ice ages.

Willits, California offers a refreshing escape from the frenetic pace of modern living, where stress melts away like morning fog under the California sun. The iconic Willits arch welcomes visitors ...

This is the story of the Temple of Olympian Zeus, an attraction of Athens that was once among the largest temples of the ...

Long before the Inka (commonly known as Inca in English) rose to power, a mysterious civilization bloomed on the edge of Lake ...

New research uncovers reversal of evolution in island plants. On the younger, volcanic islands of the Galápagos, wild tomato ...

In ancient Greek mythology, Gaia personifies Mother Earth. “Gaia Awakens” is the title of Michael Gray’s new novel, which ...

Avocado remains from El Gigante illustrate how ancient farmers domesticated crops to adapt to changing environments. The ...

Beijing has dramatically loosened its tourist visa policies, partly to boost the economy and partly to show it’s fun and ...