Greek sources portrayed the Achaemenid kings, as indulgent and ruthless—all but Cyrus II. Why was this enemy ruler the only ...

Cuneiform, the oldest identified writing system, defied deciphering – until 1857. What happened then makes a terrific read, ...

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"The entire family, all senior roles, are more focused on the best interests of the monarchy’s stability and continuity, hence all being content with the gradual transition rather than any ...

First Ancient Genomes from the Green Sahara Deciphered Apr. 2, 2025 — An international team has sequenced the first ancient genomes from the so-called Green Sahara, a period when the largest ...

The British royals are well-known for their charity work and public support of numerous causes, with members of the monarchy often making appearances both around the UK and internationally.

Charles, 76, and Camilla, 77, were all smiles as they attended Crathie Kirk, near Balmoral and waved at wellwishers. The pair, who celebrated two decades of marriage on Wednesday, will be ...

Bob challenges the conventional wisdom around Triffin’s dilemma, arguing that persistent U.S. trade deficits aren’t necessary for dollar dominance—and that Ron Paul had it right all along.