Archaeology

Lifestyle 4 days ago

American Culture Quiz: Test yourself on frozen firsts, Santa scholars and constitutional achievements

The American Culture Quiz is a weekly test of our unique national traits, trends, history and people. This time, test your knowledge of constitutional milestones, Santa scholars and more.

Opinion 5 days ago

Notre Dame rises from the ashes as a symbol of hope

The fire that devastated the glorious Notre Dame Cathedral wasn't an ending. It was a new beginning. Now, world leaders flock to France to see the doors open to the public once more.

Digging History 6 days ago

Metal detectorist uncovers fragment of Viking sword in the Netherlands

A 10th-century Viking sword fragment was discovered by a metal detectorist scouring a field in the Netherlands. Further research is being done to find out more about the ancient item.

Culture December 5

'Muhammad' becomes most popular baby name in England: Report

New census data from the UK's Office for National Statistics reveals that "Muhammad" has become the most popular name for baby boys in England and Wales in recent years.

World December 5

12-year-old girl finds ancient Egyptian amulet in Israel

An ordinary family trip turned extraordinary when a 12-year-old girl found what turned out to be an ancient Egyptian amulet dating back 3,500 years.

Digging History December 4

Archaeologists in Denmark discover over 100 weapons from the Iron Age during excavations

Archaeologists in Denmark unearthed what they've suggested is a sacrifice of weapons. The weapons likely belonged to a powerful chieftain thousands of years ago.

Travel December 3

480-year-old firearm discovered in Arizona described by researchers as the 'oldest' found in the US

A bronze cannon, also known as a wall gun, discovered in Arizona is one that researchers believe to be the "oldest firearm ever found within the continental USA."

Presidential December 1

Massive Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library to open in North Dakota Badlands

The Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library Foundation plans to open a massive state-of-the-art presidential library built on over 90 acres in the North Dakota Badlands.

Archaeology November 30

9-year-old boy finds 60,000-year-old axe at Shoreham Beach in England

A young boy's finding is now on display at the Worthing Museum in England. His accidental discovery turned out to be an ancient axe dating back around 60,000 years.

Tech November 29

Siberia's 'Gateway to Hell' crater fuels new fears

Tech expert Kurt “CyberGuy" Knutsson says the Batagaika crater in Siberia expands 35 million cubic feet yearly due to thawing.