They fought the Egyptians, sacked Babylon, and built elaborate cities. Then the Hittites vanished. Today, new discoveries are ...

Discover 5 amazing animals that shaped and lived alongside ancient civilizations. Each played a unique role in shaping early societies.

The "Eye of Horus," a depiction of a single stylized eye looking straight ahead, is found throughout ancient Egypt. The ...

A mapping expedition in the Tlayócoc cave in Mexico led a professional cave explorer to a hidden chamber containing shocking evidence of an extinct civilization.

When we think of modern innovations, we often picture digital devices, advanced medicine, or sleek engineering. But what if many of the ideas we call “modern” were already in use thousands of years ...

The boar's tusk helmet, unearthed from a tomb near Pylos, Greece, offers a fascinating glimpse into warrior culture dating back to 1500 BC.

Found in a 7,000-year-old Nubian tomb, this engraved ostrich egg has puzzled archaeologists and history fans alike. Its ...

Legends of Crete with 172 ancient artifacts originating from the Heraklion Archaeological Museum in Greece and 13 from the ...

In September, the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) said it was concerned about the ...

The symbol was popular in Ancient Egyptian culture and was found at a site known for its archaeological significance.

Sudan National Museum has suffered immense damage and theft during the country's two-year war. Many valuable artifacts, some dating back to ancient civilizations, have been looted. The museum is a ...