The discovery sheds some light on a "lost" dynasty of pharaohs who ruled during a little-understood time in ancient Egypt's ...

The ancient Greek roots of the cross symbol, its significance in cosmology, religion, and philosophy, long before ...

From prehistoric paths dating back to the Neolithic period to walking routes used by Buddhist monks and tea merchants, these trails offer much more than a scenic walk in nature.

Passover, which begins on the evening preceding the fifteenth day of the Hebrew month of Nissan, this year April 12, is the ...

A rare total solar eclipse that darkened the skies of ancient Egypt in 2471 B.C. may have played a role in a remarkable ...

Archaeologists have uncovered hidden remains under Egyptian pyramids, challenging long-held beliefs about burial traditions ...

An ancient blue pigment as seen during the analysis. Photo from the Archaeological Park of Pompeii The main pigments used to create so many hues were Egyptian blue and red lead, the study said.

Archaeologists excavating the historic Rusovce Mansion found an ancient Roman water pipe, a first-of-its-kind find for Slovakia, photos show. Photo from the University of Trnava Digging into the ...

AT a meeting of the Royal Anthropological Institute held on February 20, Mr. P. E. Newberry presented a paper on “The Sed Festival of Ancient Egypt.” This was perhaps the most ancient of all ...

Thanks to the festivities that surround St. Patrick’s Day, the saint behind the celebrations is one of the most recognizable in the world. Still, a number of misconceptions about his life remain. To ...

Tariff fears underline importance of passing down syrup traditions during Maple Weekend ... Discovered the Iconic Bust of Nefertiti in an Ancient Egyptian Sculptor’s Studio.

St. Patrick’s Day in America and Beyond The modern festive traditions of St. Patrick’s Day largely originated in the United States. In the 18th and 19th centuries, Irish immigrants brought their ...