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Travel 8 hours ago

Scientists solve centuries-old mystery of how Easter Island's massive Moai statues got there

Scientists recently confirmed Rapa Nui legends about Moai heads "walking" to their locations, using 3D modeling to prove vertical transport methods on Easter Island.

Archaeology 14 hours ago

New Orleans couple digs up ancient Roman artifact in backyard, sets off worldwide mystery

A New Orleans couple unearthed a 2,000-year-old Roman marble tablet in their garden, leading the FBI and history experts to solve a decades-old mystery from Italy.

Faith & Values 18 hours ago

Extraordinary 1,200-year-old bread bearing Jesus Christ's image unearthed by archaeologists

Archaeologists recently discovered an extraordinary 1,200-year-old loaf of bread bearing the image of Jesus Christ at the Topraktepe archaeological site in Turkey.

Food-Drink 1 day ago

The most iconic dive bars in America: Are any in your state?

Dive bars across America offer unpretentious atmospheres with cheap drinks, salty bartenders and genuine conversations at historic establishments.

Travel 2 days ago

Egyptian officials scramble to recover ancient painting stolen from 'cursed' tomb amid recent thefts

An ancient limestone relief depicting Egyptian seasons was stolen from a 2,300 B.C. tomb at Saqqara near Cairo, adding to recent artifact theft cases in Egypt.

Archaeology 3 days ago

Once-in-a-century treasures dating back 4,500 years unearthed in legendary city

Turkish archaeologists discovered a golden brooch and rare jade stone in Troy's 2,500 B.C. settlement layer, providing new insights into the ancient city's pre-Greek civilization.

History 5 days ago

Couple stunned as Tudor-era treasure surfaces beneath their backyard garden

A British family found 70 gold coins worth $308,000 in their Hampshire backyard, with the treasure set to auction in Zurich, Switzerland, on Nov. 5, 2025.

Travel October 12

Popular travel destination to charge 'tourist tax' upwards of $65 per night

Japan's ancient capital Kyoto implements massive tourism tax increases starting March 2026 to manage crowds and preserve cultural sites amid overtourism crisis.

Archaeology October 11

Lost royal palace destroyed in bloody invasion resurfaces in river, archaeologists say

Archaeologists in Poland's Vistula River have found artifacts from the 17th-century Villa Regia royal palace, including marble pieces topping 440 pounds.

Archaeology October 10

Faces of ancient mummies, hidden for centuries, finally revealed through digital reconstructions

Researchers at Liverpool John Moores University in the U.K. digitally removed face masks from ancient Colombian mummies dating from the 13th to 18th centuries.

Archaeology October 7

Shoppers at popular marketplace walked over 'vile' dungeon as archaeologists cite 'remarkable' finds

Archaeologists in Leicester uncovered 2,000 years of history beneath a marketplace, including a Roman infant grave and the remains of a 16th-century dungeon once called "vile."

History October 6

Mystery solved? Researcher challenges long-held theory of what sank Shackleton's Endurance in Antarctic ice

A Finnish professor's recent research shows Sir Ernest Shackleton's legendary ship Endurance was poorly designed for Antarctic conditions, despite its indestructible reputation.

Travel October 6

Tourism safety fears rise after museum thief steals pharaoh's priceless bracelet: 4 things to know

Security experts share essential safety tips for Egypt tourists following recent museum theft, warning of pickpocketing, scams and aggressive vendors in Cairo.

Archaeology October 3

Treasure trove of priceless Celtic gold and silver coins unearthed at 'secret' European site

Archaeologists found rare Celtic coins and artifacts at an Iron Age site in western Bohemia, including previously unknown coin types that could reshape historical understanding.

Museums Exhibits October 1

Museum's ancient bracelet theft joins list of other priceless artifacts stolen and destroyed worldwide

A priceless bracelet belonging to Pharaoh Usermaatre Amenemope was recently stolen from Cairo's Egyptian Museum and melted down by thieves for $4,000, echoing similar thefts over time.

Archaeology September 30

Forgotten medieval kingdom's grand castle emerges after decades of research in Scotland

Archaeologists announced the discovery of a medieval castle on Islay island in Scotland that served as a power seat for the Lordship of the Isles kingdom.

Archaeology September 29

‘Ghost ship’ lost since 1886 discovered in Lake Michigan by researchers who 'had to pinch each other'

Researchers discovered the F.J. King, a schooner that sank in Lake Michigan 140 years ago, ending decades of searches for the elusive ghost ship.

VIDEO September 28

Wisconsin researchers find ghost ship lost in Lake Michigan for 140 years

Researchers discovered the F.J. King, a schooner that sank in Lake Michigan 140 years ago, ending decades of searches for the elusive ghost ship. The Wisconsin Historical Society announced the find.

Ancient Egypt September 26

Archaeologists find ancient harbor swallowed by the sea near Cleopatra's temple

Archaeologists in Egypt found a hidden harbor at the Temple of Taposiris Magna, a site tied to Cleopatra. Inside, they found ancient anchors and amphorae dating to the Ptolemaic period.

Archaeology September 25

Archaeologists unearth ancient workshop 'rich with secrets' in Egyptian region tied to Moses, Exodus

Archaeologists recently discovered an ancient copper smelting workshop in Egypt's Sinai region, the biblical land connected to Moses and the Book of Exodus.

Archaeology September 21

Missouri archaeologists hunt for ancient civilization in the Amazon: 'Chasing big goals'

Missouri State University archaeologists Daniel Pierce and Christopher Bodine are heading to Brazil to study ancient Amazonian geoglyphs that may reveal an unknown civilization.

Archaeology September 19

Hobbyists searching for rockets accidentally unearth 'incredible' ancient treasures buried deep underground

Polish metal detecting group Denar Kalisz discovered medieval coin-filled pots and a 222-gram Roman gold necklace during their summer treasure hunting expedition.

Travel September 18

Nearly 1,000 tourists trapped near Machu Picchu as protests shut down train services

Protests over bus company contract disputes in Peru left some 900 tourists stranded near Machu Picchu, prompting U.S. Embassy warnings and evacuation efforts.

Ancient Rome September 18

Divers uncover 'extraordinary' military treasure tied to legendary Roman battle

An ancient Roman bronze helmet from 241 B.C. was discovered in extraordinary condition near Italy's Aegates Islands, where the First Punic War battle took place.

Archaeology September 16

Treasures in Italy, including 2,300-year-old tomb, unearthed during sewer installation

Sewer workers in Italy discovered a 2,300-year-old Messapian tomb from the 4th century B.C. in Manduria, containing ceramic artifacts and showing signs of ancient looting.

Archaeology September 15

Ancient estate tied to group in the Bible unearthed with 'fascinating' treasures in Israel

Archaeologists in Israel recently uncovered an "impressive" 1,600-year-old Samaritan estate in Kafr Qasim, featuring a magnificent mosaic floor and olive press.

Travel September 14

Archaeologists make 'significant' discovery near biblical pool where Jesus healed a blind man

Archaeologists discovered a nearly 2,800-year-old dam near Jerusalem's Pool of Siloam, the biblical site where Jesus healed a blind man as noted in the Gospel of John.

Archaeology September 12

Archaeologists discover rare Christian artifact on remote island amid luxury resorts

Archaeologists recently uncovered a rare Christian cross at Sir Bani Yas Island in Abu Dhabi, linked to a monastery built between the 7th and 8th centuries.

History September 11

Archaeologists stunned by rare medieval shoes and bags hiding under capital city

Norwegian researchers unearthed thousands of well-preserved leather objects from the 13th-15th centuries in Oslo's Bjørvika district, revealing insight into medieval fashion.

Archaeology September 10

2,000-year-old Roman hall plus Christian symbols unearthed in biblical city from Book of Revelation

Recent excavations in the Turkish ruins of Laodicea reveal unique pentagonal Roman council hall with Christian etchings. The hall dates back some 2,000 years.