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.