Protesters Against Israel Fail Key History Test
There are hundreds of thousands of Jewish immigrants to Israel from the Middle East and North Africa known as Mizrahi, and their history is being erased from the popular narrative about Israel.
Scientists reveal new facts about the death of Beethoven
Harvard Medical School researchers say the long-standing theory that the German composer died of lead poisoning is not true.
Scientists reveal how to spot toxic "poison books"
Four arsenic books have been quarantined from the French National Library, but they're in the U.S. too.
Archaeologists discover "unique" artificial body part in 18th century skull
The "unusual" object was made with great craftsmanship and would likely have significantly improved the patient's quality of life.
WWII "Great Escape" pilot's lost Spitfire set to fly again after 83 years
The aircraft shot down by German planes in 1942 was piloted by an airman who took part in a famous POW camp breakout.
"Excalibur" sword found upright in ground revealed to be one-of-a-kind
Researchers say the 18-inch iron sword, named in reference to the Arthurian legend, is thought to be more than 1,000 years old.
Centuries-old human remains found that reveal violent past of border region
The bones show evidence of multiple traumatic injuries—and some even appear to have been gnawed by wolves or dogs.
Past "that seemed lost forever" revealed as 200-year-old photos revived
Researchers have developed a technique that can retrieve images hidden in degraded daguerreotypes—an early form of photography.
America's Empire Is Still Strong
The United States of America is an empire of might and of influence. There has never been anything like it for scale and global impact, even if history has yet to render its verdict on America's endurance.
"Bizarre" finding changes the way we think about human evolution
"This is almost unparalleled in evolutionary science," the researchers said.
"Viking" combs revealed amid "extraordinary" set of medieval finds
The unique collection features more than 1,300 bone and antler objects that were found during excavations in a single town.
Archaeologists solve mystery of medieval silver coins
A team of experts analyzed coins minted between A.D. 660 and 820, casting new light on the economies of medieval Europe.
Shipwreck mystery teased by divers' helmet discovery
This type of helmet, thought to date to between the 15th and 17th centuries, was commonly used by infantry.
Vikings may have practiced body modification as "rite of initiation"
Teeth filing and skull deformation are examples of body modification customs that were practiced during the Viking Age.
George Washington's descendants identified in DNA study of unmarked remains
The method used in the research could help identify the remains of service members lost around the world in past conflicts.
Paleontologist finds rare fossil of spider in disguise
The discovery provides insight into the evolution of this unusual behavior in present-day spiders.
LGBTQ+ history coming to US schools
Under a new law, schools in Washington state will be required to teach students about the history and contributions of LGBTQ+ people.
Archaeologists discover 1,000-year-old ice skate
The artifact, likely made from horse bone, would have helped medieval people get around during the winter months.
Metal detectorist unearths "extraordinary" rare medieval artifact
Only 15 objects of this kind have been found in Europe to date, with most examples originating from Germany.
Archaeologists unearth early medieval stone coffins from below city streets
Researchers found a number of sarcophagi thought to date between the 6th and 8th centuries and one that may be even older.
I'm excavating Alexander the Great's city—we've made important discoveries
Deep in Alexandria's ancient royal quarter are the ruins of Alexander the Great's civilization—and we're making very important discoveries.
Metal detectorist finds "medieval pilgrim's badge" used to ward off evil
The tiny artifact features a depiction of what appears to a be a dragon or a basilisk—a mythological serpentlike creature.
Thought lost for 40 years, "globally important" Captain Cook finds reappear
Captain James Cook was a British explorer known for his three expeditions to the Pacific Ocean from 1768 to 1779.
Archaeologists find "spectacular" medieval gold ring among 30,000 objects
Excavations also revealed a "very special" artifact that was used as an amulet and traces of a war fought in A.D. 1611.
Archaeologists reveal secrets of the "Birthplace of Texas"
"During Sam Houston's second term as president of the republic, he relocated the capital to this location," an expert said.
Human remains discovered turn out to be centuries old
The newly uncovered human remains are thought to be between 600 and 1,000 years old, according to an archaeologist.
Woman didn't believe grandpa "rejected a lot of women," until the photos
Reminiscing on her family history filled her with a "mix of nostalgia and admiration," his granddaughter said.
Archaeologists uncover American slaves' engineering feats underwater
North Carolina researchers have identified remains related to rice cultivation, including structures designed to control water.
Scientists recreate possible process behind life on Earth
"This finding helps us better understand the chemical environments of early Earth so we can uncover the origins of life," scientists said.
Intact bodies of medieval nobility discovered during monastery restoration
The intact remains of the eight deceased nobles were found inside sarcophagi that had not been opened for centuries.