History

VIDEO 8 hours ago

Metal detectorist finds Scotland's oldest coin, dating back 900 years

A metal detectorist near Edinburgh has uncovered what experts say is the oldest Scottish coin ever found. The 900-year-old coin dates to the 12th century and bears the image of King David I.

Travel 17 hours ago

Jaw-dropping medieval castle with 100 rooms hits market with nearly 1,000 years of history

A stunning 1,000-year-old French castle in Provence has gone on the market for $17.7 million, featuring 100 rooms and medieval architecture. The property has been meticulously restored.

Discovery 1 day ago

Long-lost ancient village with mysterious past unearthed amid wind farm dig: 'Exciting discovery'

Wind farm construction in Suffolk revealed a lost Anglo-Saxon village with 62-foot longhouses. The medieval settlement was abandoned in 1300s, archaeologists say.

Discovery 3 days ago

History's most famous tapestry may have been viewed in unusual setting, new research suggests

A professor is challenging old assumptions about the iconic Bayeux Tapestry, proposing it was created for a refectory for monastic mealtime viewing rather than a cathedral.

Discovery 5 days ago

'Unexpected' Roman-era discoveries unearthed in biblical city mentioned in Book of Revelation

A rare Roman-era marble bathtub and statue fragment were recently discovered in ancient Ephesus, Turkey, where Paul the Apostle preached. Archaeologists shared insights.

Campus Radicals 5 days ago

Professor slams 'sneaky approach' to oppression-based teaching of American history: 'fantastically false'

Professor challenges modern American history curriculum in new book, arguing educators present Western culture negatively while omitting critical context.

Opinion 6 days ago

For 2026, you should make a resolution to know the Revolution

Author who researched Washington through letters and diaries says cultural ignorance of founding era is scandalous and scary.

Media December 31

Texas requires students learn about 'perils of communism' in sweeping new curriculum overhaul

Texas will require students to learn about communism's perils under a new social studies curriculum starting in 2030. The state board approved the changes, 8-7.

Discovery December 29

Gold treasure survives 1,400 years at ancient Christian monastery in biblical Judean Desert

Israeli archaeologists discovered rare 1,400-year-old gold treasure at an ancient monastery site in Judean Desert, including Byzantine coins and an ornate ring.

Discovery December 29

1,400-year-old skull with mysterious flat top found in ancient village, startling archaeologists

Archaeologists in Mexico discovered a rare 1,400-year-old cube-shaped skull, revealing ancient cranial modification practices used by Mesoamericans.