History

Discovery 13 hours ago

Archaeologists reveal unusual ritual objects from ancient biblical cult at Armageddon site

Ancient Canaanite ritual artifacts and 5,000-year-old winepress discovered at Tel Megiddo in Israel, the biblical site known as Armageddon from the Book of Revelation.

Discovery 1 day ago

Archaeologists unearth evidence of biblical power struggle beneath Jerusalem: 'Screamed with excitement'

The first Assyrian inscription discovered in Jerusalem reveals ancient biblical-era correspondence between Assyrian Empire and Kingdom of Judah, dating back 2,700 years.

Archaeology 3 days ago

Ancient Christian mosaic with mysterious inscription unearthed at traditional birthplace of Abraham

A fifth-century Christian mosaic was unearthed in Urfa, Turkey, the traditional birthplace of Abraham, shedding light on early Byzantine art.

Archaeology 3 days ago

Warriors found stacked in ancient well reveal violent tale of battlefield defeat: archaeologists

Researchers recently identified Roman warriors' bodies stacked in an ancient well in Croatia, connecting them to Emperor Gallienus' victory at the Battle of Mursa in 260 AD.

Travel 4 days ago

Archaeologists uncover vast Roman road network — far longer than they ever imagined

Archaeologists reveal that a new digital atlas shows Roman road network was 50% larger than known, mapping 186,000 miles across Europe, Africa and the Middle East using satellite imagery.

Media 6 days ago

WWII veteran says Britain today 'wasn’t worth' his friends' sacrifice, less free than in his youth

Alec Penstone, a 100-year-old WWII veteran, says modern Britain wasn't worth his friends' sacrifice and is less free than when he fought for it.

2025 Virginia Governor Race 6 days ago

Lawmakers revive major, century-old offer to Virginians as Spanberger, Jones set to take office

West Virginia lawmakers revived a century-old offer to welcome Virginia counties after a Democratic election sweep, seeking to reunite border communities.

Travel 6 days ago

Amelia Earhart mystery expedition halted as researchers seek answers on missing plane

The Amelia Earhart expedition to Nikumaroro Island is delayed until 2026 due to the Pacific cyclone season. Researchers seek to investigate a satellite anomaly that could be the missing plane.

Travel November 4

Medieval tower's collapse traps man, leads to 11-hour rescue mission with tragic outcome

A worker has died after a Rome tower partially collapsed during renovation. Firefighters spent 11 hours rescuing the man trapped in the Torre dei Conti before the tragic outcome.

Archaeology November 3

Archaeologists uncover massive stone ruins from ancient city that once rivaled Rome

Archaeologists recently discovered a massive 2,000-year-old stone basin in ancient Gabii, Italy, revealing early Roman public architecture from Rome's powerful rival city.

Archaeology November 2

Hospital discovery reveals centuries-long transformation into sacred Christian site, say archaeologists

Archaeologists in Turkey recently uncovered an ancient Roman hospital that became a Christian sanctuary, revealing centuries of transformation in Kaunos.

Travel November 1

Inside the last Boeing 707 to serve as Air Force One: See Reagan's jet that marked the end of an era

The last Boeing 707 Air Force One now sits in a stunning glass pavilion in California, where visitors can discover the aircraft that carried Reagan and six other presidents through history.

Travel November 1

Medieval English castle linked to Hadrian's Wall hits market for lofty sum, but there's a catch

Bellister Castle in Northumberland, England, is hitting the market for about $3.34 million, but there's a catch. It's a National Trust lease ending in 2145, not a traditional sale.

Archaeology October 31

Devastating fire leads to treasure trove of thousands of artifacts beneath historic tavern

Archaeologists in Troy, Ohio, uncovered an estimated 4,500 historic artifacts beneath the fire-damaged Overfield Tavern, including coins from 1817 and 1846.

Archaeology October 30

Hidden medieval halls discovered beneath world-famous university as archaeologists sift through remains

An excavation at Oxford University has yielded ancient book clasps, medieval pens and imported fish bones, offering fascinating glimpses into college life and trade from another time.

Archaeology October 29

Angler digging for fishing worms uncovers massive medieval treasure in hidden cauldron

A person digging for fishing worms near a Swedish summer cottage recently discovered a medieval silver hoard containing up to 20,000 coins, along with rings and pendants.

Media October 29

CNN's Phillip calls out far-left outrage over MAGA guests on her show, warns not to ignore 'half the country'

CNN host Abby Phillip responded to critics who oppose her diverse guest lineup, saying people need to know what's happening in conservative media ecosystems.

History October 29

New Jersey man's Titanic belongings recovered expected to auction for more than $100K

Frederick Sutton's Titanic personal effects, including gold watch and first-class passenger list, remain in family hands for over a century before auction.

Travel October 29

Archaeologists uncover 1,600-year-old wine factory hidden near ancient mountain castle

Archaeologists discovered a 1,600-year-old wine production center in southeastern Turkey near an ancient castle, revealing Roman-era grape-processing facilities.

Elections October 28

Trump admin reinstalls Confederate general's statue toppled during 2020 riots

A statue of Confederate Gen. Albert Pike that was toppled by demonstrators in 2020 following George Floyd’s death was reinstalled in Washington, D.C.

Archaeology October 28

Archaeologists unearth secrets of Lancaster County's oldest tavern, buried for centuries beneath pasture

Archaeologists recently uncovered the likely remains of Lancaster County's oldest colonial tavern from 1725, revealing thousands of artifacts that offer historically significant insights.

Archaeology October 26

Treasure trove of gold coins, ancient jewelry unearthed in Christian city near Sea of Galilee

A cache of Byzantine-era gold coins and pearl-inlaid earrings dating back over 1,500 years was unearthed by archaeologists at the ancient city of Hippos in Israel.

Travel October 25

Inside America’s most haunted hotels — and why guests can’t get enough of them

Haunted hotels like the Crescent Hotel and Spa in Arkansas and McMenamins Edgefield in Oregon attract ghost hunters and history enthusiasts nationwide.

Opinion October 25

DAVID MARCUS: LA museum’s desecration of Confederate statues is pure barbarism

Controversial Los Angeles art exhibit displays removed Confederate statues, some covered in graffiti and one mutilated into a monster, sparking debate over historical monuments.

Travel October 25

White House makeovers have long sparked controversy, well before President Trump's $200M ballroom

President Donald Trump's $200M ballroom joins a long list of White House renovations spanning 223 years, from President Theodore Roosevelt's West Wing to modern updates.

Archaeology October 24

Ancient synagogue uncovered in Israel reveals Jewish life alongside rise of early Christianity

Archaeologists recently uncovered a 1,500-year-old synagogue in Israel's Golan Heights, revealing new evidence of ancient Jewish presence in the biblical region.

Archaeology October 23

Archaeologists uncover vast complex of ancient tombs in biblical city tied to St Paul's letter

Archaeologists in Turkey discovered over 60 ancient tombs in Colossae, the biblical city mentioned in St. Paul's famous New Testament epistle to early Christians.

Archaeology October 22

Scientists solve mystery of 'sword dragon' skeleton found on coast after decades of study

British paleontologists recently identified Xiphodragon goldencapensis, a new ichthyosaur species. The skeleton was found on Dorset's Jurassic Coast in 2001 and dates back 193 million years.

Travel October 21

Tourists flock to see iconic landmark finally free of scaffolding after 200 years

The Parthenon in Athens is scaffolding-free for the first time in 200 years, offering visitors an unobstructed view of Greece's iconic temple until November 2025.

France October 21

Paris judge indicts Chinese woman for theft of gold nuggets from France's Museum of Natural History

A 24-year-old Chinese woman was indicted for allegedly stealing nearly $2 million worth of gold nuggets from Paris' National Museum of Natural History.