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May 18

Researchers uncover the odd reason an 'unusual' mummy survived the centuries

Researchers have revealed the mystery behind a well-preserved 18th-century mummy in Austria, highlighting a unique embalming method involving zinc and fabric.

May 17

Ancient bedrock kitchens reveal evidence of historical food practices, experts say

Groundbreaking research by University of Utah anthropologists shows how ancient people processed certain plants on stone tools in the Northern Great Basin.

May 17

Strange Viking grave with 'Christian overtones' discovered by perplexed archaeologists: 'Very unusual'

Swedish archaeologists uncovered a rare 1,100-year-old Viking coffin grave containing weapons near Linköping, describing their findings as "unusual."

May 16

Archaeologists make grim discovery after finding ancient Roman buildings

A recent archaeological excavation in Switzerland took a somber turn when historians discovered a collection of infant burials from Ancient Rome, along with various other artifacts.

May 15

Archaeologists unearth miraculously well-preserved wooden remnant of Ancient Roman town

An Ancient Roman wooden water pipe was recently uncovered in Leuven, Belgium, offering insights into Roman engineering and the city's historical significance.

May 13

Trump's $400M Qatar jet gift follows long history of unusual presidential presents

From Lincoln's elephants to Trump's luxury jet, US presidents have a long history of receiving foreign gifts. But it is not without legal and ethical controversy.

May 13

Ancient Roman theater discovered beneath town hall thanks to massive earthquakes

An earthquake in Croatia led to the discovery of an ancient Roman theater in Sisak, according to officials. The theater's orchestra was found in the basement of the town hall during renovations.

May 12

Corpse of 16th-century Catholic saint found 'perfectly preserved' goes on display, astonishing worshippers

The remarkably preserved body of an early modern saint, St. Teresa of Avila, has been exhibited in Spain months after being found "miraculously incorrupt" last year.

May 12

Late Bronze Age settlement dating back 3,000 years uncovered amid road work: 'Important discovery'

Archaeologists uncovered an ancient settlement and cremation cemetery dating back 3,000 years ahead of highway construction at Europa Way in northwest Ipswich, in the United Kingdom.

May 12

Congressman reveals hidden secret passageway from America's founding under Capitol floorboards

Republican North Carolina Rep. Tim Moore posted a viral video showing a hidden passageway under the floorboards of the Lincoln Room in the U.S. Capitol.