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Scientists find 'signs of life' inside 5,300-year-old mummy in remarkable discovery

June 22, 2026

Scientists find 'signs of life' inside 5,300-year-old mummy in remarkable discovery

Researchers found ancient microbes inside Ötzi the Iceman that may have persisted over 5,300 years. A new study shares details of a rare glimpse into microbial history.

Stonehenge breakthrough reveals surprising path behind ancient stone’s 450-mile trek

June 21, 2026

Stonehenge breakthrough reveals surprising path behind ancient stone’s 450-mile trek

Researchers used geological analysis and computer modeling to trace Stonehenge's Altar Stone journey from northeast Scotland via glacial movement.

'Dig of the century' beneath Notre Dame reveals mysterious markings, ancient secrets

June 19, 2026

'Dig of the century' beneath Notre Dame reveals mysterious markings, ancient secrets

Archaeologists excavating Notre Dame cathedral in Paris have uncovered a 1,700-year-old Roman coin and mysterious pottery markings experts can't yet decipher.

TSA sounds alarm after World Cup fans pack their bags with American staple

June 18, 2026

TSA sounds alarm after World Cup fans pack their bags with American staple

The TSA cautions international World Cup fans not to pack ranch dressing in their carry-on bags, citing the 3.4-ounce liquid rule as fans try to fly home with the condiment.

Ancient Viking sword discovered 'sticking up out of the ground' after 1,300 years

June 17, 2026

Ancient Viking sword discovered 'sticking up out of the ground' after 1,300 years

A 6-year-old boy named Henrik spotted a well-preserved Viking Age sword in a Norwegian field, a rare find officials say likely belonged to a warrior of "high status."

DAVID MARCUS: Why European soccer fans are going Kerouac on the American road

June 14, 2026

DAVID MARCUS: Why European soccer fans are going Kerouac on the American road

Europeans visiting for the World Cup are discovering America's road trip culture, from Buc-ees to Waffle House, sharing their adventures on social media.

Ancient palace discovery challenges the myth behind Sparta's rise to power

June 8, 2026

Ancient palace discovery challenges the myth behind Sparta's rise to power

New historical research challenges Sparta's founding myth, suggesting the ancient warrior state did not start out through conquest, as experts have long believed.

Traces of rare purple dye mentioned in Bible passages found in 'remarkable' discovery

May 31, 2026

Traces of rare purple dye mentioned in Bible passages found in 'remarkable' discovery

Rare Tyrian purple dye, once worth three times the price of gold, has been found on textiles in Roman infant burials in York dating back to the third century A.D.

Construction workers clearing old bombs unexpectedly find 'important' ancient sanctuary

May 28, 2026

Construction workers clearing old bombs unexpectedly find 'important' ancient sanctuary

While building a highway near Venice, construction crews in Italy accidentally discovered a pre-Roman sanctuary dating back to the fifth century B.C.

Treasure hunters find biggest Viking coin hoard in country's history: 'Without parallel'

May 27, 2026

Treasure hunters find biggest Viking coin hoard in country's history: 'Without parallel'

Norway's largest Viking coin hoard features 2,970 silver coins minted in England and Germany, reflecting foreign influence on the late Viking economy.