An analysis of ancient residues left on a vase depicting the Egyptian deity Bes reveals it may have been used to reenact a myth.

A new study reveals that the capacocha ritual of child sacrifice, practiced by the Incas, involved ceremonial use of ceramic ...

The discovery of Libyan Desert Glass in King Tutankhamun's tomb unveils a fascinating link between ancient Egyptian artistry ...

Bakers used to be fined if their loaves were underweight so they added an extra loaf to every dozen, hence the term “Baker’s ...

The Seven Wonders of the Ancient World, a collection of remarkable architectural achievements, have long captivated the ...

Archaeologists uncover a 3,900-year-old tomb of Priestess Idi in Asyut, Egypt, revealing stunning coffins and new insights ...

One of the most famous tombs in all of Egypt was holding a family secret: another body.

The mask’s design anomaly lies in the small earring holes, a detail rarely seen in artifacts meant for male Egyptian rulers.

Egypt’s rich soil and climate create the ideal conditions for a constant supply of fresh fruits, available at their peak each ...

Ancient Egyptian decor is characterized by its vibrant and bold color palette. Think deep blues (representing the Nile), ...

A joint team of Greek and Austrian archaeologists unearthed a massive ruined temple on a hill near Samikon in 2021 and ...

A member of the team, a water boy, accidentally stumbled upon a stone that turned out to be the first step of an ancient staircase.