Archaeology

Using LiDAR technology, researchers reveal over 1,170 structures including temples and ball courts, offering a snapshot of pre-Columbian Zapotec life.

The discovery reinforces the theory that Hadrianopolis was not only a cultural center but also a strategic military enclave of the Roman Empire.

The fresco is thought to be the only surviving depiction of an Islamic tent in a medieval church.

Severe drought in Turkey's Keban Dam in Tunceli revealed the military barracks of the ancient Pertek Castle, which emerged for only the second time since the dam started operating 51 years ago.

"Unlike the aristocratic vampires known for their pale skin and slender figures, vampires from Balkan folklore were often described as bloated, long-nailed, and having a ruddy or dark complexion."

Some old Scandinavian writings trace kings back to Christ’s birth, once dismissed as mere tales—but perhaps there’s truth in them.

During his lifetime, Qin Shi Huang became obsessed with achieving immortality and sought the elusive elixir of life.

Researchers discovered lead contamination linked to early metallurgy in the Aegean region.

The Uzun Köprü, measuring 1,266 meters in length with 171 arches, is recognized as the world's longest stone bridge. It was included in UNESCO's Tentative Heritage List in 2015.

The beads were likely threaded into elaborate attire that would have shimmered in sunlight, allowing these women to emerge as powerful figures before the crowds.