An ancient rock engraving in the Lower Nile Valley may offer a rare glimpse into the origin of Egyptian kings. The art panel ...

A rock art panel near Aswan, Egypt, may depict a rare example of an elite individual from the First Dynasty, shedding light on the formation of the ancient Egyptian state.

Archaeologists have uncovered 2,300-year-old treasures in an ancient Greek tomb near Mangalia, Romania, including gold ...

This bold door color isn't just stylish—it also sends a powerful message. Here's the meaning of a red front door.

Researchers sequenced ancient Egyptian DNA from a 4,500-year-old skeleton, revealing genetic links between early Egypt and ...

As women adopt an accessory traditionally worn by men, designers have begun creating unusual statement pieces for that ...

The tale of Salmoneus, the king who dared to imitate Zeus, reveals ancient fears of hubris, madness, and divine punishment.

A gold shilling located by a metal detectorist near Norwich may be no larger than a fingernail, but it wields quite a bit of history—and some distinct designs. The small gold coin discovered in the ...

A surprising discovery suggests the Moai statues on Easter Island share symbolic elements with the carvings on Pillar 43 of Göbekli Tepe. From M-shaped motifs and bird imagery to recurring ...

However, this winged staff with two serpents entwined around it is steeped in ancient mythology and has a fascinating—and sometimes controversial—history in its adoption by the medical profession.

The Norse rune horoscope is an ancient practice that uses rune symbols to provide guidance and insight into human destiny. Inspired by Norse wisdom, this horoscope explores the elements of nature, the ...