ancient

There is nothing quite like finding the first bone or brick of ancient remains. While such discoveries can take mere moments, understanding…

The ancient Romans and Greeks had a highly liberated attitude toward sex—one that is surprising, even by today’s standards. They had gods…

The ancient Romans were responsible for a number of scientific advancements that greatly benefited humankind. However, some of their solutions didn’t work.…

With 2019 drawing to a close, this year’s Egyptology harvest proved excellent once again. Sometimes, the finds were new. At other times,…

Human skeletons can be strange, even in the most normal of positions. Ancient bones have a particular knack for dropping jaws and…

Too many times, the idea floats that commerce in the past wasn’t as interesting as it is today. Archaeologists beg to differ.…

Ancient Egypt is mostly recognized for its pyramids, hieroglyphs, and mummies. A rich culture that lasted for over 3,000 years before Christ,…

The Romans are perhaps one of the best-studied ancient nations. Modern fascination remains steadfast because the complexities of their culture guarantee that…

On August 21, 2017, the most talked about event in human history will occur. A total solar eclipse will sweep across a…

Man explored the world long before the days of Columbus and Magellan. Even in the earliest moments of human history, when the…