A newly translated papyrus from ancient Egypt dating back 3,500 years provides a rare insight into Egyptian embalming techniques. The ancient medical text details a procedure never identified before ...

Yesterday, the United Kingdom and several other countries recognized the State of Palestine, a diplomatic move designed to keep alive the prospect of a two-state solution to the Israel-Palestine ...

Update, 08/25, 12:15 p.m. — This story has been updated to include more information on the tunnel project’s consideration by other state authorities. LANSING — With a week of public comment remaining, ...

Mummification is one of the most well known ancient burial practices — most commonly tied to ancient Egypt. The practice of preserving and ritually treating a body in preparation for the afterlife ...

Ahmedabad (Gujarat), June 18 ANI: In the aftermath of the tragic Ahmedabad plane crash, Gujarat authorities acted swiftly to manage rescue, identification, and the dignified handover of victims' ...

Embalming fluid is a preservative solution used in the embalming process, primarily composed of formaldehyde, methanol, and other chemical agents. Its primary purpose is to delay decomposition, ...

Following the death of Pope Francis on Monday, April 21, there's been a great deal of interest in popes of the past as members of the Catholic Church prepare for a new leader. Following a series of ...

The pope's physician tried a method that didn't take internal preservation into account Wendy Grossman Kantor is an award-winning journalist who has spent 20 years as a reporter for PEOPLE. She covers ...

In light of Pope Francis’ death on April 21, Catholic authorities are preparing the much-anticipated process to decide upon his successor. However, many people are wondering about a more burning ...