As civilizations die, so do their forms of writing, top scholars of ancient cultures found in the first study to examine the extinction of writing systems. The research also showed that ancient ...

Lead poisoning isn’t just an industrial-age problem. A new study reveals our ancestors, including Neanderthals, were exposed ...

Made in Ancient Egypt is on now at the Fitzwilliam Museum in Cambridge and runs until 12 April, 2026. Tickets are from £14.50 ...

The large relief was taken from the necropolis of Saqqara’s tomb of Old Kingdom royal vizier Khentika, which had been ...

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Chromium is a common addition to alloys to make materials like tool steel or stainless steel, and it’s long been thought to have been invented around the late 19th and early 20th centuries. But now, ...

Scientists believe signs of an ancient hidden language may explain the mysterious disappearance of the people who built ...

Dr. Sophie Lund Rasmussen at the excavation site. (Sophie Lund Rasmussen) A unique clay brick, originating from the ancient city of Kalhu, contains plant DNA from almost 3,000 years ago. Currently ...

This could change our understanding of the mysterious Etruscan civilization in Italy. The ancient Etruscan civilization, whose great cities dotted the west coast of Italy between 2800 and 2400 years ...

Step back in time and explore the fascinating world of the Ancient Egyptians with hands-on Egyptian crafts that make history come alive. Whether you’re planning lesson plans, looking for engaging ...