The Celts believed that all trees were sacred; each had a special curative property or spiritual significance. Among our ...

Of all the plants used in holiday decor, few match mistletoe's interesting history. Also, few equal its potential for harm.

Elves appear across Germanic and Scandinavian literature. The name seems to derive from the old Norse word “alfr” and the old ...

Troll 2 is the latest movie to feature one of the most fascinating monsters from Norse mythology or the legends of Nordic countries.

New research from Rover shows Britain's most popular dog names for 2025, with creative choices rising and classic names still ...

From a ceramic leopard-print toothpick holder to a brushed metal candelabra, ‘expect the unexpected’ is the MO of these shows ...

The surprising discovery of an Anglo-Saxon feasting hall in the village of Lyminge is offering a new view of the lives of these pagan kings An aerial view of the excavations at Lyminge in southeastern ...

The Staffordshire Hoard is the largest collection of Anglo-Saxon gold ever found [Birmingham Museums] The Staffordshire Hoard is back on display as Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery completes another ...

Unusual rings made from ivory have been unearthed in dozens of early Anglo-Saxon burials in England. The origin of the Anglo-Saxon ivory rings had remained a mystery for 200 years, but scientific ...

The discovery of a 1400-year-old warrior buried in a British field is being hailed as a major discovery and is providing new insights into the so-called Dark Ages and early English history.

Woodbridge, England — In a far-flung corner of southeast England, in a boatshed on the River Debden, a former U.S. Navy submariner whose career saw him serve on some of the most advanced ...

Explore the reasons behind the Anglo-Saxon migration to Britain. Learn about the factors that led to their arrival in the 5th and 6th centuries, including invasions, displacement, and the collapse of ...