Archaeologists studying a nearly 500,000-year-old elephant bone hammer have determined the ancient tool was made by ...

The first known outbreak of syphilis in Europe began at the turn of the 16th century, but on the distant continent of South ...

The vast majority of our planet’s oceans remain unexplored, hiding secrets that challenge everything we thought we knew about ...

For travelers with a strong interest in ships and naval history, Portsmouth Historic Dockyard is a must-visit. This is what ...

Also in this week’s arts newsletter, ‘Spamilton,’ Jon Cusack’s film memories, a Mel Brooks documentary and more ...

Step back in time at the Illinois Railway Museum in Union! Ride historic trains, explore giant barns, and experience the ...

If you want a true underground Michigan experience, this is the one. Quincy Mine takes you below ground and leaves you with stories.

Astrophysicist Neil deGrasse Tysons quote of the day reflects on humanitys cosmic origins and its role in understanding the universe. Drawn from his book Astrophysics for People in a Hurry, the quote ...

Archaeologists have confirmed a fragment of elephant bone unearthed in West Sussex as one of the world's oldest tools ...

DNA recovered from a wolf frozen in permafrost has helped researchers solve a 14,400 year-old woolly rhino extinction mystery ...

Athens has been named the world’s most walkable tourist destination by BookRetreats.com. Discover why Greece’s ancient capital is perfect for slow, on-foot travel.

Recreating the industrious world of the Shakers wasn’t just movie magic—it required conservators, curators and artisans ...