Throughout history, humanity has left behind enigmatic traces that continue to baffle researchers and challenge our understanding of ancient civilizations. Researchers across the globe put on their ...

Evidence show that confession might actually have an origin in the pre-Christian religious customs of ancient Greece.

Co-lead scientists Jasper Konter and Matt Jackson look for a suitable sampling site using data of seamount collected with the research ship's sonar system. Geologists led by the University of Maryland ...

Few civilizations have a more mysterious reputation than Ancient Egypt. But the point of a mystery is to solve it, and over the years researchers have learned a lot about the land of hieroglyphs, holy ...

Researchers say a carefully prepared ergot fungus-based drink may explain the Eleusinian Mysteries in ancient Greece.

New light on Stonehenge -- Raising Alexandria -- Winter palace -- Reconstructing Petra -- The queen who would be king -- Mysterious island -- Quandary at Qumran -- Unlocking the secrets of the ...