Ancient "ritual artifact" may reveal secrets of deep space
A mysterious stone disk found at an ancient hill fort could be the oldest celestial map ever discovered.
Russian state TV host demands Moscow troops take over US bases
Kremlin propagandist and television presenter Vladimir Solovyov wants Russia to take over United States military bases in Europe.
Roman "backwater" challenges history of the ancient empire's decline—study
Archaeologists have discovered an "amazing" theater, markets, bath complexes and a river port in a traditionally overlooked Roman settlement.
Mysterious objects found underwater in potentially "mind-blowing" discovery
The artifacts are made from obsidian, a naturally occurring volcanic glass—typically jet-black in color—formed by the rapid cooling of lava.
Nearly 50 volcanos are erupting at the same time
Forty-six volcanos are in a continuous eruptive state worldwide, with attention turning to several displaying signs of activity.
Mount Etna eruption videos show lava thrown into night sky
The dramatic eruption follows weeks of volcanic activity on the Mediterranean island of Sicily, Italy.
Anne Frank murals vandalized in Italy
The artist created the street murals in response to the October 7 attack on Israel by Hamas.
Archaeologists open tomb untouched for 2,600 years
Researchers found a rich collection of artifacts, including pottery, ancient wine vessels, ornamental accessories and iron and bronze objects.
Gas spotted for $8 a gallon
The news had some Americans grateful for U.S. gas prices for a change.
Sealed tomb from around days of Jesus Christ discovered in Italy
One painting inside the tomb shows the three-headed dog Cerberus, who in Greek Mythology guarded the gates to the underworld.
Archaeologists discover 'exceptional' 2,000-year-old female marble statue
The life-sized statue found in the ancient city of Tusculum is in excellent condition and of high quality, according to researchers.
Kathy Griffin under fire over Kanye West, Bianca Censori comments
The comedian faced backlash for her analysis of the couple's relationship, with some saying she should be sued over the allegations.
Tourist arrested after police find 90 pounds of pebbles in his trunk
Removing sand, pebbles or shells from beaches in Sardinia has been against the law since 2017.
Five Fascinating Pompeii Finds Since Mount Vesuvius Erupted
From human remains to ancient brothels, Pompeii is a vast archaeological expanse that depicts the lives of the ancient people who lived there.
How to watch Mount Etna volcanic eruption live
The most active volcano in Europe is once again erupting.
Strong Governments Are Massively Overrated
Americans—or at least those among them who care about the world beyond their borders—tend to scoff at the parliamentary systems. Maybe they shouldn't.
Three underwater volcanoes and 330ft sunken ship discovered
The volcanoes measure at least 3.5 miles across and rise more than 490 feet above the surrounding seabed, according to researchers.
Woman refusing to give baby to "evil" stepmom who can't have kids backed
"The situation has made me worry for mine and my daughter's safety," the woman told Newsweek.
Elderly man crushed to death by thousands of wheels of cheese
Firefighters worked through the night to locate the man's body after shelving collapsed at a cheese factory in Bergamo, Italy.
Top publishing executive killed in horror speedboat accident
Adrienne Vaughan, president of Bloomsbury USA, was killed in a boat accident off the Amalfi coast in Italy on Thursday.
Can Kevin Spacey's career survive his sexual assault case?
Spacey's chance of a successful comeback may ultimately boil down to, in part, whether studios view him as profitable.
Precious Roman gem found in lagoon depicts mystery mythological figure
The rare find was discovered underwater, and holds clues about wealthy Romans who visited the area.
Perfectly preserved Roman glassware recovered from 2,000-year-old shipwreck
The cargo on board the wreckage consisted almost entirely of glass, and holds valuable clues into its voyage.
Miss Italy won't allow transgender competitors: Must be woman "from birth"
Earlier this month, the Miss Netherlands 2023 contest crowned its first transgender woman winner, Rikkie Valerie Kollé.
New species of scorpion from 240 million years ago discovered in museum
The scorpion has been preserved almost intact, complete with eyes, legs and stinging tail.
Woman suffering from back pain becomes paralyzed due to rare syndrome
The woman was found to have Guillain-Barrè syndrome, a condition in which the body's immune system attacks the nerve cells, leading to eventual paralysis.
Woman with ultrarare rare disease gives birth through IVF in "world first"
It is extremely rare for women with Alström syndrome to get pregnant, in fact, it has only been recorded once before but never from IVF.
Man has 3-pound tumor successfully removed from face after 20 years
The tumor made it a challenge for the patient to swallow, eat and even breathe, making the surgery "absolutely essential," according to the hospital.
Retired geologist discovers dinosaur footprints from 100 million years ago
The footprints were from the Late Cretaceous period and belonged to a huge, armored dinosaur.
Ancient dog paw prints found near Roman fort
Most likely, the dogs that left the prints lived near a tile workshop, which produced roofing material for local houses in Roman times.