For a President, Half of Life Is Just Showing Up
When President John F. Kennedy set foot in West Berlin on June 26, 1963, his presence crystalized the city's iconic status as a "defended island of freedom" on the Cold War world stage.
Stockton Rush's tragic link to the creator of the Titanic
The CEO of Oceangate and the shipbuilder who masterminded the creation of the Titanic shared a similar fate more than 100 years apart.
Lost Maya city with pyramids discovered hidden deep in the jungle
The ancient settlement was likely an important center in the region during the Classic period of Maya civilization—around 250-1,000 A.D.—according to experts.
Extremely rare medieval sword in "outstanding condition"
The sword was found in Amiens, France, and was discovered alongside surprisingly well-preserved organic matter including leather and wood.
Secrets of "gateway to the underworld" threatened by Russia-Ukraine war
"It was a huge, huge disruption to all of our science and also our long-standing cooperation with Russian institutions," Thomas Opel told Newsweek.
Ancient Maya "deity of death" sculpture unearthed in Mexico
The limestone statuette shows an emaciated figure with a nose ring and skull mask and dates back to between 200 and 600 A.D.
Face of medieval teen girl in rare Christian burial finally revealed
The young woman, who was buried in England around 1,300 years ago with an extremely rare gold cross, is thought to have been an early Christian convert.
Drowned 16th-century church emerges from bottom of reservoir after drought
The church was constructed by members of the Dominican Order when the territory that is now Mexico was under Spanish colonial rule.
Juneteenth's Rise is a Harbinger of Racial Healing
Unearthing hidden stories is a crucial undertaking in the effort to advance racial healing and repair.
Ronald Reagan wrote to my father. We found the hidden letter years later
Some 20 years earlier, my father had begun a mission.
Neanderthal DNA could be to blame for your poor immune system
Researchers have found that Neanderthal DNA can affect our development, metabolism and immune systems.
African king visiting European museum sits on throne taken from ancestor
King Nabil Mouhamed Nfonrifoum Mbombo Njoya returned to the throne sat on by his great grandfather 115 years ago.
Fury as ancient stone monuments destroyed to build DIY store
The stones, often referred to as "French Stonehenge," date back at least 7,000 years.
Tutankhamun's face revealed in stunning detail in new 3D reconstruction
The boy king's facial appearance has long been the subject of fascination among researchers and the general public.
Ancient graves with 1,500-year-old human remains found below city streets
Archaeologists have documented the remains of seven bodies dating to the fourth and fifth centuries and two skeletons from the sixth to seventh centuries.
Contractor makes creepy discovery while retiling old roof in 1900s house
"So that's why all those old house are haunted," joked one TikTok user, while another called the discovery "utterly heartbreaking."
Church that vanished almost 700 years ago rediscovered
The church is thought to have been part of a medieval trading settlement sometimes referred to as the "Atlantis of the North Sea."
Huge ancient Roman sculptures dug up at sports club—"Finds of a lifetime"
The carved sandstone heads, thought to be around 1,800 years old, have been described as "unique and priceless" artifacts.
German archaeologists find "well preserved" bar in abandoned WWII bunker
The bunker, which could house almost 400 people, was built in 1940-41 for use as an underground shelter during air raids.
Suspected Civil War-era relic found by metal detectorist—"American history"
While metal detecting at Civil War stronghold Fort Caswell, Tentis Moore was stunned to stumble on the remnants of military action.
Earliest evidence of wine drinking in Americas discovered in U.S. territory
Researchers detected evidence of wine residue on the remains of a pottery vessel dated to around 500 years ago.
Did Jada Pinkett Smith blame "White Supremacy" for poor Cleopatra ratings?
Following a poor critical response to new Netflix docudrama "Queen Cleopatra," producer and narrator Pinkett Smith was quoted as having made the claim.
Newly discovered Pompeii victims found crushed to death in utility room
One of the skeletons had its arm raised in a vain attempt to protect himself from falling stone.
"Jeopardy!" contestants' lack of Black history knowledge called out
A post mocking the moments when contestants on the quiz show have been stumped has gone viral on Twitter.
Storm uncovers 1,800-year-old shipwreck carrying rare precious cargo
The ship carrying the precious cargo likely became wrecked during a storm around 1,800 years ago, according to archaeologists.
Widow discovers late husband had a hidden coin collection worth thousands
"I couldn't believe how many coins they'd uncovered. It was like an unexpected treasure hunt," said Amanda West-Butler, who assessed the collection.
'American Pickers' star Robbie Wolfe reveals when show will return in 2023
The History Channel reality show had a shorter than expected Season 24, but the show will return for more episodes very soon.
King Charles' coronation artifacts: Orb, sceptre and a vandalized chair
King Charles III's coronation will reflect the history of the monarchy through key objects including a chair tagged by schoolboys hundreds of years ago.
Man discovers "intact" Gen X bedroom inside attic of abandoned house
"This is quite the time capsule," said one commenter after seeing the nostalgic images.
Hilaire Belloc Points the Way to Common-Good Capitalism
As religious conservatives continue to debate the proper spheres of markets and government, they should keep Belloc in mind.