Deep in the Amazon rainforest, researchers have uncovered an ancient structure that rivals the size of some modern cities.

The unearthing of ancient ruins beneath desert sands is a thrilling development in archaeology, offering revolutionary insights into the sophisticated cultures of bygone civilizations. The Role of ...

Archaeologists recently found an ancient copper workshop in the Sinai region of Egypt – the land tied to Moses and the Book of Exodus.

Archaeologists unearthed a massive trove of gold coins in the Czech Republic, minted by a long-lost civilization — with the site described by officials as "exceptional." The discovery was announced by ...

Far-Flung Postcards is a weekly series in which NPR's international team shares moments from their lives and work around the world. More than 1,500 years ago, an ancient Arab people built a Christian ...

Planets lacking plate tectonics and sufficient carbon dioxide and oxygen could make advanced civilizations like ours ...

The treasure hunt begins -- The secrets of the Piri Re'is map -- The Piri Re'is map in detail -- The Antarctic maps of Oronteus Finaeus, Hadji Ahmed, and Mercator -- Ancient maps of the North -- The ...

Breakthroughs, discoveries, and DIY tips sent every weekday. Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. The Americas’ oldest known civilization had a thing for frogs. At ...

This summer, the Shanghai Museum unveiled its latest blockbuster exhibition, “Legends of the Dragon: The Ancient Civilization of Hongshan Culture.” To date, it is the most comprehensive display of the ...

Technosignatures are theoretical signs of technologically advanced alien civilizations, but so far, none of those civilizations have phoned home. Researchers from the Search for ExtraTerrestrial ...

Far-Flung Postcards is a weekly series in which NPR's international team shares moments from their lives and work around the world. Far-Flung Postcards is a weekly series in which NPR's international ...