In 1872, British Museum curator George Smith made a discovery that would shake Victorian England's understanding of biblical history. Working late into the London evening, surrounded by fragments of ...

Seabird poop played a key role in Chincha Kingdom agriculture, fueling economic growth and political influence in ancient Peru.

U.S. and Israeli strikes on Iran have damaged at least four cultural and historical sites, including palaces and an ancient ...

The award, one of the most prestigious in the field of American history, honors “scope, significance, depth of research and richness of interpretation.” ...

China's first generation of wealthy entrepreneurs begins passing on $2.1trn to heirs, creating inheritance disputes and deepening inequality as economic growth slows.

Netanyahu has been repeatedly addressing the Iranians, reminding them of their ancient ties with the Jews and encouraging them to overthrow the Shia theocracy.

BEIJING: Li Qinrui sank into her couch, her mind still buzzing from a hectic day at the office. Outside, Beijing hummed with its usual energy, but inside her apartment, it was a different world.

Mushrooms have been used by ancient humans for millennia, but archaeologists have only just uncovered their pivotal role in ...

Recently, the ancient books repository of the Commercial Press reclaimed its old name, Hanfenlou, and - after 77 years - ...

Influencers who give a patriotic tinge to cultural heritage topics are quickly growing their fanbases on Chinese short video ...

Notably, a painting discovered in the Dundebrak Cave in Altay city, dating back around 12,000 years, features a group of ...