History

Travel 6 hours ago

Rare and authentic Magna Carta discovered long after it was purchased for $27.50

British researchers have authenticated a rare version of the Magna Carta at Harvard Law School, highlighting its importance as a cornerstone of constitutional history.

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Paleontologists discover 'moth-like' predator that lived 506 million years ago

Canadian paleontologists recently discovered Mosura fentoni, a 506-million-year-old predator resembling a moth. The discovery offers insights into extinct radiodonts' anatomy.

Ancient Egypt 15 hours ago

Ancient Roman military fortifications found in 'strategic location' in Egypt

An excavation at the Tell Abu Sefeh site in Egypt revealed sophisticated military fortifications from the Ptolemaic and Roman periods, according to officials.

History 1 day ago

Pompeii family's desperate final moments revealed in new archaeological excavation

A new Pompeii excavation revealed details about family members who barricaded themselves with a bed during the Mt. Vesuvius eruption, providing insight into the ancient disaster.

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Abandoned 'Wild West' theme park frozen in time shocks visitor: 'Left to rot'

The eerie remains of two abandoned theme parks still stand in remote regions of Japan. They were discovered and documented by explorer Lukka Bradburn; see the pictures.

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Researchers uncover the odd reason an 'unusual' mummy survived the centuries

Researchers have revealed the mystery behind a well-preserved 18th-century mummy in Austria, highlighting a unique embalming method involving zinc and fabric.

Food-Drink 2 days ago

Ancient bedrock kitchens reveal evidence of historical food practices, experts say

Groundbreaking research by University of Utah anthropologists shows how ancient people processed certain plants on stone tools in the Northern Great Basin.

Archaeology 2 days ago

Strange Viking grave with 'Christian overtones' discovered by perplexed archaeologists: 'Very unusual'

Swedish archaeologists uncovered a rare 1,100-year-old Viking coffin grave containing weapons near Linköping, describing their findings as "unusual."

Travel 3 days ago

Archaeologists make grim discovery after finding ancient Roman buildings

A recent archaeological excavation in Switzerland took a somber turn when historians discovered a collection of infant burials from Ancient Rome, along with various other artifacts.

Travel 4 days ago

Archaeologists unearth miraculously well-preserved wooden remnant of Ancient Roman town

An Ancient Roman wooden water pipe was recently uncovered in Leuven, Belgium, offering insights into Roman engineering and the city's historical significance.

Donald Trump 6 days ago

Trump's $400M Qatar jet gift follows long history of unusual presidential presents

From Lincoln's elephants to Trump's luxury jet, US presidents have a long history of receiving foreign gifts. But it is not without legal and ethical controversy.

Travel 6 days ago

Ancient Roman theater discovered beneath town hall thanks to massive earthquakes

An earthquake in Croatia led to the discovery of an ancient Roman theater in Sisak, according to officials. The theater's orchestra was found in the basement of the town hall during renovations.

Travel May 12

Corpse of 16th-century Catholic saint found 'perfectly preserved' goes on display, astonishing worshippers

The remarkably preserved body of an early modern saint, St. Teresa of Avila, has been exhibited in Spain months after being found "miraculously incorrupt" last year.

Travel May 12

Late Bronze Age settlement dating back 3,000 years uncovered amid road work: 'Important discovery'

Archaeologists uncovered an ancient settlement and cremation cemetery dating back 3,000 years ahead of highway construction at Europa Way in northwest Ipswich, in the United Kingdom.

Congress May 12

Congressman reveals hidden secret passageway from America's founding under Capitol floorboards

Republican North Carolina Rep. Tim Moore posted a viral video showing a hidden passageway under the floorboards of the Lincoln Room in the U.S. Capitol.

Travel May 11

Archaeologists discover tomb of Egyptian royalty behind false door: 'Unveils new secrets'

Archaeologists were amazed to discover that a false door at an excavation site led to the tomb of Egyptian royalty, per the Egyptian Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities.

Travel May 11

Man stumbles across hoard of priceless coins while out for nature walk: 'Face to face with history'

Metal detectorist Marius Mangeac spoke with Fox News Digital about recently discovering a hoard of Ancient Roman treasure in the Romanian wilderness.

Archaeology May 10

Wreckage of 800-ton ship found after its deadly sinking well over a century ago: 'Significant discovery'

Archaeologists in Australia have discovered a 19th century Dutch merchant shipwreck that went down off the country's coast more than 160 years ago.

Travel May 10

Archaeologists uncover ancient 'factory' used to produce coveted purple dye mentioned in Bible

Historians recently shared their findings about an ancient purple dye factory at Tel Shiqmona in modern-day Israel, providing insights into life during Biblical times.

Travel May 9

Second-oldest university in nation reports 'really neat' archaeology find on its grounds

Archaeologists have uncovered the oldest structure at William & Mary, the nation's second-oldest university, located in Virginia. The brick kiln dates back to the late 1600s.

Travel May 8

Hikers uncover mysterious gold-filled treasure trove in overgrown field: 'Unusually large'

A trove of gold artifacts and other treasures was recently discovered in the Czech Republic, leaving officials puzzled about its origins. The gold coins date back as early as 1808.

Archaeology May 6

Archaeologist sheds new light on astonishing discovery of wrecked slave ships: 'Stranded on the coast'

Archaeologist David John Gregory recently spoke with Fox News Digital about the haunting discovery of Danish two slave ships, Fridericus Quartus and Christianus Quintus, in Costa Rica.

Travel May 5

Skull of legendary medieval king may have been unearthed at ruined church: expert

Emese Gábor, a facial reconstruction specialist, spoke to Fox News Digital about a recently discovered skull that she believes belonged to Matthias Corvinus, a medieval king.

Travel May 5

Archaeologists find proof of grisly gladiator-lion fight in unexpected tourist destination

Archaeologists recently discovered proof of a gladiatorial fight with a lion in an unexpected tourist destination: the city of York in the United Kingdom.

Food-Drink May 4

Students cook ancient rice dish based on 2,000-year-old manuscript with surprisingly healthy results

Students at the Yuelu Academy of Hunan University in China embarked on a project to recreate a rice dish from an ancient recipe, yielding an unusual and surprisingly healthy food result.

Archaeology May 3

Archaeologists uncover centuries-old shipwreck beneath historic city: 'Unique source of knowledge'

A centuries-old shipwreck was uncovered in a historic neighborhood in Barcelona. Authorities revealed that the deteriorated ship, known as Ciutadella I, was discovered between April 10 and 15.

Travel May 2

Excavators discover prehistoric village beneath future golf course: 'Remarkable journey'

Archaeologists were surprised to discover a rare chariot wheel dating back to the Iron Age during an excavation at the future site of a golf course near Inverness, Scotland.

Travel May 1

Haunting slave ships found off coast of national park 300 years later: 'Very convincing'

Divers recently identified two Danish slave ships, Fridericus Quartus and Christianus Quintus, during an excavation near Costa Rica. The vessels were shipwrecked in 1710.

Travel May 1

Archaeologists unearth strange head depicting Roman god beneath Catholic basilica

The Appian Way Regional Park in Rome announced its recent farewell to a "beautiful" stone head dating back to antiquity. It was discovered during the excavation of a fifth-century basilica.

Travel April 30

Archaeologists unearth body of 5,000 year-old woman in former dump

A tomb was uncovered in Peru and revealed the 5,000-year-old remains of a 'high-status' woman belonging to the ancient Caral civilization in a former city dump. Other artifacts were found as well.