Once vassals to pharaohs, the Kushite kings of Nubia took control of Egypt for almost a century. Embracing Egyptian rituals, they created a culture that influenced both civilizations.

Researchers made the new discoveries during field work at the Bronze Age site of Kurd Qaburstan. The research provides insights into regional heritage and fills gaps in knowledge about how ancient ...

On Jan. 29, millions of people around the world welcomed the Year of the Snake. While the holiday originated in China, many ...

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In exactly one year, the Olympic flame will be lit in front of the winter backdrop of Italy’s second biggest city. Feb. 6, 2026, will be the opening ceremony of the 25th Winter Olympic Games in Milan ...

Alexander the Great visited the city of Troy while on his campaign against the Persian Empire. What did he do while he was there?

The issue of who was considered Greek during the era of ancient Greece has been a matter of broad scholarly debate for ...

I've been working as a tour guide in Rome since 2008, and it only seems to be getting more crowded with tourists. Instead, go ...

A shocking event left residents of this U.S. city baffled—fish were falling from the sky! Scientists are still trying to ...

Fire crews are on alert for a bush fire burning in Bunbury, a city south of Perth. The blaze has been contained but is not yet under control.

He conquered land across three continents, ruled over states from Egypt to modern-day India, and never lost a battle – before ...