Deep in the northwestern corner of Saudi Arabia, a breathtaking and remarkable marvel stands —Jabal al-Lawz, the “Mountain of Almonds.” For decades, its twin towers and rugged granite domes have captivated explorers and academics. But beneath its picturesque facade lies a mystery that could rewrite
Deep in the isolated Mexican mountains, a small entrance to a cave is hidden beneath moss-covered rock—nearly invisible to the visiting tourist. To locals, it is a forgotten crevice in the ground, remembered only because it houses a handful of bats and rumors of ancient
Deep in the mountainous highlands of eastern Turkey, a quiet sentinel has stirred curiosity for decades. Tucked away near the Iranian border, an unusual, boat-shaped structure stretches just above ground. Initially noticed in 1959 by Turkish Army Captain Ilhan Durupinar while conducting an aerial survey,
Archaeologists discovered an important artifact in an equally important place. In 2018, a Roman grave was found in Frankfurt, Germany. This alone was an archaeological marvel, but it was what was inside the grave that could change what we know about the origins of Christianity.
Sojourner Truth was a revered abolitionist, women's rights activist, and advocate for universal suffrage. As a well-known figure in American History, it might come as a surprise that there is much about her that the history books have got wrong, as much misinformation exists about
The British monarchy has always fascinated the world, and with the recent reveal of rare photos of King Charles, royal enthusiasts are getting an intimate glimpse into his life. These photographs give us insight into his childhood, personal milestones, and public service. A Royal Birth (1848) King
In 1998, archaeologist Mauro Calattini discovered a 17,000-year-old infant in Monopoli, Italy. The discovery changed how scientists and archaeologists thought about life after the Last Glacial Maximum (some 20,000 years ago). The baby boy was discovered in the Grotta delle Mura cave, and his remains
When a normal day on the job turns into a once-in-a-lifetime discovery, it's like you've hit the memory jackpot. Well, this regular infrastructure project in Varberg, Sweden, quickly became a remarkable archaeological event when construction workers unearthed six centuries-old shipwrecks beneath the city’s original shoreline.
A remarkable discovery in İznik has archaeologists and historians buzzing: ancient mosaics were found under the foundations of a modern home, untouched for centuries. The city of İznik, once known as Nicaea, is already renowned for its place in Christian history. But what makes this
Hiding beneath the waves off the central coast of California and along the Mid-Atlantic Ridge is a phenomenon that has baffled everyone. These holes have puzzled researchers for decades, with many speculations about where they came from or what caused them. Will the mystery ever
