The discovery of a Noah's Ark-like story on an old Babylonian map raises serious questions about how myths are created and how cultures are passed down. The 3,000-year-old clay tablet known as the Imago Mundi is more than just a map; it contains a flood story
In 2025, widespread desertion has caused the myth of Russia's "unbreakable wall" of military discipline to crumble. Since the start of the full-scale invasion of Ukraine, more than 20,500 Russian soldiers have been charged with going missing, deserting, or disobeying orders; the great majority of
Deep in the remote forests of northern Ontario, a remarkable discovery has captivated archaeologists and history enthusiasts worldwide. A massive stone slab, hidden for centuries beneath layers of earth and moss, has been found with what may be the oldest runic inscription ever found in
Deep in Colombia’s highlands, scientists have uncovered a mysterious ancient population unlike any group known today. Around 6,000 years ago, this population lived near the Bogotá Altiplano, a high plateau that served as a critical corridor for early migration between North and South America. This
When we think about a traditional Fourth of July feast, most Americans are likely to picture a big cookout with burgers, hot dogs and grilled corn. But the founding fathers’ table bore no resemblance to the backyard barbecue of today. In 1776, the menu was
Scientists' hard work has recently paid off after extensively studying a humanoid skull from the prehistoric era. The skull was shockingly unique, prompting it to be nicknamed "Dragon Man." A breakthrough has finally been made nearly 100 years after it was first uncovered in Harbin, China.
Imagine footprints so ancient that they have the power to rewrite the entire story of humanity’s arrival in the Americas. For years, scholars and textbooks have told us a timeline of when the first humans set foot on this continent. But what if that timeline
One hundred forty-seven years ago, the James R. Bentley was on the waters of Lake Huron carrying a cargo load that cannot be found anymore. Stored on the vessel were 36,000 bushels of rye, which is now extinct in American agriculture. The schooner sank below the
Aspergillus flavus, the scientific name for the so-called "Pharaoh's Curse Fungus," is notorious for causing unexplained deaths connected to ancient tombs, most notably following the discovery of King Tutankhamun's burial chamber. Because its spores cause fatal respiratory infections in those who are exposed, this fungus was
When there's any discussion about submarines surfacing anywhere they shouldn't be, it can be quite concerning. In recent weeks, Russian Kilo-class submarines have surfaced in heavily trafficked waters, sometimes just miles from NATO coastlines and even within sight of civilian vessels. These deliberate displays are not
