Pope Leo XIV is defying tradition at the Catholic Church by prioritizing climate change as one of the centerpieces of his papacy. Contrary to most of his predecessors who treated environmental concerns as secondary, Pope Leo has recognized the present "global climate emergency" as a
Scientists exploring Mono Lake in California’s Eastern Sierra Nevada have made surprising discovery hidden ibn its extreme waters: a microscopic creature that could rewrite chapters of evolutionary history. Mono Lake, famed for it hypersaline and alkaline conditions, is already known for supporting unusual life forms. The
One foggy evening, off the coast of Manitowoc, Wisconsin, Christopher Thuss dropped a line into Lake Michigan and reeled in more than just fish. His sonar flickered with an unusual shape, revealing a shadow lurking just nine feet below the surface. What began as an
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
