National Geographic archaeologist George E. Stuart reported in 1975 on the scientists who sought to decode the ancient language—and the looters who stood in their way.

Preserved in the margins of ancient literary works are notes that reveal how the Greeks strove to map mythical places onto ...

This compelling exploration dives deep into the authentic Norse myths to reveal the true nature of Loki, the legendary trickster whose actions ultimately triggered the destruction of the cosmos.

Scientists are trying to understand how complex life emerged on Earth about 2 billion years ago. Our microbial ancestors could be the key.

Scientists are trying to understand how complex life emerged on Earth about 2 billion years ago. Our microbial ancestors could be the key.

Over 1,000 years ago, Norse gods like Odin, Loki, Thor and Freya were worshipped across Scandinavia. Now there are ...

The God of Thunder Thor has been at the center of some of the most ambitious storylines in Marvel Comics history.

Yes, they were brutal. They also had women leaders, coveted luxury, and encountered more than 50 cultures from Afghanistan to ...

The Monastery of Panagia Yiatrissa (“Mary the Healer”) in Kastania, on the slopes of Taygetus, is traditionally believed to stand on the ruins of an ancient temple dedicated to Athena. In villages ...

Amazon reveals the first look at its live-action God of War, starring Ryan Hurst as Kratos. Here’s what we know about the ...

Eukaryotes—the building blocks of complex life—appeared on Earth 1.7 billion years ago, and now scientists have solved a ...

Attack on Titan is a Japanese Manga by Hajime Isayama about humanity's fight for survival against carnivorous titans, set in ...