Secrets of 600-year-old shipwreck revealed by scientists
It is thought that the medium-sized merchant ship sank after a fire sometime between A.D. 1399 and 1415.
New and unusual catlike animal from 33 million years ago found
The prehistoric creature is a very early member of a group of catlike carnivorous mammals found on several continents.
Archaeologists baffled by Stone Age burial missing skulls and bones
The megalithic tomb, which dates to around 3500 B.C., contains the remains of at least 12 people, researchers said.
New species of prehistoric cat discovered with "powerful bite"
The extinct feline, which lived around 15 million years ago, had a "very robust" jaw compared to that of similarly sized cats.
Archaeologists uncover "10,000 years of history" during roadworks
Among the finds are a Stone Age tool site and an U.S. Army camp from WWII that was in use until D-Day.
Scientists shine light on how humans first learned to walk upright
The question of how the bipedal stance seen in modern humans evolved has long fascinated scientists.
Archaeologists identify Alexander the Great's father and son in tombs
Alexander is considered to be one of the most successful military leaders in history, having created one of the largest empires.
Archaeologists baffled by 1,900-year-old weapons in remote cave
The artifacts are thought to be evidence of hunter-gatherer societies, which were present in the region since around 7000 B.C.
Body found in bog turns out to be 2,000-year-old cold case
One expert described the discovery of the ancient remains as a "truly unique archaeological discovery."
Student discovers ancient flying reptile that lived 200 million years ago
The student was investigating fossils from an area that was once home to an ancient chain of islands that no longer exists.
Paleontologists reveal new US dino that lived just before mass extinction
The name of the new species, which lived just over 66 million years ago, roughly translates to "Pharaoh's dawn chicken from hell".
Man finds prehistoric hilltop tomb with "sun altar" lost for 180 years
The stones used to construct the megalithic tomb—which may be more than 4,000 years old—had seemingly vanished.
Archaeologists discover funeral urn depicting Maya corn god
The artifact in Mexico, which was found to contain human remains, also features a representation of an owl on its lid.
Archaeologists find rare crab leftovers from ancient Maya celebrations
The crabs were considered to be a symbolic marker of regeneration, so they were consumed in special ceremonies.
Archaeologists reveal ancient Greek temple where sacrifices took place
More than 700 objects were also uncovered in a "remarkable" state of preservation, researcher Sylvian Fachard told Newsweek.
Incels' view of what women think is important is wrong, study finds
Incels are a community of mainly heterosexual men who believe they are unable to form sexual or romantic relationships.
Oldest part of pre-Roman town damaged by irrigation ditch
The ancient settlement was founded around 2,400 years ago by Celtic people and was occupied for centuries.
Scientists identify diet that may keep women healthy as they age
A study looking at the diets of almost 50,000 women has investigated the role that dietary protein plays in aging.
Archaeologists reveal secrets of merchant ship that sank in 15th century
A study has provided new insights into the wreck, which was originally discovered in the 1960s.
Archaeologists discover Roman villa on site of "unauthorized eco-monster"
The ancient villa complex, which dates to the 1st century, may have been the residence of an important navy commander.
Archaeologists discover two ancient Greek temples in 2,600-year-old city
The director of the archaeological site said the latest discoveries are "exceptional"—shedding new light on the ancient city.
Ancient Egyptian healthcare was "advanced and successful," say experts
Healthcare in ancient Egypt was universally available to men, women and children from all levels of society.
Archaeologists find 9-mile-long ancient fortification at desert oasis
The vast structure is thought to date back to around 4,000 years ago, during the Bronze Age, according to researchers.
Refugee princess's lost Book of Psalms believed found after centuries
Fragments of an almost 1,000-year-old manuscript have been found in the bindings of books from around 1600.
"Dinosaur skin" fossil turns out to be skull of huge prehistoric fish
The ancient fish, which likely measured more than six feet in length, lived around 72 million years ago.
Archaeologists unearth dozens of Egyptian mummies—Two with golden tongues
The ancient Egyptians may have placed golden tongues on some human remains to help the dead cross into the afterlife.
Mystery of largest-ever primate's disappearance finally solved
The extinct great ape grew to an estimated height of around 10 feet and may have weighed roughly 440-600 pounds.
Mystery of "magic islands" on Saturn's moon Titan solved, scientists say
The ephemeral phenomena were first observed in 2014, and since then, researchers have been trying to work out what they are.
Archaeologists find ancient Egyptian tomb with burials and statues of Isis
The tomb, found in the renowned archaeological site of Saqqara, is thought to date back more than 4,000 years.
Tsunami 8,000 years ago may have devastated Stone Age community—Study
The prehistoric tsunami, which was triggered by a huge submarine landslide, generated waves of more than 65 feet in height.