A dandelion is more than a pretty weed. The yellow plant is actually a member of the Asteraceae family and is a symbol of ...

The poppy flower (Papaver rhoeas) is an enduring symbol of remembrance and hope, particularly in recognition of the Armed ...

Now, a team from the University of Bologna in Italy has linked symbols on ancient Mesopotamian seals with an archaic visual communication system called proto-cuneiform; an art form which would in time ...

The New Arab revisits the ancient cities of the Middle East, highlighting the destruction caused by war, looting, and neglect ...

An Instagram account called 'India Cultural Hub' recently showcased a remarkable discovery: 1st century BCE gold earrings ...

In pursuit of knowledge, the evolution of humanity ranks with the origins of life and the universe. And yet, except when an ...

Our understanding of human ancestry has changed dramatically since the discovery of Lucy the ancient hominin 50 years ago.

In 79 CE, Mount Vesuvius erupted in southern Italy, burying the nearby Roman city of Pompeii in scalding stone and ash. The ...

Jim Claven explores Nafpaktos's history and multicultural heritage, a historic gem near the Corinthian Gulf. He visits the ...

Plutarch claims that the term “sacred” was used to denote the military unit because of the exchange of sacred vows between lover and beloved at the shrine of Iolaus (one of the lovers of Heracles) at ...

If it seems like the Detroit Lions always play on Thanksgiving, well, that's because they do. The Lions' annual tradition of playing on the American holiday, which began in 1934, is nearly as old ...

The Detroit Lions have an opportunity to clinch a playoff berth this year as soon as at the conclusion of Week 13. Starting the season winning 10 of their first 11 games has put Dan Campbell's ...