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Ancient Medicines From Shipwreck Shed Light on Life in Antiquity
Researchers have used DNA sequencing to unlock the secrets of 2,000-year-old medicines found in a shipwreck.
Caligula Statue Seized From Looters Is Unveiled
A statue thought to depict the notorious emperor Caligula may have led experts to a long-lost imperial palace.
Survivors in a Half Shell: Turtles Withstood Dinosaur Die-Out
When an earth-shattering event triggered mass extinctions 65 million years ago, some turtles weren’t even shell-shocked, a new study suggests.
History at 40 Paces: Legendary Duels
On the 207th anniversary of the duel between Alexander Hamilton and Aaron Burr, find out about this notorious incident and other famous standoffs.
Slideshow: When Artifacts Become Astronauts
From Amelia Earhart’s scarf to part of a 16th-century warship, explore historic items that hitched a ride into the final frontier on the space shuttle.
Did Viking Warriors Bare Groovy Teeth?
Viking warriors raiding Britain may have filed their teeth to scare their enemies, according to archaeologists excavating a unique mass grave.
Video: Space Shuttle Milestones
As the countdown to the final space shuttle launch begins, explore some of the program’s most unforgettable moments.
Video: The Declaration of Independence
Explore the history of the Declaration of Independence, which proclaimed America’s independence on July 4, 1776.
Fireworks’ Vibrant History
Find out about the history of fireworks, which will light up the skies across America this Independence Day.
Cleaning of Alamo Reveals Historic Graffiti
Graffiti discovered at the Alamo earlier this month may be the oldest ever found at the site and could help shed light on its enigmatic past.
Slideshow: Orbit-Clogging Space Junk
Astronauts evacuated the International Space Station on Tuesday during a close encounter with space debris, part of the swirl of trash circling the planet.
A Wise Man’s Cure: Frankincense and Myrrh
Once considered priceless, the ancient remedies frankincense and myrrh are drawing new attention from medical researchers.
Dino Temperature Puzzle: Scientists Get Warmer
Large dinosaurs had warm blood but were not necessarily warm-blooded, according to an innovative new study.
