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Was King Tut Buried in a Hurry?
King Tut may have been hastily sealed into his tomb even before the paint on its walls had time to dry, according to new research.
Shroud of Turin: The Work of a Renaissance Artist?
A historian has put forth a new theory about the Shroud of Turin, suggesting it was painted by the Renaissance master Giotto and based on Jesus’ actual burial cloth.
Slideshow: History of the Duke and Duchess’ New Digs
Home to countless royals and the site of key events, London’s Kensington Palace has a long and rich history.
Civil War Deadlier Than Previously Thought?
The enormous death toll of America’s bloodiest conflict may be even higher than we think, according to one historian’s recent analysis.
125 Years Ago: Nice Day for a White House Wedding
Grover Cleveland became the first and only president to be married at the White House when he wed Frances Folsom 125 years ago.
She’s Leaving Home: Our Female Ancestors’ Wanderlust
Early human males were homebodies who barely strayed from their native caves, while females traveled far to find their mates, according to a new study.
Perilous Produce
Find out about fruits and vegetables once considered poisonous, including cucumbers, which have again come under fire during the developing E. coli crisis.
A Tale of Two Guns: Legendary Gangsters’ Revolvers Up for Auction
Al Capone’s gun will go up for auction next month, but a revolver that belonged the lesser-known gangster Cole Younger may fetch more money.
Satellite Images Provide Blueprint for Ancient Egypt
Satellites 400 miles above earth have revealed numerous ancient sites across Egypt, including 17 pyramids, 1,000 tombs and 3,100 settlements.
Civil War Week on HISTORY
Starting Monday, May 30, HISTORY commemorates the 150th anniversary of the Civil War with a week of special programming. Find out what to watch and check out online.
How the U.S. President Became the Nation’s Star Athlete
What’s up with Obama’s ping-pong and JFK’s touch football? Just ask Teddy Roosevelt.
From Pope Urban VII to Bloomberg, Four Centuries of Smoking Bans
Bans on smoking and tobacco products have a long and complex history dating back to the late 16th century.
Video: Building the Brooklyn Bridge
Explore the history of New York City’s iconic Brooklyn Bridge, which opened 128 years ago today.
