Ancient DNA reveals rare leprosy strain existed in the Americas for millennia by Max Planck Society edited by Sadie Harley, reviewed by Robert Egan Editors' notes ...

A new DNA model suggests humans didn't reach Australia until 50,000 years ago, but archaeological data disagrees.

Probably all of you saw maps of Ancient Egyptian sites (I had a school workbook) in stylized way like this: I wished to recreate this kind of map using Python and OpenStreetMap but the problem I faced ...

In late June 2025, a rumor surfaced online that an ancient city more than 12,000 years old was discovered beneath Horse Peak, a mountain in Wyoming.

At Ancient Origins, we believe that one of the most important fields of knowledge we can pursue as human beings is our beginnings. And while some people may seem content with the story as it stands, ...

The geographies of upward mobility show U.S. regions that emphasize investments in the common good over economic ...

KS2 History: Ancient Egypt. The River Nile. A video for KS2 pupils exploring the significance of the River Nile to Ancient Egypt. BBC Teach.

The oldest known Egyptian DNA sample, from a man who lived between 4,500 to 4,800 years ago, offers new insights into the potential ancestry of those who belonged to the enduring civilization.

A recent excavation at Greece's Floga archaeological site revealed ancient artifacts, including marble sculptures and pottery, demonstrating the site's use as a Classical period workshop.