Researchers have recently made groundbreaking progress in decoding mysterious symbols found on ancient tablets, potentially unlocking secrets of ancient civilizations. These discoveries could ...

When pictures surfaced of James Alex Fields Jr. and others carrying shields with fasces (a bundle of rods or sticks) emblazoned on them at the Charlottesville protests, historians took note. But they ...

The entrance to the temple of Sîn as excavated by the Chicago team. The protruding plinth on which the symbols of Sargon appeared is highlighted in red. Credit: Institute for the Study of Ancient ...

Pyrite, often referred to as "Fool's Gold" due to its striking resemblance to gold, is a powerful stone with a rich history and a plethora of uses. Known for its protective and energizing properties, ...

The Faravahar is arguably the best-known symbol of the Persian Zoroastrian faith. This symbol consists of a winged disc with a man emerging from it. The man is shown holding a ring. Whilst the symbol ...

Humans have been getting ink for at least 5,200 years. Here are some of the most intriguing ancient tattoos, from cultic symbols to complex horse motifs. The remains of the intricately tattooed body ...