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Ancient Buddhist Site Adds to Indian Heritage (Photos)

The ancient Buddhist site, Ambaran, dating back to 2nd century B.C. to 7th century A.D., is located near the Jammu region of India.

The Srinagar Circle of Archaeological [...]

State of the Union and Presidents That Preferred Not to Speak

As per the U.S. Constitution, each president must deliver a State of the Union.

When Historical Myth Collides With Reality

Most of what we think we know about 1962’s Cuban Missile Crisis is wrong, including in particular the role of Bobby Kennedy. The record has been distorted by historical myth [...]

Historian: Old English Crop Circles Prove No Hoaxing Involved

Images of U.K. crop circles from 1945 and earlier are evidence that these formations are not made by hoaxers, says an Australian historian.

Nazca Lines Include Ceremonial Labyrinth

A highly detailed study of the Nazca Lines in Peru has concluded they were used for ceremonial progressions, and at least some connect to form a labyrinth.

Estate Planning for the Family Genealogist

A genealogy enthusiast accumulates a wealth of information and documentation that can become a valuable collection worthy of professional preservation. Consider donating your [...]

City of Gold: Tomb and Temple in Ancient Cyprus

Crossroads of the Mediterranean, crossroads of ancient civilizations, crossroads of many cultures from Greece to Turkey and from Israel to Egypt, Cyprus has been long renowned [...]

Strange Elk-Shaped Structure Discovered in Russia

A giant figure in the shape of an elk found north of Kazakhstan could be several thousand years older than the Nazca Lines of Peru.

Lasers Confirm Stonehenge’s Solstitial Function and Approach

A comprehensive 3D laser survey of Stonehenge has revealed varying techniques were used to highlight the stones aligned with the winter and summer solstices.

Ancient Spider Attacking Wasp Fossilized in Amber

A unique Early Cretaceous fossil found in Myanmar contains a spider poised to attack a wasp around 100 million years ago.