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Egypt reveals restored colossal statues of pharaoh in Luxor
Egypt has unveiled two colossal statues of Pharaoh Amenhotep III in Luxor. The alabaster statues, known as the Colossi of Memnon, were reassembled after a two-decade renovation project.
Ancient Egyptian ‘superyacht’ hints at existence of Cleopatra’s barge
The 2,000-year-old vessel, found off the coast of Alexandria, may shed light on Shakespeare’s description of the boat in Anthony and Cleopatra
From the California gold rush to Sydney Sweeney: How denim became the most enduring garment in American fashion
The American blue jean was created in 1873 by tailor Jacob Davis, who patented the design with Levi Strauss, founder of the eponymous denim retailer
Answer to 1,700-Year-Old Christian Mystery Lay in Lake in Turkey...
We're Living in a Vengeful Era...
From Washington to Hollywood, American Culture Defined By Score Settling...
When was the first kiss? Over 17 million years ago, study suggests...
Women gladiators in ancient Rome fought topless and had stage names like Amazon
Historical records, pictures and statues reveal female fighters slugged it out in arenas just like men - but with less body armour and even went bare-chested
Ken Burns’ ‘American Revolution’ Review: History Maestro Delivers Greatest Hits Plus More In Timely PBS Series
Ken Burns' The American Revolution is a lot of what you might expect but also something quite different, Deadline's TV critic says.
World's oldest depiction of Creation discovered...
Franco captivates young Spaniards 50 years after death...
DC’s only outdoor statue of a Confederate general is back in a Judiciary Square park - WTOP News
On Saturday, the National Park Service returned the statue of Brigadier General Albert Pike to its home after being in storage for over five years.
King Charles Escapes His Andrew Nightmare to Make History With the Pope
King Charles III and Pope Leo XIV put a 500-year-long argument behind them, as the two men prayed together at
Tutankhamun's tomb is at risk of COLLAPSING, archaeologists warn
Researchers have discovered major cracks spreading across Tutankhamun's tomb that could bring the burial site crumbling down.
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ICE raids Walgreens in Chicago—older white agent tackles Black man to the ground—arrests him for “running.” “He’s a U.S. citizen! He’s American!” a woman yells. “He’s my brother-in-law!” Store location was forced to close “because of everything with ICE”—manager told the rest
Panic-Inducing Rumors Went Viral Ahead of French Revolution...
3,000-year-old Pharaoh's bracelet melted down for gold worth just £3,000
A prominent Egyptian archaeologist has called for 'better control' of artifacts’ security.
So You Want a Civil War? Let’s Pause to Remember
What One Looks Like.
Today marks the 163rd anniversary of Antietam. Those who say they’re ready for civil war should stop and think about what happened there.
Scientists say they've found the world's oldest mummies, and they're far from Egypt
Human remains found in tightly crouched postures at pre-Neolithic burial sites in China and Southeast Asia appear to have been smoke-dried over fire, a new study says.
'Highly unusual' ancient canoe in Florida linked to region beyond US, experts say...
'Highly unusual' ancient canoe in Florida linked to region beyond US, experts say...
What Alexander Hamilton Would Think of Today's National Debt...
Why George Washington’s Worries About America's Fate Are Coming True
George Washington’s Farewell Address warned against partisanship and ambitious leaders. His 229-year-old message feels uncannily relevant today.
