Early human cultures likely used stones as spindle whorls to spin fibers into yarn. A collection of perforated pebbles discovered at an archaeological site in Israel may be spindle whorls, marking a ...

Long ago, the colors of fabrics were more than just fashion statements. They were a nonverbal form of communication that ...

While most of us learned that the wheel was invented around 3500 BCE for transportation, a groundbreaking discovery in Israel suggests we need to roll back our understanding of rotational technology ...

A new analysis of 12,000-year-old stones from Israel shows that they may be the earliest evidence of this society-changing ...

The discovery of an 11th-century Islamic astrolabe in Verona, Italy, has captivated historians and scientists alike. With ...

Then an ancient 14.5 kilometer-long wall was discovered at the site, according to research led by French archaeologist Guillaume Charloux published earlier this year. For a new study published in the ...

Oct 31 (Reuters) - Independent advisers to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration on Thursday voted against recommending Lexicon Pharmaceuticals' (LXRX.O), opens new tab add-on treatment to insulin ...

Take cues from ancient wisdom and shift your mindset to transform your winter experience from daunting to delightful. People gather at Stonehenge to celebrate the winter solstice, an ancient ...

Because of their presence and powerful actions, monsters must be incorporated into a broader view of biblical interpretation. Biblical interpretation in history has dealt with these strange beings ...

Restoration work at the site of a "key" ancient Egyptian temple is revealing long-hidden colorful details in its decorations. The Temple of Esna, located on the west bank of the Nile over 30 miles ...

Ancient seal from seventh century BCE with Hebrew writing. Credit: Wikipedia Commons, public domain The Greek alphabet has a long and fascinating history. In fact, its origin goes right back to one of ...