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The Murky Story Of Mary Magdalene And Her Relationship With Jesus Christ

Throughout history, Mary Magdalene has been portrayed as a prostitute, Jesus' wife, and a saint — but what's the truth behind this famous disciple?

By Kaleena Fraga • Nov 19, 2023

The Murky Story Of Mary Magdalene And Her Relationship With Jesus Christ

Throughout history, Mary Magdalene has been portrayed as a prostitute, Jesus' wife, and a saint — but what's the truth behind this famous disciple?

By Kaleena Fraga • November 19, 2023

This Week In History News, Nov. 12 – 18

Ancient grave filled with headhunting victims found in China, phallic Roman wind chime discovered in Serbia, cache of ancient coins uncovered near Sardinia.

By All That's Interesting • Nov 17, 2023

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This Week In History News, Nov. 12 – 18

Ancient grave filled with headhunting victims found in China, phallic Roman wind chime discovered in Serbia, cache of ancient coins uncovered near Sardinia.

By All That's Interesting • November 17, 2023

What Was Jesus’ Real Name? ‘Yeshua’ And The Story Behind It

Though the world now knows the Christian Messiah as Jesus, his real name in the original Hebrew was Yeshoshua or Yeshua, meaning "salvation."

By Gina Dimuro • Nov 17, 2023

What Was Jesus’ Real Name? ‘Yeshua’ And The Story Behind It

Though the world now knows the Christian Messiah as Jesus, his real name in the original Hebrew was Yeshoshua or Yeshua, meaning "salvation."

By Gina Dimuro • November 17, 2023

A Rare Ovarian Tumor With Teeth Was Found In The Body Of An Egyptian Woman Buried Three Millennia Ago

Identified as a teratoma, a rare type of tumor made up of tissues like muscle, hair, or bone, the tumor is the oldest of its kind ever discovered.

By Hannah Reilly Holtz • Nov 16, 2023

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A Rare Ovarian Tumor With Teeth Was Found In The Body Of An Egyptian Woman Buried Three Millennia Ago

Identified as a teratoma, a rare type of tumor made up of tissues like muscle, hair, or bone, the tumor is the oldest of its kind ever discovered.

By Hannah Reilly Holtz • November 16, 2023

A Scuba Diver Just Discovered A Massive Treasure Cache Of Tens Of Thousands Of Ancient Roman Coins

The coins, which date back to the 4th century, were preserved in excellent condition, with archaeologists saying even the most weathered were still legible.

By Hannah Reilly Holtz • Nov 15, 2023

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A Scuba Diver Just Discovered A Massive Treasure Cache Of Tens Of Thousands Of Ancient Roman Coins

The coins, which date back to the 4th century, were preserved in excellent condition, with archaeologists saying even the most weathered were still legible.

By Hannah Reilly Holtz • November 15, 2023

‘Magical’ Roman Wind Chime With Winged Phallus Meant To Ward Off The Evil Eye Discovered In Serbia

The bronze wind chime phallus once hung at the entrance of a large home in the ancient Roman city of Viminacium.

By Kaleena Fraga • Nov 15, 2023

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‘Magical’ Roman Wind Chime With Winged Phallus Meant To Ward Off The Evil Eye Discovered In Serbia

The bronze wind chime phallus once hung at the entrance of a large home in the ancient Roman city of Viminacium.

By Kaleena Fraga • November 15, 2023

Scientists Just Discovered A Lost Continent Thought To Have Disappeared Without A Trace 155 Million Years Ago

The continent known as Argoland broke off from northwestern Australia 155 million years ago.

By Austin Harvey • Nov 14, 2023

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Scientists Just Discovered A Lost Continent Thought To Have Disappeared Without A Trace 155 Million Years Ago

The continent known as Argoland broke off from northwestern Australia 155 million years ago.

By Austin Harvey • November 14, 2023

Archaeologists At Chichén Itzá Just Uncovered A Maya Warrior Statue With A Feathered Serpent Helmet

The discovery of the 1,000-year-old sculpture came as excavation crews prepared the area for the future placement of a train route through the Yucatán Peninsula.

By Hannah Reilly Holtz • Nov 13, 2023

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Archaeologists At Chichén Itzá Just Uncovered A Maya Warrior Statue With A Feathered Serpent Helmet

The discovery of the 1,000-year-old sculpture came as excavation crews prepared the area for the future placement of a train route through the Yucatán Peninsula.

By Hannah Reilly Holtz • November 13, 2023

This Week In History News, Nov. 5 – 11

Ancient tomb covered in anti-snake spells found in Egypt, human remains with a hollowed-out face unearthed in Germany, Bronze Age meeting hall uncovered near Berlin.

By All That's Interesting • Nov 10, 2023

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This Week In History News, Nov. 5 – 11

Ancient tomb covered in anti-snake spells found in Egypt, human remains with a hollowed-out face unearthed in Germany, Bronze Age meeting hall uncovered near Berlin.

By All That's Interesting • November 10, 2023

9 Outlandish Stories Of Court Jesters Throughout History, From The Medieval Flatulist To Lord Minimus

Jesters played an important role in entertaining royal courts throughout Europe from the Middle Ages through the Renaissance — but their lives weren't always fun and games.

By Austin Harvey • Nov 9, 2023

9 Outlandish Stories Of Court Jesters Throughout History, From The Medieval Flatulist To Lord Minimus

Jesters played an important role in entertaining royal courts throughout Europe from the Middle Ages through the Renaissance — but their lives weren't always fun and games.

By Austin Harvey • November 9, 2023