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These Infamous Crystal Skulls Aren’t From Aztecs Or Aliens, But Just Victorian Hoax Artists

A 2008 study led by the Smithsonian Institute found that likely all the 13 life-size quartz crystal skulls are likely fakes.

By Daniel Rennie • Feb 3, 2019

These Infamous Crystal Skulls Aren’t From Aztecs Or Aliens, But Just Victorian Hoax Artists

A 2008 study led by the Smithsonian Institute found that likely all the 13 life-size quartz crystal skulls are likely fakes.

By Daniel Rennie • February 3, 2019

The Biggest Archaeology News Stories And Discoveries Of 2018

Discarded socks, foreboding stones, and an extinct human hybrid — archaeologists unearthed some impressive and groundbreaking discoveries this year.

By Bernadette Deron • Dec 27, 2018

The Biggest Archaeology News Stories And Discoveries Of 2018

Discarded socks, foreboding stones, and an extinct human hybrid — archaeologists unearthed some impressive and groundbreaking discoveries this year.

By Bernadette Deron • December 27, 2018

People-Like Plants, Franken-Worms, And Alien Sea Creatures: The Most Fascinating Science News From 2018

If this year's science news is any indication of next year's, then bring on 2019.

By Leah Silverman • Dec 26, 2018

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People-Like Plants, Franken-Worms, And Alien Sea Creatures: The Most Fascinating Science News From 2018

If this year's science news is any indication of next year's, then bring on 2019.

By Leah Silverman • December 26, 2018

12 Of The Most Important History News Stories Of 2018

Neanderthal bones, mysterious mummy juice, and ancient hunger stones: 2018 was filled with some significant historical discoveries.

By Bernadette Deron • Dec 21, 2018

12 Of The Most Important History News Stories Of 2018

Neanderthal bones, mysterious mummy juice, and ancient hunger stones: 2018 was filled with some significant historical discoveries.

By Bernadette Deron • December 21, 2018

A Trove Of 900-Year-Old Crusade-Era Gold Coins Was Discovered In Israel On The First Night Of Hanukkah

"It is symbolic that the gold coins were discovered on the eve of Hanukkah. For us, this is certainly ‘Hanukkah gelt.’”

By Bernadette Deron • Dec 5, 2018

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A Trove Of 900-Year-Old Crusade-Era Gold Coins Was Discovered In Israel On The First Night Of Hanukkah

"It is symbolic that the gold coins were discovered on the eve of Hanukkah. For us, this is certainly ‘Hanukkah gelt.’”

By Bernadette Deron • December 5, 2018

World’s Largest Underwater Cave Discovered In Mexico

The diving group has been studying the cave system for over 20 years.

By Katie Serena • Jan 17, 2018

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World’s Largest Underwater Cave Discovered In Mexico

The diving group has been studying the cave system for over 20 years.

By Katie Serena • January 17, 2018

The New Biggest Dinosaur Ever Has Been Found And It’s 10 Times Larger Than A T-Rex

It's as big as 14 elephants, two semi-trucks, or 10 T-rex.

By All That's Interesting • Aug 9, 2017

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The New Biggest Dinosaur Ever Has Been Found And It’s 10 Times Larger Than A T-Rex

It's as big as 14 elephants, two semi-trucks, or 10 T-rex.

By All That's Interesting • August 9, 2017

Remarkable Tattooed Mummy Brought Back To Life In Stunning Realistic Recreation

We still may not know what killed the Señora of Cao in Peru 1,600 years ago, but we now know what she looked like when she was alive.

By All That's Interesting • Jul 5, 2017

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Remarkable Tattooed Mummy Brought Back To Life In Stunning Realistic Recreation

We still may not know what killed the Señora of Cao in Peru 1,600 years ago, but we now know what she looked like when she was alive.

By All That's Interesting • July 5, 2017

Lasers Reveal Medieval Cambodian Cities Hidden In Jungle

Archeologists used lasers to uncover several ancient Cambodian cities that might shed new light on the history of the Khmer Empire.

By Elisabeth Sherman • Jun 13, 2016

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Lasers Reveal Medieval Cambodian Cities Hidden In Jungle

Archeologists used lasers to uncover several ancient Cambodian cities that might shed new light on the history of the Khmer Empire.

By Elisabeth Sherman • June 13, 2016

Then and Now: El Castillo’s Unbelievable Rebirth

This incredible photo comparison shows how archaeologists restored the abandoned Mayan temple of El Castillo in Chichen Itza to its former glory.

By Elisabeth Sherman • Apr 27, 2016

Then and Now: El Castillo’s Unbelievable Rebirth

This incredible photo comparison shows how archaeologists restored the abandoned Mayan temple of El Castillo in Chichen Itza to its former glory.

By Elisabeth Sherman • April 27, 2016