The so-called "Baghdad Batteries" have been claimed to be an ancient, rudimentary way of storing power, but are they really ...

A team of ancient literature experts have deciphered a Mesopotamain text that was missing for over 1,000 years. Etched on ...

Across history, ancient civilizations crafted prototypes for many of the modern mechanisms that have become integral to ...

The full hymn was scattered among fragmented pieces of clay tablet, but using an AI program, experts were able to piece ...

William Dalrymple, the historian and author, recently discussed his latest book, The Golden Road: How Ancient India Transformed the World, at the TiE Kerala 2024 conclave, shedding light on India ...

The rediscovered lines also give rare voice to Babylon’s women, especially its priestesses. It describes them as devout and ...

A 2,000-year-old Babylonian hymn pieced together with AI reveals rare details about ancient life, women’s roles, and the ...