Jane O'Shea articles

Archaeologists at the Hittite site of Samuha (modern Kayalıpınar) in central Turkey announced the discovery of 56 cuneiform tablets and 22 seal impressions.

Archaeology rarely gives experts a “two-for-one” discovery, but Cova Dones seems to scream, “I am the exception”. The cave, tucked into Valencia’s rugged limestone terrain, holds traces of people who walked its passages thousands of years apart. Your curiosity will get a workout here, because each step into the darkness reveals new layers of human behavior. Stay with this story; there’s a lot to take in, and every detail brings you closer to the people who shaped these underground chambers.

To beat the system, live abroad on a modest budget. These 44 destinations offer comfortable living for less than $2,000 monthly, complete with modern amenities and enriching cultural experiences.

Every story promises a journey beyond the solar system, yet the numbers rarely agree. Between the speed of light and a human lifespan, even our boldest technologies can’t outrun the universe’s indifference.

Long before Denmark had shores or islands, a vast stretch of green plains joined Europe to Britain. Mammoths still roamed the north, and humans followed rivers that no longer exist. They hunted, built fires, and lived on land destined to sink beneath the rising sea.

Hidden beneath pristine wrappings since around 1504 BCE, Amenhotep I’s face remained unseen until scientists used CT scans to reveal it. The breakthrough offered a hauntingly lifelike portrait of a pharaoh untouched by time, bridging ancient rituals with modern imaging technology.

The Cherokee Indians have a rich and complex history in the United States. They were a sophisticated society with a unique language, governance structure, and cultural practices. But when settlers encroached on their land they were met with devastating consequences. Despite this trauma, the Cherokee Nation persevered, rebuilding their community and becoming one of the most successful and influential Native American tribes in the United States.

Some places don’t just test your courage; they test your instincts. Behind postcard views and busy streets, danger hides in plain sight, shaping how people live, move, and survive in the world’s toughest corners.

All around the world, many species that were thought to be destined for extinction are showing surprising increases in their populations. Here are 33 wild species whose recoveries inspire hope for future wildlife conservation efforts.