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Decoding the Great Pyramid
New archeological evidence sheds light on the stunning engineering of the Great Pyramid of Giza.
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What's Inside These Ancient Egyptian Jars?
A nearly 3,000-year-old canopic jar is discovered in an Egyptian tomb. Learn more about these ancient burial traditions.
This Pompeii Priest Had an Unexpected Rise to Power
In a recently discovered tomb in Pompeii, archeologists made a startling discovery: partially mummified remains. Why did this person choose to be buried and not cremated, as was the custom in the Roman Empire?
A Brutal Gladiator Fight in Ancient Pompeii
At a gladiator match in ancient Pompeii, tensions exploded and spectators became fighters in a citywide riot.
Opening a Sealed Egyptian Tomb
Archaeologists remove the mud brick seal of an unopened Egyptian tomb, uncovering unexpected artifacts.
How the Afterlife Shaped Ancient Egypt
Discover why the ancient Egyptians invested so much in life after death, and how their belief in the afterlife shaped Egyptian culture.
The God’s Wife of Amun: Powerful Women in Ancient Egypt
Discover a time in Ancient Egypt when women held a role with extraordinary power, comparable to the medieval pope.
Pompeii's Secret Underworld
Archaeologists uncover new truths about Pompeii, a wealthy Roman playground with dark secrets.