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In 30 BCE, Cleopatra died and vanished into a missing royal tomb. 2,056 years later, archaeologists still debate its location despite searches across EgyptCleopatra VII, often described as the last queen of Egypt, remains one of ancient history’s most recognizable figures, but the location of ...- Once-abandoned American factories were facing an uncertain future; developers repurposed their large industrial spaces into art galleries, restaurants and hotelsOnce-abandoned factories, mills and warehouses can take on new roles when cities and developers embrace adaptive reuse. These industrial st...
- A rare 1776 Declaration of Independence copy disappeared for nearly 180 years before turning up in a Scottish attic; it later sold for $4.42 millionA rare William Stone copy of the Declaration of Independence, once given to Founding Father Charles Carroll, remained hidden for generation...
- In 1991, a California bargain hunter paid $5 for an ugly thrift-store painting; decades later, experts debated whether the forgotten canvas was a $50 million PollockIn 1991, Teri Horton paid $5 for an “ugly” painting at a California thrift store. Years later, an art teacher suggested it could be a Jacks...
- In 2021, an Australian retiree began rebuilding his hometown as it looked in the 1960s; three years later, the model became a permanent heritage displayAfter dedicating three years to his passion, Morrie Russell unveiled a stunning miniature model of Narrogin, capturing the essence of the t...
- Stephen Hawking's quote of the day on guilt: 'The human capacity for guilt is such that people can always...'Stephen Hawking, an extraordinary theoretical physicist, delved into the enigmas of the cosmos. His groundbreaking work on black holes and ...
- Travis Kelce makes NFL history as Kansas City Chiefs edge Colts 33-30 in overtime; Mahomes, Walker deliverTravis Kelce made NFL history with the most career yards after the catch as the Kansas City Chiefs defeated the Indianapolis Colts 33-30 in...
- Is AI really stealing from artists? The uncomfortable truth about originality in artThe feature explores how AI is reshaping ideas of art, originality and authorship, arguing that artists have always borrowed, adapted and c...
- In 1912, Jennie Butchart began filling an exhausted quarry with soil brought by horse and cart in British Columbia; the project grew into a garden recognised as a national historic siteIn 1904, Jennie Butchart reimagined a former quarry, crafting an exquisite garden paradise that is still maintained by her family. Over the...
- Built in 1847, this Ohio jail is now a $400,000 family home with 6 original cells, you won't believe how it looks todayA historic Ohio jail built in 1847 has found a surprising second life as a family home. The former Wood County Jail, which once housed pris...
- Meet Tom Hodgdon, a California rancher who built a two-story cabin in 1879; 81 years later, the National Park Service moved it to Wawona’s Pioneer Yosemite History CenterThe Hodgdon Homestead Cabin, constructed in 1879, found its new home in Yosemite National Park after being meticulously disassembled. This ...
- In the early 1900s, Jerome was a booming mining town of nearly 15,000; after commercial mining ended in 1953, its population fell to roughly 400In the 1880s, Jerome experienced a rapid population increase thanks to lucrative copper mining opportunities. Thousands flocked to this bus...
- TMC symbol row: BJP rejects Rahul Gandhi's 'party chori' charge, points to Congress historyThe BJP has countered Rahul Gandhi's allegations of 'government chori' and 'party chori' by reminding him of Congress's track record. Sudha...
- Scientists found an 8-year-old Neanderthal child in a Belgian cave, and DNA from her molar is helping reveal a hidden chapter of our ancient pastThe Scladina child was an approximately eight-year-old Neanderthal who lived more than 120,000 years ago in what is now Belgium. Her remain...
- Quote of the day by Stephen Hawking:"We are just an advanced breed of monkeys on a minor planet of a very average star."Stephen Hawking posited that humanity's uniqueness lies in our capacity to grasp the universe's complexities. He believed this insight evol...
- In 1902, Colorado miner Joe Fleshuts built a simple cabin to claim a piece of land; more than 120 years later, the cabin still stands inside Rocky Mountain National ParkIn 1902, Joe Fleshuts constructed a log cabin to stake his claim under the Homestead Act, aspiring to own 160 acres in Colorado's scenic Ka...
- ‘Biggest crash in history has begun’: Rich Dad Poor Dad author Robert Kiyosaki sounds the alarmRobert Kiyosaki has warned of a potential historic stock and bond market crash, saying the downturn began in Europe and Japan and could spr...
- In 1983, Steve Jobs placed his Apple Lisa mouse inside a 13-foot time capsule in Colorado; after construction erased its location, crews finally excavated it in 2014In 1983, Steve Jobs buried an iconic Apple Lisa mouse in a time capsule meant to capture the spirit of personal computing. For several year...
- Who is Matthew Rhys? Widow's Bay Actor makes Emmys history with two lead acting wins in one nightMatthew Rhys made history at the Emmys by claiming two lead acting awards in a single night. He triumphed with the Lead Actor in a Limited ...
- Top 7 countries to visit if you love history and ancient wondersFrom ancient cities and royal palaces to temples, forts and archaeological sites, these countries offer a journey through different periods...
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