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400 Mysterious Ancient Stone Structures Discovered in Saudi Arabia
The sprawling stone structures date back thousands of years and drape across old lava fields.
Hobby Lobby to Pay $3 Million, Give Up Artifacts Smuggled from Iraq
Hobby Lobby bought thousands of objects, including cuneiform tablets and and clay stamp seals, that were smuggled out of Iraq, according to federal authorities.
History at Risk: 20,000 Archaeological Sites Threatened by Conflict
The imperiled sites are detailed in a new online database.
7 Facts About the Deadly Nerve Agent Sarin
Here is the science behind sarin, a highly poisonous chemical that interferes with signaling within the nervous system.
Palaces of ancient Persia were built with 'fire temple' wood
Cypress wood might have been used in ancient palaces in Persia partly because of its sacred value in a religion known for its "fire temples," a new study finds.
Tragic Suicide Case Highlights Mental Health Needs of Refugees
The recent suicides of a couple -- young, newly married and expecting a child -- living in a refugee camp highlights the mental health risks that refugees face, researchers say.
