Latest articles by Owen Jarus
Jamestown colonists killed and ate the dogs of Indigenous Americans
Archaeologists investigating Jamestown have discovered that colonists likely butchered and ate the dogs of Indigenous Americans.
32 stunning centuries-old hoards unearthed by metal detectorists
Archaeologists and amateurs armed with metal detectors have discovered previous hoards from centuries past.
Long-lost branch of the Nile was 'indispensable for building the pyramids,' research shows
The Nile's now-extinct branch likely helped the ancient Egyptians move materials to pyramid building sites.
Mysterious L-shaped structure found near Egyptian pyramids of Giza baffles scientists
An enigmatic L-shaped structure found underground near the pyramids at Giza may be an entrance to a mysterious deeper feature below it.
2,500-year-old Illyrian helmet found in burial mound likely caused 'awe in the enemy'
Archaeologists excavating a burial mound in Croatia have discovered a 2,500-year-old Illyrian helmet that may have been a votive offering.
3,500-year-old 'rest house' used by ancient Egyptian army discovered in Sinai desert
A 3,500-year-old rest house in the Sinai desert may have been used by an Egyptian pharaoh.
Rare 'Excalibur' sword from Spain dates to Islamic period 1,000 years ago
The sword is the first weapon from the Islamic period to be found in the Spanish city of Valencia.
32 times lasers revealed hidden forts and settlements from centuries ago
Lasers have helped uncover ancient human-made structures the world over.
Teotihuacan: Ancient city of pyramids
This 2,000-year-old complex in Mexico was one of the largest urban centers in the ancient world.
Humans were living in a lava tube 7,000 years ago on the Arabian Peninsula
An analysis of a lava tube in Saudi Arabia reveals that humans have lived there for at least 7,000 years.
32 astonishing ancient burials, from 'vampire' decapitations to riches for the afterlife
Archaeologists have discovered lavish and grisly burials the world over.
King Tutankhamun: Life, death and mummy of ancient Egypt's boy pharaoh
Tutankhamun, also known as King Tut, was an ancient Egyptian pharaoh whose lavish tomb became world-famous upon its discovery in 1922.
Centuries-old Aztec texts detail history of their capital, conquests and fall to the Spanish
Three codices from the 16th and 17th century describe historical details about the Aztecs and the area that is now Mexico City.
4,300-year-old Egyptian tomb with stunning wall paintings was burial place of priestess and royal official
The ancient Egyptian tomb has colorful wall paintings depicting what life was like 4,300 years ago.
20 biggest historical mysteries that will probably never be solved
From the identity location of Cleopatra's tomb to the fate of the Ark of the Covenant, some historical mysteries may never be solved.
Archaeologists find top half of giant Ramesses II statue, completing a century-long puzzle
Archaeologists in Egypt have discovered the upper half of a large statue depicting the famous pharaoh Ramesses II.
1,900-year-old coins from Jewish revolt against the Romans discovered in the Judaean desert
Archaeologists in the Judaen desert have found four coins dating to the Jewish Bar Kokhba revolt against the Roman Empire.
4,000-year-old copper dagger unearthed by metal detectorist in Poland
The rare copper dagger may have belonged to "a warrior of a very high social status."
How many ancient Egyptian pyramids are there?
How many ancient Egyptian pyramids are still standing, especially if you count smaller, private pyramids?
Ancient Troy: The city and the legend of the Trojan War
Troy is an ancient city in modern-day Turkey, but it is also the setting for the legendary Trojan War in Homer's epic poems the "Iliad" and the "Odyssey."
13 treasures the ancient Egyptians buried with their dead, and what they mean
Here's why ancient Egyptians buried their dead with certain grave goods, such as the "Book of the Dead," gold tongues and scarabs.
31 of the world's most valuable treasures that are still missing
From the the Ark of the Covenant to the crown jewels of Ireland to a 333-carat pink diamond, here are 30 of the world's most valuable (and missing) treasures.
When did the ancient Egyptians first mummify their dead?
Before the ancient Egyptians purposefully mummified their dead, the desert did it for them naturally.
