An investigation into Viking skeletons reveals a hidden story of violence, power, and the surprising differences between ...

A newly analyzed medieval manuscript suggests that sailors from the same region as Christopher Columbus may have known about ...

Amidst the decline of Catholicism in France, the reconstruction of the Abbey of St. Wandrille emerges as a powerful sign of ...

In Brussels, Belgium, archaeologists recently uncovered the remnants of an ancient cemetery in a bustling area of the city. The skeletons date back to the Middle Ages.

"Always taste it on the spoon, not on bread, because everything tastes delicious on French bread." ...

"Always taste it on the spoon, not on bread, because everything tastes delicious on French bread." ...

ALEX MITCHESON disliked where he grew up. Now, a little older, he sees it for the incredible region it is.

Istanbul is one of the world's most thrilling cruise ports. Minarets and domes punctuate its skyline, calls to prayer mingle ...

Europe’s traditions are often as surprising as they are meaningful. What may look bizarre from the outside often reflects ...

Valdemar’s Day is when proud Danes remember the Danish flag’s rich history and origin on 15 June every year. Penned by the ...

In 2022, we reported the DNA sequences of 33 medieval people buried in a Jewish cemetery in Germany. Not long after we made the data publicly available, people started comparing their own DNA with ...

A genetic match to an ancient person doesn't mean you're more related genealogically. Mark Edward Atkinson/Tetra Images via Getty Images ...