New research suggests the civilization used huge enclosures to trap and stockpile live fish to support its complex society

Researchers compared tree rings from around the world to determine that a volcano on Santorini probably erupted in 1560 B.C.

New research indicates that Iron Age Britons venerated brown hares and chickens long before modern Easter celebrations

Blending marshmallows with scientific rigor, the contest offers levity during a difficult time

Blossoms contort and twist back into optimal pollination position after getting bumped and battered

The "lost" apples will help restore genetic, culinary diversity to a crop North America once produced in astonishing variety

New research reveals the ancient symbiotic relationship behind geosmin, the chemical compound responsible for the scent of fresh rain

The computer program can identify canine versus human feces based on DNA sequences in samples

Closed due to COVID-19, the Museum Hotel Antakya looks forward to welcoming guests with its blend of luxury and history once restrictions are lifted

The two NASA astronauts will lift off from historic launch pad 39A, used for the Apollo and space shuttle missions

Researchers tracked changes in the crocodilian creatures’ inner ears to learn how they moved into the sea

The ancient throwing stick may have been used by Neanderthals or an even earlier hominin

Canine-equid pairs can mimic each other’s facial expressions during play, which has never been seen between animals of different species

Two years before the Carthaginian general crossed the Alps, he won a decisive victory at the Battle of the Tagus

The city's residents sorted waste materials for reuse in future projects, according to new research

Perhaps the fictional Hogwarts founder would have appreciated the honor

A citizen science project aims to chart the microbial diversity present in starters all over the world

Nearly 2,000 years ago, women who rode horseback and practiced archery may have roamed the steppes of Mongolia

Over the past three years, the disease has claimed the lives of seven of the famously resilient ponies

Root vegetables like rutabagas and Jerusalem artichokes were ration staples during the Nazi occupation of Paris

The carvings, which depict animals including camels, leopards, cows and mules, may date back to 3000 B.C.

The Catholic Church's actions during World War II have long been a matter of historical debate

Stay-at-home orders have inspired those with ample free time to pick up hands-on projects

Funeral parlors' enterprising staff offered burial packages to suit every social strata and budget

From pregnancy to birth and beyond, mothers, both animal and human, show off some amazing skills

Each night, the institution will post an encore showing of an opera from its "Met Live in HD" series

Catch the musical event, featuring Sting, Death Cab for Cutie front man Ben Gibbard and other artists, on YouTube tonight at 8 p.m. Eastern time

With Washington, D.C. COVID-19 state of emergency, Smithsonian officials say museums to close Saturday, March 14; events canceled through May 3

How do you select one image to represent half a century of photography and art? You don’t

In New York City, a desperate need among healthcare workers has pushed to the forefront the question: Is homemade equipment safe to use?

Transform your Zoom virtual background or computer desktop into a work of art

This little prince is eagerly awaiting the arrival of his Birthday guests. Unbeknownst to him, so is his feline friend.

A perfect landing by a Mute Swan. This image reflects a strong contrast between the calmness induced by the white beauty on the swan against the disturbance caused in the water by its landing. I reduced exposure on the background to reflect the same contrast.

Set of American Flamingos at Rio Lagartos Biosphere Reserve in Mexico, march in a synchronized formation whilst trying to find some food

In 1919, a second wave of cases of the previous year's flu lead to the sudden death of the hockey championship

Governments around the world grapple with how to deliver important guidelines on minimizing the spread of COVID-19

During the Nazi occupation of France, many valuable works of art were stolen from the Jeu de Paume museum and relocated to Germany. One brave French woman kept detailed notes of the thefts

The medieval English longbow first came to prominence during the Hundred Years War. In 1346, English forces used it to devastating effect to cut down a superior French army.

The dominant bear in the swamp is fending off another challenge to his authority by an intruder. It's a clash of titans with mating rights on the line.

Veteran musher Lance Mackey has had his 21st place finish in this year's Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race vacated because of a failed drug test, race officials announced Thursday.

The government of the Northwest Territories is releasing $8.7 million in federal funding to five airlines in the N.W.T. offering schedule-based passenger service.

The village of La Loche is calling on the provincial government to force the closure of liquor stores in the community, which is in the throes of a COVID-19 outbreak. 

Two men are charged in connection with an illegal drug distribution operation after Winnipeg police seized more than $2.2 million worth of methamphetamine, cocaine and ecstasy.

The premier’s office confirmed the news in an email statement, blaming visibility issues under "very specific lighting conditions."

A physiotherapist in Thunder Bay, Ont., has had his licence suspended until September, as part of a disciplinary hearing.