World History

Archaeologists in Bulgaria unearthed a significant historical treasure hidden in the sewer system below an ancient city—but its discovery is not what’s making history.

The Hindenburg disaster was an infamous tragedy—but recently discovered documents reveal the untold, chilling truth about that fateful evening.

In August 2025, archaeologists announced an amazing discovery in the waters near Alexandria, Egypt: the legendary ancient city of Canopus.

The Caledonians were a fierce confederation of tribes in northern Scotland that resisted Roman control long after everyone else in Britain had been conquered.

Researchers have found a long-lost branch of the Nile River that may finally explain how the Ancient Egyptians transported the stone block to build the pyramids.

The Sherpa people have made a home where most people couldn’t imagine living, high in the Himalayas. Journey through their life of strength, spirituality, and survival through this collection of photos.

Archaeologists in Egypt have uncovered the 4,400-year-old tomb of Prince Userefre behind a pink granite false door at the Saqqara necropolis. The richly decorated site includes rare statues, hieroglyphs, and offerings that shed new light on Egypt’s Fifth Dynasty and royal burial practices. The discovery is considered one of the most significant finds in the region in recent years.

For centuries, hidden in the highlands of Yunnan and Sichuan in southwest China, the Mosuo people have quietly lived in a way that flips the “traditional” family structure upside down. Sometimes called the “Kingdom of Women,” this small ethnic group—about 50,000 strong—has fascinated outsiders with its matrilineal system, unusual “walking marriages,” and the powerful role women play in family and community life.

They were called the Dahomey Amazons by outsiders, but to themselves, they were Mino—“our mothers”. These women made up the most formidable fighting force in West Africa with their trademark spears and incomparable discipline. Discover the legendary Agojie as we journey through these photos.

The Himba are one of Africa’s most visually stunning and culturally resilient tribes, balancing tradition with the growing influence of the modern world.

Discover the dark history of California's Trail of Tears, when thousands of Native Americans were forced out of their homelands. Find out the brutal incidents that occurred during their grueling journey to a new land, and how they continue to fight today.

For what many researchers believe to be thousands of years, the Mbuti people have lived deep in the rainforests of the Congo. For them, the forest is more than home—it’s their god, the essence of their very existence. Let’s dive right into the mysterious world of the Mbuti.