Anthropology

  Today, the Sahara is the largest hot desert on Earth — a vast expanse of sand, stone, and searing

  For centuries, the decline of the Classic Maya civilization has been one of archaeology’s most enduring mysteries. Between the

In a sweeping study of prehistoric human remains, scientists have identified 214 ancient pathogens—marking a major leap in our understanding

A new study has uncovered compelling evidence that climate change—specifically prolonged drought—played a central role in the collapse of the

  In a major scientific advancement, researchers have developed a reliable technique for extracting and analyzing proteins from ancient soft

New research has revealed that Easter Island—known locally as Rapa Nui—is facing a serious threat to its iconic moai statues

  In a major breakthrough for historical epidemiology, scientists have uncovered direct genetic evidence of Yersinia pestis—the bacterium responsible for