U.S. backed fighters have breached the ancient wall of the Islamic State’s self-proclaimed capital, the Syrian city of Raqqa, marking new progress in the battle to rout the militants from the… ...

Spanish police are holding two men suspected of trading in antiquities looted by groups linked to Islamic State, the first publicly announced detentions so far by Western authorities working to ...

Medieval Islamic artisans developed a process for creating elaborate, nonrepeating patterns now associated with Penrose tiles.

The ancient city of Elengubu, known today as Derinkuyu, in Turkey was discovered when a man knocked down the basement wall to catch his chickens.

A groundbreaking archaeological discovery beneath the Baltic Sea has the potential to challenge our understanding of Europe's prehistoric past. The Blinkerwall, a 3,000-foot-long stone structure ...

A couple who have volunteered in numerous excavations over the years found a "highly revered" ancient artifact at a fort in Northumberland, near Hadrian's Wall, in England.

An Islamic Republic With Its Back Against the Wall The Iranian regime finds itself in its most difficult position 46 years after the revolution that brought it to power. But does it mean the end?

Experience the majestic Great Wall of China from above with this stunning drone footage. Soar over the ancient stone pathways winding through lush mountains, historic watchtowers, and breathtaking ...

What is “Islamic art”? This question has remained open since the term was coined by Western art historians in the 19th century. The debate is alive and well today among scholars who are ...

Medieval Islamic artisans developed a process for creating elaborate, nonrepeating patterns now associated with Penrose tiles.