Scientists have found evidence that a sudden event in ancient forests gave rise to humankind’s early ancestors. The indirect trigger of their success was likely an asteroid strike that wiped out 50 ...

The more we discover about our species' family tree, the harder it becomes to pinpoint when exactly Homo sapiens emerged, ...

Fossilized teeth from two ancient megafauna suggest they roamed Brazil 3,500 years ago. The find “opens the door to rewrite South American history.” ...

Ancient stone tools that were discovered in the Tunel Wielki cave in Poland around 50 years ago have been re-examined and ...

Ancient DNA is telling us more and more about humans and environments long past. Could it also help rescue the future?

But when Feb. 14 rolls around, lovers trade letters or cards and give gifts, much like they do in the U.S. If you’ve had enough of heart-shaped trinkets on Valentine’s Day, get inspired by ...