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PARIS: Researchers have uncovered a long-buried Nile river branch that formerly ran alongside over thirty pyramids in Egypt. This finding may provide an explanation for how the ancient Egyptians moved the enormous stone blocks needed to construct the well-known structures. According to a research that unveiled the discovery on Thursday, the 64-kilometer-long

Why were Clean Slates so important to Bronze Age societies? From the third millennium in Mesopotamia, people were aware that debt pressures, if left to

Turkey, with its rich history and abundant ruins, is sometimes described as one big, outdoor museum. The fabled city of Troy and the classic Greek and Roman settlement of Ephesus are just a couple of the many open-air remnants of empires that swept through this crossroads of Europe and Asia.

These new small-ship cruises will offer an off-the-beaten-path travel experience in the Mediterranean. Here's a sampling of what's on tap.

If you are looking to travel this year but do not want to go over-budget, here are a few tips and top travel destinations that can fit in your budget.

As we celebrate Africa Day, it is the perfect opportunity to delve into the rich and diverse tapestry of African countries. | Pulse Ghana

Is this nation a republic or a democracy? That is the question on the minds of many political party members today.

A branch of the Nile River that had been buried for around 4,200 years provides insights into how ancient Egyptians transported the heavy materials used to build the pyramids.

A former stretch of the Nile River, now buried beneath the Sahara Desert, may help scientists understand how Egyptians built the pyramids and adapted to a drying landscape