A retired U.K. geologist claims he's found Bronze Age-era artifacts in his backyard and surrounding areas, including blades and axes. "Finding the arrowhead was the starting point," he said.
Ramen, a beloved Japanese dish, entices locals and foreigners alike with its spicy, steaming bowls of noodles. In Tokyo, lines winding around corners are common.
Italy’s Culture Ministry confirmed on Wednesday that it has banned loans to the Minneapolis Institute of Art because of an ongoing dispute over an ancient statue.
Bill Gladden, a British army veteran who played a significant role in the D-Day landings during World War II, has died at the age of 100, his family confirmed.
Sen. Tom Cotton, R-Ark., called on the NYPD and President Biden to crack down on protesters harassing Jewish students on the campuses of NYU and Columbia University.
Four spears belonging to the Aboriginal Australians have been returned to the Indigenous community after being taken by Captain Cook in 1770 and presented to Trinity College in Cambridge.
A new memorial has opened in the Czech Republic on the site of a former Nazi concentration camp for Roma, capping a process that took decades, officials said.
An Arab-Israeli journalist who was attacked by an anti-Israel agitator outside Columbia University spoke with Fox News Digital about his assault experience.
Playwright William Shakespeare may have been born on this day in history, April 23, 1564, in Stratford-upon-Avon, England. He would also die on this day, on (possibly) his 52nd birthday.
The Jönköping County Museum in Sweden announced that it found 170 silver 'bracteates,' or coins, in a medieval grave. Experts said the coins are 800 years old.
Earth Day was born out of environmental activism and has led to the creation of important environmental safety regulations. Each year, it is celebrated by countries around the world.
In the Texas War for Independence, the battle fought on the banks of the San Jacinto River saw 800 texans battle 1200 Mexican soldiers. General Sam Houston cried, "Remember the Alamo!"
Near the end of the Civil War, the two sides started executing enemy soldiers. That led to an actual death lottery. But instead of it continuing, good men found the humanity to stop it.
15 British soldiers accused of lying to an inquiry into Bloody Sunday, during which 13 civilians were killed in the Northern Ireland conflict, will not face perjury charges.
The City of Staunton Fire and Rescue received an interesting call from a Virginia residence after a Civil War-era projectile was found buried in the home's yard.
Military scientists have identified the remains of Army Pfc. Harry Jerele of Berkeley, Illinois, who in 1942 died of pneumonia while held captive at Cabanatuan.
Linda Thomas-Greenfield, the American envoy to the United Nations, visited the atomic bomb museum in Nagasaki, Japan, becoming the first U.S. cabinet member to do so.
Gen. Douglas MacArthur delivered his "Old soldiers never die" speech to a joint session of Congress on this day in history, April 19, 1951. Earlier, MacArthur was relieved of his military duties.
A large, mysterious object that is believed to have been once used at a "top secret" Cold War-era camp for anti-aircraft training was discovered on a Cape Cod, Massachusetts, beach.
A jawbone belonging to Marine Corps Captain Everett Leland Yager, who died in 1951, was recently positively identified after a boy turned over his rock collection to authorities.
The United Nations call for extra funding to support its advancement towards reparations for descendants of slaves who were captured and trafficked across Transatlantic countries.
Wisconsin offers experiences for travelers seeking both adventure and relaxation. From cozy resorts to outdoor adventures, the state can suit every taste.
A Caribbean ambassador has voiced the importance of creating an international tribunal to address reparations for transatlantic slavery and its enduring impacts.
United States Air Force (USAF) service members announced the discovery of an ancient campsite on Holloman Air Force Base, near White Sands National Park in New Mexico.
Business owners and immigrant groups sounded off to the media about the Biden administration granting work permits to new migrants over legal immigrants.
Artists are sure to create all manner of strange adaptations when well-known characters enter the public domain, as was the case with Winnie the Pooh and Mickey Mouse.
Researchers have discovered the ancient origins of arabica coffee, the world's most popular type, tracing its lineage back about 600,000 years through genetic analysis.
With the state being home to 10 national parks and a bevy of immaculately-preserved historic sites, a stop in Wyoming is a must on any U.S. travel itinerary.
Try your hand at this newest American Culture Quiz from Fox News Digital. Here are questions on history, heritage and more — including the TV show "Modern Family" and the American military.
Tamales are surging in popularity, with digital visibility up 47% last year and sold in 34,000 U.S. restaurants. Tamales are actually one of the oldest known prepared foods.
Archaeologists recently unearthed a "stunning" banquet room in Pompeii, a doomed city in Italy that was destroyed by a volcano in A.D. 79. The discovery was announced this week.
The most significant paintings in the world have had the capability of staying popular for centuries and inspiring other artists for countless generations.
Pieces of metal armor from the 17th century were recently dug up by a metal detectorist. Officials believe that the battle gear belonged to the Polish hussars.
Tech expert Kim Komando explains how to use Google Maps tricks like looking at your childhood home, planning trip times, and virtually visiting buildings and shipwrecks
In the age of modern technology, we no longer need physical globes to learn about the Earth or its many nations. But there is still a market for ornate, handcrafted globes.
As Americans gear up to celebrate National Beer Day on April 7 with their favorite alcoholic beverage, here are the top five interesting facts about beer.
The Crosby-Schøyen Codex, which was written on papyrus in Egypt, is the earliest Christian liturgical book, and is expected to sell for more than $2.6 million.
A 2nd grade teacher in rural Tennessee has been named the 2024 National Teacher of the Year. Missy Testerman received the award for her diverse curriculum.
A show at Morocco’s Mohammed VI Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art is one of the first exhibitions of Cuban art at an African museum, officials say.
Italian archaeologists say that they've found an Iberian-style helmet from between the 15th and 17th centuries. The helmet had been covered in concretions.
Between 1904 and the 1960s, about 5,500 Alaskans were sent away to a mental hospital in Portland, OR. Their fates are being uncovered by volunteers and made available to their families.
The American Culture Quiz contains eight questions each week. For April 1, 2024, here are fun questions (no joke!) about American history, springtime celebrities, sports events and more.
French archaeologists recently discovered a medieval castle under the courtyard of a hotel in Vannes. It was built by John IV, Duke of Brittany, in the 1380s.
NOAA asked fishermen and boaters to steer clear of historic shipwrecks in a protected sanctuary off the coast of Massachusetts to preserve the underwater "time capsules"
The French National Assembly voted Thursday to condemn the brutality of a 1961 police crackdown on Algerian protesters, which left about 120 people dead.
Ariana DeBose, known for her roles in theater, including an Oscar win for "West Side Story," will return as host for the Tony Awards, marking her third year.
Since its creation in 1504, Michelangelo's David has been a symbol of Italian culture. Curators are now voicing concerns about the commercialization of the statue.
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