Ancient Persians believed the sky was blue because it reflected a massive sapphire beneath the Earth, giving the stone cosmic symbolism. Kings, priests, and rulers wore sapphires to signal wisdom, ...

An opening ceremony for the exhibition "Ancient Egypt Unveiled: Treasures from Egyptian Museums" was held here Tuesday at the Hong Kong Palace Museum.

Rome transported obelisks and treasures from Egypt and Greece, showcasing engineering, art, and cultural exchange.

Inside a pristine glass box at the new Grand Egyptian Museum, King Tutankhamun’s golden mask sits motionless as a sea of ...

Egyptian archaeologist Dr. Monica Hanna said the Grand Egyptian Museum strengthens Egypt’s credibility on the global stage.

Contributing writer for The Prospect Zane Mills VanWicklen details how the Ancient Mediterranean pavilion in the new Princeton University Art Museum is a “step back in time.” ...

Residue from an ancient Egyptian vessel contains opium biomarkers. The finding suggests widespread usage across society.

In a significant victory for cultural heritage preservation, Egypt has successfully repatriated 36 stolen antiquities from the United States, marking another milestone in the nation's ongoing campaign ...

One of the most captivating aspects of a Nile cruise is the itinerary. Deluxe Nile Cruises typically operate between Luxor and Aswan, two cities that together host an extraordinary concentration of ...

Fireworks and drone spectacles lit up the Saharan night above a gala of Egyptian elite, heads of state, and foreign ...

With large-scale images, pages from his diaries, and personal family photos all on display, Beard’s legacy comes to life at ...

After two decades of anticipation and countless delays, the Grand Egyptian Museum is finally having its grand reveal. The ...