Here, we explore six notable civilizations that have collapsed, shedding light on some of the causes behind their demise and some interesting parallels relative to today. Ancient civilizations that ...

When it comes to ancient civilizations and the rich tapestry of human history, some countries stand out for their remarkable ...

Origins returns to the History Channel with its season two premiere Monday, Oct. 6 at 8/7c. During the season two premiere episode, viewers will travel to Egypt, ancient India, Sumeria and more to ...

When discussing the ancient world and how it impacts us today, there’s perpetually a massive tunic-clad and public-bathing elephant in the room: the Roman Empire. According to a recent social media ...

On Sept. 27, 1822, French philologist Jean-François Champollion announced that he had deciphered ancient Egyptian ...

A century ago, UChicago scholars argued a controversial idea: Western civilization had its roots in the ancient Middle East—not in Greece or Rome. Today, scholars at the OI and across the University ...

In this inaugural episode of Ancient Civilizations, we explore the Garden of Eden with several scholars who have peered past the accepted tales to reveal a forgotten history of the birth of humanity.

From Plato to Proclus, Athens was regarded as the epicenter of many ancient Greek philosophers' vibrant intellectual lives.

When we picture the history of money, many imagine barter leading naturally to coins, then paper bills, then cards and ...