NPR's Ailsa Chang speaks with archaeologist Gary Feinman about new findings that show democracy existed throughout the ancient world and was not exclusive to Mediterranean Europe.

If we're to find extraterrestrial life in the universe, astronomers have pinpointed the best places to look for it. They have ...

Scientists discover a nearby planet with a molten interior and sulfur-rich atmosphere, L 98-59 d, revealing a possible new ...

As conflict in the Middle East continues, our expert explains everything you need to know about its impact on planned ...

US President Donald Trump has urged allies to help keep the Strait of Hormuz open for global shipping and said he is not ...

Aliko Dangote, Africa’s richest man, has an ambitious vision for the continent’s most populous nation, but hurdles stand in his way. Aliko Dangote, Africa’s richest man, has an ambitious vision for ...

Mining is banned on the frozen continent. But new research suggests that could change as ice melts and land and valuable minerals are exposed. By Eric Niiler Prospectors are scouring the Pacific Ocean ...

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The each of the five Olympic rings represent a different continent. Thought the U.S. teaches there are seven continents, the Olympics use the five-continent model. Each ring's color is associated with ...

The Winter Olympics are back for two-weeks of intense games, heated competition and exciting moments. Throughout it all, you're going to see a lot of the Olympic rings, as the five interlaced rings ...