Of course, the ancient Egyptians were probably not the first people to ever wear clothing, but we haven’t found any clothes older than the Tarkhan Dress. So how can we figure out when we first started wearing clothes? Well, it turns out...

We've all heard of the Rosetta Stone, either the language-learning software or the stone itself. But how much do you really know about it? Let's get into the full history of this icon of ancient Egypt, what we learned from...

In the 1920s, archaeologists discovered that the young pharaoh Tutankhamun was buried with a fancy iron dagger. It wasn't just fancy because part of it came from outer space; it was also made by artisans in another kingdom and given as...

Scientists have developed a new AI that can teach itself how to be the master of an ancient board game.

Even before we knew what bacteria were capable of, we were using certain metals to help fight off their effects.. Hank Green explains how on this episode of SciShow. Hosted by: Hank Green

Wael Ghonim helped touch off the Arab Spring in his home of egypt ... by setting up a simple Facebook page. As he reveals, once the revolution spilled onto the streets, it turned from hopeful to messy, then ugly and heartbreaking. And...

Scientists have developed a new AI that can teach itself how to be the master of an ancient board game.

Sure, honeybees make delicious honey. But have you ever heard of propolis, the spitty glue they use to mummify intruders?

Pollster Dalia Mogahed shares surprising data on Egyptian people's attitudes and hopes before the Arab Spring -- with a special focus on the role of women in sparking change.

The Ancient Egyptian king Thutmose III described the chicken as a marvelous foreign bird that "gives birth daily." Romans brought them on their military campaigns to foretell the success of future battles. Today, this bird occupies a...

As soon as Pharaoh Khufu ascended the throne circa 2575 BCE, work on his eternal resting place began. The structure's architect, Hemiunu, determined he would need 20 years to finish the royal tomb. But what he could not predict was that...

The world’s first artificial pigment, Egyptian blue, may help scientists prevent forgery and even save lives.

Archaeology might make you think about excavating dinosaur bones or exploring ancient ruins, but we can also learn a lot about the past through experimentation, sometimes with some pretty tasty results!

Just because something is difficult doesn't mean it's impossible. Over the past centuries, archaeologists, historians, and engineers have reconstructed a great deal of the technology and science used to build the Egyptian pyramids. This...

Hank reveals the latest discoveries, including a way to make new, beating heart cells, ancient Egyptian jewelry made from meteorites, and the first mammal to be discovered in the Americas in 35 years, the adorable olinguito.

In which John covers the long, long history of ancient Egypt, including the Old, Middle and New Kingdoms, and even a couple of intermediate periods. Learn about mummies, pharaohs, pyramids and the Nile with John Green.

Ancient Egyptians believed that in order to become immortal after death, a spirit must first pass through the underworld - a realm of vast caverns, lakes of fire, and magical gates. Needless to say, one needed to come prepared. But how?...

In which John covers the long, long history of ancient Egypt, including the Old, Middle and New Kingdoms, and even a couple of intermediate periods. Learn about mummies, pharaohs, pyramids and the Nile with John Green.

Explore the fascinating life of King Tutankhamun, the boy pharaoh of ancient Egypt, in this interactive “seek and find” adventure. As we uncover the story of his short but mysterious reign, viewers can search for hidden treasures and...

Sacred Cows In Ancient Egypt

Discover the fascinating world of Ancient Egypt during its powerful New Kingdom period. This video explores the time of famous pharaohs like Ramses II, Tutankhamun, and Hatshepsut. Learn about the construction of grand temples, the...

Now it’s time to meet the amazing goddesses of ancient Egypt! In this episode, we’ll learn about Isis, the loving mother and magical healer, and Hathor, the goddess of joy, music, and dancing. There’s also Bastet, the cat goddess who...

Let’s open the pages of the Book of the Dead—an ancient Egyptian guide to the afterlife! This book wasn’t a single story, but a collection of magical spells, prayers, and pictures. Egyptians believed it helped their spirits safely travel...

With the Old Kingdom covered it's time to move on to the Middle Kingdom. This began with Mentuhotep II and the 11th dynasty, after the first intermediate period, and lasted about 300 years. Who are the other rulers of this time period,...