Rocks on Iceland beaches confirm the Late Antique Little Ice Age, caused by volcanic eruptions, precipitated the fall of the Roman Empire.

A century ago maps of Europe, Asia and Africa looked much different than they do today. ... The peace lasted longer, but as soon as the Soviet Empire fell apart, new conflicts broke out.

Researchers Used a 1,500-Year-Old Map to Find a Lost City Excavators determined Tharais was a religious hub of the Byzantine empire. By Emma Frederickson Published: Jun 06, 2025 8:00 AM EDT ...