In modern Iraq, the ruins of ancient Babylon have witnessed epochs of historic turmoil. They now face an uncertain future, but still have the power to amaze.

Protecting cultural heritage is vital, as they serve as the anchor of identity and the connective tissue between past, present, and future, making their preservation crucial for a people's soul and me ...

In the 19th century, archaeologists excavating the ancient ruins of Nineveh, present-day Mosul in Iraq, unearthed one of the ...

Fascinating intersections between mythology and science captivate our collective imagination. Ancient narratives often mirror contemporary scientific theories and discoveries in surprising ways. Here, ...

The story of how the first cities rose from southern Mesopotamia has long fascinated scientists and historians. Many explanations point to fertile soil, farming, and trade networks as the engines of ...

Since January, at least 20 of the nation’s 25 most populous cities have reported budget gaps for fiscal year 2026. Since January, at least 20 of the nation’s 25 most populous cities have reported ...

In recent years, Minnesota cities have continued to regulate how property owners are able to rent out homes using short-term rental platforms like Airbnb and VRBO. Here's where in the Twin Cities they ...

Spirit Airlines is dropping service to 11 cities across the U.S. following its second bankruptcy filing in under a year. The airline plans to restructure by focusing on core markets like Fort ...

This story has been updated to clarify that Detroit and Grand Rapids were ranked among 182 major U.S. cities, and not from among all cities in the country. A pair of Michigan cities ranked low among ...

More than 100 people lost their lives in July when flash floods ravaged Central Texas, illustrating the devastation that’s possible when mounting natural disasters are met with inefficient government ...

Despite good weather and amenities, California’s largest cities are becoming less attractive places to retire as rising costs and economic uncertainty weigh on seniors, according to a new report.

CLEVELAND, Ohio – President Donald Trump’s threats to send troops to U.S. cities have rekindled the issues of crime and the disparities facing urban communities and their outlying neighbors. And while ...