Long before London installed street lights, Benin City, an ancient Nigerian capital, had already lit its streets with torches and lamps. Here’s the powerful history.

Museums worldwide are returning the Benin Bronzes to Nigeria. Here's why it matters, who's receiving them, and what it means for restitution policies.

The Museum of West African Art, based in Benin City, Nigeria, announced Thursday that it will officially open its campus to the public on Nov. 11.

Oba Erediauwa was the 38th Oba of Benin, reigning from March 23, 1979, to April 29, 2016. He served for 37 years. Born on June 22, 1923, in Benin City, Nigeria, he was the son of Oba Akenzua II ...

Archaeologists discovered the lost ancient city of Imet in modern-day Egypt’s eastern Nile Delta. Included within the find were multi-story “tower” homes showing the urbanization of the area.

Residents reached out to the City of Rockville after noticing black substances and other discoloration on their walls and wood. (7News) ...

Why the Ancient Craft of Dry Stone Walling Still Holds So Much Appeal in the 21st Century Artisans around the world are ditching the mortar and embracing an old ...

The oldest known Egyptian DNA sample, from a man who lived between 4,500 to 4,800 years ago, offers new insights into the potential ancestry of those who belonged to the enduring civilization.

'Footnote in history': Australian woman fears for the future of family's ancient village Church leaders in the Palestinian village of Taybeh allege extremist Israeli settlers lit a fire next to an ...

Why Shirodhara, the ancient oil therapy, needs a revival more than ever now TOI Lifestyle Desk / etimes.in / Updated: Jul 16, 2025, 15:48 IST Shirodhara is an ancient Ayurvedic treatment.

Chennai: Ahead of the northeast monsoon, the Greater Chennai Corporation (GCC) floated tenders to desilt and reconstruct compound walls and fencing at.