The Chachapoyas were long considered the fiercest warriors of the Andes. Recent archaeological discoveries paint a completely different picture. Far from being bloodthirsty and morbid, this people maintained an intimate and happy relationship with the deceased. …

Yakutia extends beneath the polar circle to the east of Siberia. This land is home to a unique people whose origins were completely unknown until the recent discoveries of a team of archeologists and geneticists. …

Nestled in the Iranian highlands lies the cradle of the Persian Empire. Persians built the city of Persepolis, an architectural masterpiece. Recent discoveries are nevertheless shedding new light on Persepolis. …

SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico—ExxonMobil said Wednesday that it made two additional oil discoveries off the coast of Guyana as the South American country prepares to become the world’s newest major oil producer. The discoveries occurred in an area where officials believe they can extract at least 10 billion oil-equivalent barrels. The company said a vessel…