Earlier archeological evidence has shown trade links between Egypt and Mesopotamia, as well as similarities in pottery-making ...

DNA obtained from the remains of a man who lived in ancient Egypt around the time the first pyramids were built is providing ...

Archaeologists have discovered the ruins of a large medieval cathedral in the subterranean citadel of Old Dongola, once the ...

Thutmose III (c. 1479–1425 BCE) Considered one of Egypt’s greatest military leaders, significantly expanding the empire through numerous campaigns. Amenhotep II (c. 1425–1400 BCE) ...

Ancient Egypt in North Africa was one of the most powerful and influential civilizations in the region for over 3,000 years, from around 3100 B.C to 30 B.C.

In ancient times, this area was known as Nubia or Kush. Following the Egyptians' takeover of the region around 1400 B.C., they established Tombos.

The Ancient Egypt and Nubia Galleries at the Penn Museum are currently undergoing renovation. Credit: Siri Challa The Penn Museum is currently undergoing its largest renovation in the museum’s history ...

Ancient Egypt fell to invaders in the late 18th century B.C., an event described by Egyptian scholar Manetho more than a millennium after it happened. Egypt had been conquered by invaders, a ...

And how did they help women rise to such heights? ♪ ♪ "Egypt's Tombs of Amun," right now, on "NOVA." ♪ ♪ ♪ ♪ NARRATOR: Ancient Egypt, a civilization that lasted for more than 3,000 years.

Once vassals to pharaohs, the Kushite kings of Nubia took control of Egypt for almost a century. Embracing Egyptian rituals, they created a culture that influenced both civilizations.