Claude Choules, a resident of Australia who also served during World War II, died Thursday at 110.
Homo erectus groups in China 700,000 years ago weathered the cold by making spears and tools, a new study suggests.
The nuptials of Prince Charles and Lady Diana have come to represent the archetypal royal wedding, but there are some ways in which the event broke the mold.
The CIA has declassified World War I-era documents that contain invisible ink formulas, instructions for steaming open envelopes and other spying techniques.
William was the most common male name by a wide margin in 13th-century England, according to an important medieval record known as the Henry III Fine Rolls.
Researchers have recreated the face of a Viking woman who died some 1,000 years ago, offering what may be the most accurate representation yet of a living, breathing Viking.
With baseball season back in full swing, we take a look at classic ballpark snacks like hot dogs, peanuts and Cracker Jack.
From record-breaking feats to streaking fans, Opening Day has seen its share of memorable moments in baseball history.
