World's oldest adult cremation pyre found in Malawi
Archaeologists in Malawi uncover a 9,500-year-old cremation pyre, the oldest of its kind in Africa, revealing complex rituals of ancient hunter-gatherers. Read the full story.
Archaeologists in Malawi uncover a 9,500-year-old cremation pyre, the oldest of its kind in Africa, revealing complex rituals of ancient hunter-gatherers. Read the full story.
The European Court of Human Rights has intervened in the case of Shamima Begum, questioning the UK's 2019 decision to strip her citizenship. Read the latest developments.
A landmark exhibition, Ramses and the Pharaohs’ Gold, opens at Battersea Power Station in February 2026. See 180 priceless artefacts, many never before in the UK. Book tickets now.
Stand beneath a 500-year-old small-leaved lime in Old Sulehay Forest, where crown shyness creates a silent canopy. Discover the ancient craft of coppicing and signs of a climate-driven comeback for this rare British giant.
An easyJet incident highlights the procedures for in-flight deaths and the annual transport of 50,000 remains. Learn the protocols, costs, and regulations.
Explore the hidden history of Stockton's Wood in Merseyside, where WWII aircraft were concealed. Discover its transformation from a wartime hideout to a vital deadwood habitat today.
A circle of human skulls from a Bronze Age settlement in Cambridgeshire may have been a ritual defence against rising waters. Discover the story of Must Farm and our age-old battle with floods.
Advanced DNA sequencing reveals the true origins of Beachy Head Woman, a Roman-era skeleton once thought to be Britain's earliest known black Briton. Discover the full story of the 'local girl from Eastbourne'.
Human remains discovered in Leicester scrubland have been confirmed as Malgorzata Wnuczek, who vanished in 2006. Police continue their investigation into her death.
A Guardian reader asks why human morality remains primitive despite technological evolution. Explore the philosophical question and share your answer. Submit your thoughts to nq@theguardian.com.
The parents of a Colombian fisherman killed in a US airstrike have filed a formal human rights complaint. Exclusive details on the first legal challenge to Trump's anti-drug boat bombings.
Archaeologists discover Neolithic conch-shell trumpets in Catalonia, used 6,000 years ago for communication and music. Hear the sounds of our ancient ancestors.
Fresh archaeological research reveals surprising new details about Peru's mysterious Band of Holes, challenging previous theories about this ancient enigma. Discover the latest findings.
After 900 years, researchers reveal how Easter Island's massive moai statues were moved using rope-rocking method. Discover the ancient secrets of Rapa Nui engineering.
Israel and Hamas begin next phase of ceasefire negotiations as remains exchange continues. Turkish, Qatari and Egyptian officials discuss Gaza stabilisation force and reconstruction.
Human rights technologist Sam Gregory joins Guardian's Scott Trust board, bringing expertise in AI, deepfakes and digital misinformation to safeguard independent journalism.
The family of Muriel McKay, murdered 55 years ago, has been refused permission to scan an East London garden for her remains. Read the full High Court ruling details.
South African police investigate claims Duduzile Zuma-Sambudla recruited men under false pretences to fight for Russia in Ukraine. Learn the full story and the international implications.
New documentary reveals Jacinda Ardern's personal struggles as PM, exploring the balance between political leadership and human fallibility. Watch the compelling insights.
Victoria Police can conduct random searches without warrants in Melbourne CBD until May 2026, sparking human rights concerns. Learn about the controversial new powers.
New BBC series Civilisations: Rise and Fall draws chilling parallels between ancient collapses and contemporary society. Essential viewing on iPlayer now.
An undercover BBC investigation exposes the brutal trade in human body parts for 'magic charms' in Sierra Leone, where police struggle to stop ritual murders.
Exclusive: Armed groups in Colombia are bribing and coercing children into becoming fighters, drug sellers and informants. Discover how schools like Benposta offer refuge.
As BBC Two's Civilisations: Rise and Fall explores the British Museum's artefacts, discover what history warns us about being on the brink of disaster. Plus, tonight's TV highlights.
Genetic analysis of prehistoric birch tar chewed 10,500 years ago in Estonia reveals a brown-eyed, brown-haired teenager. This remarkable discovery connects us directly with Stone Age life.
Australia faces complicity in human rights abuses as its critical F-35 components enable Saudi Arabia's controversial jet fleet. Experts warn of dire consequences.
A comprehensive timeline of every horrific crime committed by Emmerdale's newest villains Celia Daniels and Ray Walters in the soap's darkest human trafficking storyline.
Remembering Tatsuya Nakadai, the iconic Japanese actor celebrated for his roles in Akira Kurosawa's Ran and The Human Condition. Discover his remarkable career spanning over 150 films.
Labour's proposed asylum reforms face fierce criticism for undermining Britain's commitment to human rights and refugee protection. Experts warn these changes could violate international law.
Alice Guo, Chinese national who became Philippines mayor while running massive human trafficking operation, sentenced to life imprisonment. Read the shocking details.