Again and again, the pattern returns: a decree of destruction, a sudden fall, a people still standing.

National Geographic archaeologist George E. Stuart reported in 1975 on the scientists who sought to decode the ancient language—and the looters who stood in their way.

Maggie Gyllenhaal, left, and Jessie Buckley poses for portrait photographs for the film "The Bride!" in London, Friday, Feb. 27, 2026. (Photo by Scott A Garfitt/Invision/AP) ...

DALLAS, Texas — An 18-year-old football player was arrested after police say he admitted to shooting another teen in a Dallas home while celebrating South Oak Cliff's state championship win, according ...