Over time, cinnabar washed away from rainfall and seeped into the surrounding soil and water. But while a contaminant like ...

New research suggests that explanations based only on climate may not fully account for the major decline of the lowland population in Central America and calls for a reassessment of those assumptions ...

In 1946 a remarkable discovery deep in the Chiapas jungle revealed vivid Maya murals that transformed our understanding of the civilization. These paintings exposed a complex world of kingship, ...

The 'Saturday Night Live' alum called the role "a real dream come true" Karwai Tang/WireImage Oh, Maya! Maya Rudolph will make her Broadway debut this spring in the smash hit comedy Oh, Mary!, joining ...

The discovery of colossal Olmec stone heads revealed the existence of a long forgotten civilization that shaped early Mesoamerica. From these early societies emerged the first Maya cities, massive ...

Urban archeologist Sven Kirsten explores the life and work of Robert Stacy-Judd and L.A.’s striking Mayan Revival architecture.

Maya Man creates with the screen-fed close to heart. The internet is the medium and message for the New York-based artist, whose practice unpacks the strange choreography of life online and the ...

The lawyer and children’s book author celebrates female representation in 'Maya’s Big Question,' just in time for Women's ...

Tulum has evolved over the past decade—but the barefoot ease that first drew travelers persists.

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.

Maya was widely known among fans of the Jonas family and was often referred to as Nick Jonas’ “sister-like friend.” Her ...

What we learned this week: Left-handed people may have a psychological edge in competition. Humanoid robots can now do creepy parkour through the uncanny valley. And if you've ever cared for an ...