Viper’s DNA Reveals Ancient Map of South America. Although vipers are famous for their venomous bites, it turns out these snakes have another story to tell.

07/12/2019 July 12, 2019. After an unprecedented five-year tour of South America, Mexico and Cuba, Humboldt returned to Europe a hero. Not only was he honored for surviving such an expedition, he ...

Before the arrival of Columbus, the Americas were home to diverse and sophisticated civilizations that shaped the continent’s history and culture. This video provides a detailed map-based ...

“It is a map of South America and a part of Central America, ... Discover More Stories About History: A version of this story ran in 2015; it has been updated for 2025. Home / HISTORY.

We know that the extinction of megafauna, in South America at least, was around 10,000 years ago. This is at least 17,000 years after the arrival of the humans who modified the giant ground sloth ...

Latin and South American history is a rich tapestry woven from the threads of indigenous cultures, colonial encounters, and modern political developments. The region has experienced significant ...