The disappearance of the Mayan Empire is all the more mysterious because it happened not once, but twice. The earliest civilization that took root during the heart of antiquity prospered for hundreds upon hundreds of years, with innovations that rivaled those of Egypt. Unlike the Egyptians and Mesop...

At Mexico's Chichen Itza, archaeologists discover Mayan scoreboard The circular piece, measuring just over 32 centimeters (12.6 inches) in diameter and weighing 40 kilos (88 lb), displays hieroglyphic writing surrounding two players standing next to a ball.The circular stone board dates back betwee...

In Guatemala, the Day of the Dead is celebrated on November 1st. People around the country gather in cemeteries to celebrate and remember their loved ones who are not here anymore. One of the most unique celebrations takes place in the Sumpango, Sacatepéquez where a giant kite festival is held.

NASA is so sure the world will not come to an end on Dec. 21, 2012, that they already released a video for the day after. Despite what the Mayan calendar may seem to say or doomsayers claim, NASA remains 100% confident that the world will not coming to an end in 2012.

1414 years ago, amid a dense jungle of cedar, mahogany, and sapodilla trees, a Mayan king was born in Palenque, which is the modern-day State of Chiapas, Mexico. Born in 603 CE, and dying eighty years later after a reign of 68 years, K’inich Janaab Pakal I was considered the greatest king of Palenqu

Winner of multiple awards, including the Queer Lion from the 75th Annual Venice Film Festival, "Jose" is a gripping, layered and beautifully honest story about one working class young man's struggle to find himself. Made in the neorealist filmmaking tradition, the film is a nuanced and vivid look a...

A time-lapse taken from the front of the International Space Station as it orbits our planet at night. This movie begins over the Pacific Ocean and continues over North and South America before entering daylight near Antarctica. Visible cities, countries and landmarks include (in order) Vancouver Is...

From the time of Hernando Cortez's conquest until 1821, Mexico was a colony of Spain. Mexico fought for and gained its independence in the early 1800s. On Sept. 16, 1810, in the town of Dolores Hidalgo, the priest Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla rang his church's bells and exorted the local Indians to "r...

Join us as we delve into the diplomatic influence of the Aztec Empire on the global stage, forging alliances and shaping international affairs. Experience the fusion of Aztec wisdom, innovation, and environmental stewardship that make them a force to be reckoned with. Through stunning visuals, expe...

Recent excavations are revealing new discoveries about the towering statues of Easter Island. MSNBC's Dara Brown speaks with Dr. Jo Anne Van Tillburg, archaeologist and director of the Easter Island Statue Project, about the finding from recent excavations.